How far is Flagstaff, AZ from Gallup, NM?
The driving distance from Flagstaff, AZ to Gallup, NM is about 185.4 miles (298.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 165.5 miles (266.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 10m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and county seat of Navajo County, Arizona, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Flagstaff and Gallup.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flagstaff and Gallup.
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Start on West Historic Route 66
1002 ft · 25 sec · West Historic Route 66
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Continue on East Route 66
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Route 66
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Turn right onto South Ponderosa Parkway
1123 ft · 30 sec · South Ponderosa Parkway
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Continue on East Butler Avenue
2355 ft · 1 min · East Butler Avenue
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Take the ramp left
1550 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
181.3 mi · 3 hr 3 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward Downtown Gallup
1998 ft · 52 sec
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Turn left onto Munoz Drive
1161 ft · 22 sec · Munoz Drive
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Turn right onto West Maloney Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · West Maloney Avenue
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Turn right onto South 3rd Street
1186 ft · 27 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn left onto West Historic Highway 66
564 ft · 21 sec · West Historic Highway 66
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Historic Highway 66
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Flagstaff and Gallup.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Purple Heart Trail
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
181 mi · 03h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Flagstaff and Sunny near Gallup.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Flagstaff to Gallup?
The road trip is about 185.4 miles (298.4 km) and usually takes 03h 10m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Holbrook is a useful midpoint, sitting about 92.6 miles from Flagstaff and 92.8 miles from Gallup.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 165.5 miles (266.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:38 AM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.38 one way or $64.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Flagstaff and Gallup, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Flagstaff and Sunny near Gallup.
Stop Ideas Near Holbrook
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 Holbrook.
Winslow
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Flagstaff and Gallup. Straight-line distance: 165.46 mi (266.29 km).
#1 Flagstaff
The most populous city in Coconino County, Arizona.
| Population | 73,939 |
| Coordinates | 35.1980700, -111.6512700 |
| Altitude | 2104 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gallup
City in McKinley County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 21,253 |
| Coordinates | 35.5280800, -108.7425800 |
| Altitude | 1985 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gallup (-108.74258, 35.52808)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 298 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 18m |
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 | $4.95 | $32.38 | $64.76 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $34.91 | $69.82 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $36.40 | $72.80 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $41.63 | $83.27 |
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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