Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
27.6 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Winslow, AZ
András Nyemczovszky
Penzance, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Winslow to Penzance is 27.6 miles and takes about 29 minutes via Purple Heart Trail/West 2nd Street/I 40 Business, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Desert Southwest region of Arizona, offering a straightforward drive. Expect a local road experience with frequent turns, making it a practical choice for a quick hop between locations. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to cover a short distance without venturing onto major highways for long stretches.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Purple Heart Trail | 25.5 mi | 25m |
| West 2nd Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| I 40 Business | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Transcon Lane | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Kinsley Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East 3rd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Winslow, AZ and Penzance, AZ.
Start on I 40 Bus; AZ 99; US 66 Hist
Turn left onto North Kinsley Avenue
Turn left onto I 40 Bus; AZ 99; US 66 Hist
Turn left onto I 40 BUS
Take the ramp onto I 40 Business
Merge onto I 40; US 180
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 2.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto North Kinsley Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto I 40 Bus; AZ 99; US 66 Hist / West 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto I 40 BUS / Transcon Lane
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp onto I 40 Business
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 40; US 180 / Purple Heart Trail
Merge point - match speed before joining
Regular Gas
$5.50 one way
$11.00 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $5.82 | $11.64 |
| premium | $5.59 | $6.08 | $12.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.09 | $12.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.90 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.77 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Winslow on Tuesday
Local time
4:30 AM
MST
Current temp
44°F
Mostly Clear
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 20 at 10:32AM PDT until April 21 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Destination
Late night in Penzance on Tuesday
Local time
4:30 AM
MST
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll navigate a series of turns rather than a continuous highway cruise. With a highway share of only 0%, you won't be on interstates for any significant portion. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 25.5 miles on Purple Heart Trail, providing a brief period of more consistent driving before the local road segments resume. Be prepared for varying road conditions and the need for constant attention to navigation as you make your way.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Kinsley Avenue.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Winslow, AZ to Penzance, AZ is easy. At 29m with 1% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Kinsley Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (I 40 Bus; AZ 99; US 66 Hist / West 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (I 40 BUS / Transcon Lane): Navigation decision point.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 27.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (1%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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