How far is Anthem, AZ from Glendale, AZ?
The driving distance from Anthem, AZ to Glendale, AZ is about 29.3 miles (47.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.8 miles (36.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MST.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 33m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The second most populous city in Maricopa County, Arizona.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Anthem and Glendale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anthem and Glendale.
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Start on the route
73 m · 19 sec
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Turn left
24 m · 8 sec
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Turn right onto North 41st Drive
1487 ft · 1 min · North 41st Drive
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Turn right onto West Anthem Way
679 ft · 21 sec · West Anthem Way
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Take the ramp right toward I 17 South: Phoenix
2043 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Black Canyon Highway
2.8 mi · 3 min · North Black Canyon Highway
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Continue on Black Canyon Freeway
19.7 mi · 23 min · Black Canyon Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Glendale Avenue
695 ft · 17 sec
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Turn straight onto North Black Canyon Highway
612 ft · 16 sec · North Black Canyon Highway
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Turn right onto West Glendale Avenue
4 mi · 9 min · West Glendale Avenue
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Turn left onto North 57th Drive
931 ft · 36 sec · North 57th Drive
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Turn right onto Grand Avenue
1288 ft · 24 sec · Grand Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Grand Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Anthem and Glendale.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Black Canyon Freeway
Continue on Black Canyon Freeway
19.7 mi · 00h 23m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Anthem and Clear near Glendale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Anthem to Glendale?
The road trip is about 29.3 miles (47.2 km) and usually takes 00h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Peoria is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14 miles from Anthem and 15.3 miles from Glendale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.8 miles (36.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:22 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.86 one way or $9.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Anthem and Clear near Glendale.
Stop Ideas Near Peoria
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Peoria.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Anthem and Glendale. Straight-line distance: 22.82 mi (36.72 km).
#1 Anthem
Situated in the northern foothills of the Sonoran Desert north of Phoenix, this Maricopa County development sits at an elevation of roughly 1,864 feet.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.8672600, -112.1468200 |
| Altitude | 568 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Glendale
The second most populous city in Arizona.
| Population | 255,307 |
| Coordinates | 33.5386500, -112.1859900 |
| Altitude | 351 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 60 (-112.186, 33.538642)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 47 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.67 | $4.86 | $9.72 |
| Mid-grade | $5.03 | $5.24 | $10.47 |
| Premium | $5.36 | $5.58 | $11.16 |
| Diesel | $6.27 | $6.52 | $13.05 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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