How far is Upper Wheatfields, AZ from Window Rock, AZ?
The driving distance from Upper Wheatfields, AZ to Window Rock, AZ is about 45.3 miles (72.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.5 miles (60.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 33m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 16m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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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 Window Rock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upper Wheatfields and Window Rock.
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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 straight onto Navajo Route 12
24 mi · 36 min · Navajo Route 12
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Continue on Cleveland Boulevard
1.6 mi · 2 min · Cleveland Boulevard
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Continue on Navajo Route 12
11.6 mi · 20 min · Navajo Route 12
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Navajo Route 12
4.5 mi · 7 min · Navajo Route 12
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Turn left onto Window Rock Boulevard
1399 ft · 38 sec · Window Rock Boulevard
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Continue on Navajo Route 100
2168 ft · 51 sec · Navajo Route 100
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Turn sharp left onto Morgan Boulevard
136 m · 22 sec · Morgan Boulevard
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Turn right onto Tribal Hill Drive
1210 ft · 56 sec · Tribal Hill Drive
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Turn left
38 m · 9 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Upper Wheatfields 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.
Navajo Route 12
Turn straight onto Navajo Route 12
24 mi · 00h 36m
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 Window Rock.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Upper Wheatfields to Window Rock?
The road trip is about 45.3 miles (72.9 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?
Fort Defiance is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.7 miles from Upper Wheatfields and 22.6 miles from Window Rock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.5 miles (60.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.8 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 3:56 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.48 one way or $14.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Upper Wheatfields and Sunny near Window Rock.
Stop Ideas Near Fort Defiance
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Gallup station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Upper Wheatfields and Window Rock. Straight-line distance: 37.51 mi (60.37 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 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: Tribal Hill Drive (-109.052189, 35.68059)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 73 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $7.48 | $14.96 |
| Mid-grade | $5.03 | $8.05 | $16.11 |
| Premium | $5.36 | $8.58 | $17.16 |
| Diesel | $6.27 | $10.04 | $20.07 |
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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