How far is Glendale, AZ from New River, AZ?
The driving distance from Glendale, AZ to New River, AZ is about 31.8 miles (51.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.2 miles (42.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 24m 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 42m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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.
The second most populous city in Maricopa County, Arizona.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Glendale and New River.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glendale and New River.
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Start on Grand Avenue
1633 ft · 31 sec · Grand Avenue
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Turn sharp right onto West Myrtle Avenue
1191 ft · 48 sec · West Myrtle Avenue
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Turn left onto North 59th Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · North 59th Avenue
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Turn right onto West Northern Avenue
4.2 mi · 8 min · West Northern Avenue
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Turn slight left
134 m · 18 sec
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Turn straight onto North Black Canyon Highway
679 ft · 14 sec · North Black Canyon Highway
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 17 North: Flagstaff
702 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left onto Black Canyon Freeway
24.6 mi · 27 min · Black Canyon Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward New River
1404 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right onto North New River Road
1249 ft · 38 sec · North New River Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto I-17 Frontage Road
1415 ft · 29 sec · I-17 Frontage Road
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Turn right onto West New River Road
1769 ft · 37 sec · West New River Road
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Turn right onto North Kelley Road
1083 ft · 37 sec · North Kelley Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Kelley Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Glendale and New River.
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
Merge slight left onto Black Canyon Freeway
24.6 mi · 00h 27m
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 Glendale and Sunny near New River.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Glendale to New River?
The road trip is about 31.8 miles (51.1 km) and usually takes 00h 42m 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 15.9 miles from Glendale and 15.8 miles from New River.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.2 miles (42.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:06 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.55 one way or $11.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Glendale and Sunny near New River.
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 Glendale and New River. Straight-line distance: 26.22 mi (42.2 km).
#1 Glendale
The second most populous city in Arizona.
| Population | 255,307 |
| Coordinates | 33.5386500, -112.1859900 |
| Altitude | 351 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New River
Census-designated place in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States
| Population | 10,740 |
| Coordinates | 33.9158700, -112.1359900 |
| Altitude | 614 |
| Country | United States |
End: New River (-112.13599, 33.91587)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
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 | $5.55 | $11.09 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $5.98 | $11.96 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $6.23 | $12.47 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $7.13 | $14.26 |
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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