How far is Chinle, AZ from Cottonwood, AZ?
The driving distance from Chinle, AZ to Cottonwood, AZ is about 23.5 miles (37.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.8 miles (31.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 32m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Apache County, Arizona
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chinle and Cottonwood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chinle and Cottonwood.
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Start on 4th Avenue
45 m · 12 sec · 4th Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Street
1208 ft · 54 sec · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Navajo Route 7
1.6 mi · 3 min · Navajo Route 7
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Chambers-Mexican Water Highway
6.1 mi · 9 min · Chambers-Mexican Water Highway
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Turn right onto Navajo Route 4
15.3 mi · 31 min · Navajo Route 4
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Turn left
1460 ft · 1 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chinle and Cottonwood.
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.
Navajo Route 4
Turn right onto Navajo Route 4
15.3 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Chinle and Partly Sunny near Cottonwood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chinle to Cottonwood?
The road trip is about 23.5 miles (37.8 km) and usually takes 00h 32m 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?
Many Farms is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.7 miles from Chinle and 11.7 miles from Cottonwood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.8 miles (31.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.7 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 MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:24 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.11 one way or $8.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Chinle and Partly Sunny near Cottonwood.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chinle and Cottonwood. Straight-line distance: 19.78 mi (31.83 km).
#1 Chinle
Census designated place in Apache County, Arizona, United States
| Population | 4,518 |
| Coordinates | 36.1544500, -109.5526100 |
| Altitude | 1683 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cottonwood
City in Yavapai County, Arizona, United States
| Population | 12,762 |
| Coordinates | 36.0730600, -109.8923400 |
| Altitude | 1850 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-109.892378, 36.073021)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 38 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $4.11 | $8.22 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $4.43 | $8.86 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $4.62 | $9.24 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $5.28 | $10.57 |
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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