How far is Gilbert, AZ from Window Rock, AZ?
The driving distance from Gilbert, AZ to Window Rock, AZ is about 273.5 miles (440.1 km), with a travel time of about 05h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 223.9 miles (360.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 05h 37m.
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.
Town in Arizona - United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gilbert and Window Rock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gilbert and Window Rock.
-
1
Start on the route
62 m · 20 sec
-
2
Turn left onto North Elm Street
1134 ft · 44 sec · North Elm Street
-
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Vaughn Avenue
134 m · 24 sec · East Vaughn Avenue
-
4
Turn right onto North Gilbert Road
4.1 mi · 8 min · North Gilbert Road
-
5
Continue on North Gilbert Road
6.2 mi · 10 min · North Gilbert Road
-
6
Turn right onto Beeline Highway
68.4 mi · 1 hr 20 min · Beeline Highway
-
7
Turn right
53 mi · 1 hr 11 min
-
8
Turn left onto Highway 277
1.9 mi · 3 min · Highway 277
-
9
Continue on West 3rd Street North
4.9 mi · 7 min · West 3rd Street North
-
10
Turn left onto Heber-Holbrook Highway
2.9 mi · 4 min · Heber-Holbrook Highway
-
11
Turn straight onto Heber Road
30.9 mi · 36 min · Heber Road
-
12
Turn left onto Show Low-Holbrook Highway
1.6 mi · 2 min · Show Low-Holbrook Highway
-
13
Continue on Holbrook-Springerville Highway
2841 ft · 57 sec · Holbrook-Springerville Highway
-
14
Continue on Navajo Boulevard
1.4 km · 2 min · Navajo Boulevard
-
15
Take the exit right
3058 ft · 1 min
-
16
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
69.9 mi · 1 hr 10 min · Purple Heart Trail
-
17
Take the exit slight right toward BIA 12 North: Window Rock
1172 ft · 34 sec
-
18
Turn left onto Navajo Route 12
23.7 mi · 34 min · Navajo Route 12
-
19
Turn right onto Arizona State Highway 264
1.9 mi · 3 min · Arizona State Highway 264
-
20
Turn left onto Navajo Route 12
2908 ft · 1 min · Navajo Route 12
-
21
Turn right onto Window Rock Boulevard
1331 ft · 27 sec · Window Rock Boulevard
-
22
Continue on Navajo Route 100
2168 ft · 51 sec · Navajo Route 100
-
23
Turn sharp left onto Morgan Boulevard
136 m · 22 sec · Morgan Boulevard
-
24
Turn right onto Tribal Hill Drive
1210 ft · 56 sec · Tribal Hill Drive
-
25
Turn left
38 m · 9 sec
-
26
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gilbert and Window Rock.
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
69.9 mi · 01h 10m
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 leaving Gilbert and Sunny near Window Rock.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gilbert to Window Rock?
The road trip is about 273.5 miles (440.1 km) and usually takes 05h 37m 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?
Taylor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 136.8 miles from Gilbert and 136.8 miles from Window Rock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 223.9 miles (360.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 49.6 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 5:44 AM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $47.78 one way or $95.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 85.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Gilbert and Window Rock, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Gilbert and Sunny near Window Rock.
Stop Ideas Near Taylor
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 Taylor.
Winslow
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gilbert and Window Rock. Straight-line distance: 223.89 mi (360.32 km).
#1 Gilbert
The fifth most populous city in Arizona.
| Population | 257,658 |
| Coordinates | 33.3528300, -111.7890300 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Window Rock
Census designated place in Apache County, Arizona, United States
| Population | 2,712 |
| Coordinates | 35.6805700, -109.0525900 |
| Altitude | 2100 |
| Country | United States |
End: Window Rock (-109.05259, 35.68057)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 440 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $47.78 | $95.55 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $51.51 | $103.02 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $53.71 | $107.42 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $61.43 | $122.86 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Arizona · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.