How far is Teec Nos Pos, AZ from Upper Wheatfields, AZ?

The driving distance from Teec Nos Pos, AZ to Upper Wheatfields, AZ is about 71.1 miles (114.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 05m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 48.2 miles (77.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
71.07 mi
02h 05m
Flight
48.23 mi
77.62 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
48.23 mi
Kilometers
77.62 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
71.07 mi
Kilometers
114.37 km
Drive Time
02h 05m

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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 02h 05m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Upper Wheatfields
Thu, Oct 15, 6:48 PM MDT
Return by in Teec Nos Pos
Thu, Oct 15, 8:53 PM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Teec Nos Pos
2026-10-15T16:42
Arrive Upper Wheatfields
Thu, Oct 15, 6:48 PM MDT
Route Timing
02h 05m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:05 AM to 12:05 PM MDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:20 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Teec Nos Pos
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Lukachukai
AZ

Census-designated place in Apache County, Arizona, United States

From Teec Nos Pos
35.5 mi
01h 02m
To Upper Wheatfields
35.5 mi
01h 02m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
62ยฐF
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 7:00 AM MDT
Wind
7 to 20 mph NW
Destination
55ยฐF
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 7:00 AM MDT
Wind
3 to 9 mph N

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Teec Nos Pos and Upper Wheatfields.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Teec Nos Pos and Upper Wheatfields.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    92 m ยท 26 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left

    7.2 mi ยท 8 min

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Navajo Route 63

    20.2 mi ยท 49 min ยท Navajo Route 63

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Navajo Route 13

    14.2 mi ยท 21 min ยท Navajo Route 13

  5. 5

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Navajo Route 13

    9.5 mi ยท 15 min ยท Navajo Route 13

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Navajo Route 12

    17.2 mi ยท 26 min ยท Navajo Route 12

  7. 7

    Turn sharp left onto Navajo Route 8080

    2.1 mi ยท 5 min ยท Navajo Route 8080

  8. 8

    Turn right

    2904 ft ยท 1 min

  9. 9

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m ยท 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Teec Nos Pos and Upper Wheatfields.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
9 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Navajo Route 13
23.7 mi ยท 33%
Navajo Route 63
20.2 mi ยท 28%
Navajo Route 12
17.2 mi ยท 24%
Navajo Route 8080
2.12 mi ยท 3%
Longest Stretch

Navajo Route 63

Turn right onto Navajo Route 63

20.2 mi ยท 00h 49m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
02h 05m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+22.9 mi
48.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lukachukai
01h 02m from Teec Nos Pos
Leave By
2:20 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Teec Nos Pos and Sunny near Upper Wheatfields.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Teec Nos Pos to Upper Wheatfields?

The road trip is about 71.1 miles (114.4 km) and usually takes 02h 05m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Lukachukai is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.5 miles from Teec Nos Pos and 35.5 miles from Upper Wheatfields.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 48.2 miles (77.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:20 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.73 one way or $23.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Teec Nos Pos and Sunny near Upper Wheatfields.

Stop Ideas Near Lukachukai

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Lukachukai, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lukachukai.

RAIL

Gallup station

108 mi away
201 East Highway 66

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Teec Nos Pos and Upper Wheatfields. Straight-line distance: 48.23 mi (77.62 km).

Teec Nos Pos

#1 Teec Nos Pos

Census designated place in Apache County, Arizona, United States

Population799
Coordinates36.9211100, -109.0856600
Altitude1589
CountryUnited States
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#2 Upper Wheatfields

Situated within the Navajo Nation in Apache County, this community lies at an elevation of 7408 feet near the Chuska Mountains.

Population0
Coordinates36.2230600, -109.0798200
Altitude2258
CountryUnited States
Start: Teec Nos Pos (-109.08566, 36.92111)
End: Upper Wheatfields (-109.07982, 36.22306)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 114 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 22m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 46m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 25m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 11m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 00m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 53m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.51 gal
9.49 L ยท about $11.73
Round trip
$23.46
5.02 gal ยท 18.98 L
Estimated CO2
22.3 kg one way
Round trip: 44.6 kg / 98 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.67 $11.73 $23.46
Mid-grade $5.03 $12.64 $25.27
Premium $5.36 $13.46 $26.92
Diesel $6.27 $15.74 $31.49

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 ยท Oct 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Teec Nos Pos and Upper Wheatfields. The current time is 16:42:55.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.