How far is Upper Wheatfields, AZ from Cottonwood, AZ?
The driving distance from Upper Wheatfields, AZ to Cottonwood, AZ is about 61.3 miles (98.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.5 miles (74.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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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.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Census designated place in Apache County, Arizona, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Upper Wheatfields and Cottonwood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upper Wheatfields and Cottonwood.
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Start on the route
2904 ft · 1 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Navajo Route 8080
2.1 mi · 5 min · Navajo Route 8080
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Turn sharp right onto Navajo Route 12
9.9 mi · 15 min · Navajo Route 12
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Turn left onto Navajo Route 64
24.8 mi · 37 min · Navajo Route 64
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Continue on Navajo Route 7
1 km · 58 sec · Navajo Route 7
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Navajo Route 7
40 m · 2 sec · Navajo Route 7
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Exit the roundabout onto Navajo Route 7
1.8 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
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Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Upper Wheatfields and Cottonwood.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Navajo Route 64
Turn left onto Navajo Route 64
24.8 mi · 00h 37m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving Upper Wheatfields and Sunny near Cottonwood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Upper Wheatfields to Cottonwood?
The road trip is about 61.3 miles (98.7 km) and usually takes 01h 46m 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?
Chinle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.7 miles from Upper Wheatfields and 30.6 miles from Cottonwood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.5 miles (74.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.8 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 2:58 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.10 one way or $20.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Upper Wheatfields and Sunny near Cottonwood.
Stop Ideas Near Chinle
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 Chinle.
Gallup station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Upper Wheatfields and Cottonwood. Straight-line distance: 46.5 mi (74.84 km).
#1 Upper Wheatfields
Situated within the Navajo Nation in Apache County, this community lies at an elevation of 7408 feet near the Chuska Mountains.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.2230600, -109.0798200 |
| Altitude | 2258 |
| 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: 99 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
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 | $4.67 | $10.10 | $20.19 |
| Mid-grade | $5.03 | $10.87 | $21.75 |
| Premium | $5.36 | $11.58 | $23.17 |
| Diesel | $6.27 | $13.55 | $27.10 |
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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