Driving from Glendale to Tempe
Tempe lies 29 km (18 mi) south-east of Glendale, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 24 min without stops, over roughly 36 km (22 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Glendale | Tempe | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 240,126 | 175,826 |
| Elevation | 350 m (1,148 ft) | 360 m (1,181 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) |
| Postal codes | 85301–85318 | 85280–85288 |
Where to book car hire from Glendale to Tempe
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Staying in Tempe
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Common questions
How far is Tempe from Glendale?
29 km (18 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Glendale; by road roughly 36 km (22 mi).
How long does it take to get from Glendale to Tempe by car?
About 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Glendale and Tempe?
No, both are on America/Phoenix at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.