Glendale to Scottsdale: The Route, the Pricing, the Local Tips
If you're heading from Glendale to Scottsdale — or back the other direction — this page covers what the trip actually looks like: how long the drive is, what we charge for it, where in Scottsdale we pick up and drop off most often, and how to avoid the surge-pricing days that catch first-time visitors off guard.
How far is Glendale to Scottsdale, really?
It depends on where in each city you're starting and ending, because both are spread out. Some real road distances and door-to-door drive times from our routing data:
- Downtown Glendale to Old Town Scottsdale: ~18 miles, ~36 minutes off-peak via Loop 101.
- Downtown Glendale to Scottsdale City Hall: ~21 miles, ~34 minutes via Loop 101 southbound, then Loop 202 east.
- Downtown Glendale to Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SDL): ~21 miles, ~39 minutes — mostly Loop 101 east, exit at Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd.
- Downtown Glendale to Talking Stick Resort & Casino: ~21 miles, ~44 minutes — Loop 101 east to Indian Bend Rd.
- Westgate / State Farm Stadium to North Scottsdale (85255): ~35 miles, ~47 minutes — Loop 101 the entire way.
- Downtown Glendale to Mayo Clinic Scottsdale: ~24 miles, ~47 minutes via Loop 101 to Shea Blvd.
So the range is realistically 18–35 miles and 34–47 minutes door-to-door. We size the quote to the actual addresses, not a city-to-city flat estimate, because the difference between Old Town Scottsdale and DC Ranch / Troon North can be 15+ miles and an extra fare tier.
The Route Itself
Almost every Glendale-to-Scottsdale trip uses Loop 101 (the Agua Fria / Pima Freeway). It's the only sensible direct route — the city-street alternative through central Phoenix doubles the trip time. From Glendale, drivers get on Loop 101 either at Glendale Ave, Northern Ave, or Bell Rd, depending on your address. The freeway loops north around Phoenix, then south along the east edge of Scottsdale. We exit at the cross-street closest to your destination — Indian School, Chaparral, Shea, Cactus, Bell, Frank Lloyd Wright, or Pinnacle Peak.
During Cactus League (mid-February through late March) and Waste Management Phoenix Open week (early February, at TPC Scottsdale), Loop 101 between the 60 and Shea backs up unpredictably. Same story during major Talking Stick concert nights and weekend Scottsdale Fashion Square traffic. Our drivers track these and pad pickup times accordingly — you don't need to flag it; we already know.
Pricing — What You'll Actually Pay
From 80+ historical Glendale↔Scottsdale shuttle trips on our books, here's the real fare distribution by group size:
- 1–2 passengers (sedan, door-to-door): $81–$98 one way, depending on exact address pairs and time of day.
- 3–4 passengers (SUV or van): $130–$210 one way.
- 5–9 passengers (large SUV / shuttle van): $147–$200 one way.
- 10–16 passengers (group / multi-vehicle): custom quote, typically $300–$620 depending on luggage and stops.
The lowest end of those bands shows up when you book one-way during off-peak hours to or from Old Town Scottsdale. The high end is North Scottsdale destinations (Troon, DC Ranch, Mayo Clinic area) during morning rush or peak event days. The displayed quote includes the driver tip, fuel, and 24/7 dispatch — no airport surcharge, no booking fee, no fuel surcharge added at the curb.
Round trips automatically save 10% each direction. One-way bookings can use promo code ONLINE for 10% off.
Where We Pick Up in Glendale
We pick up at any address in Glendale — this is door-to-door, not a stop-and-wait shuttle. The most common Glendale pickup areas:
- Westgate Entertainment District / State Farm Stadium / Desert Diamond Arena — arena event nights, Cardinals game days, Coyotes games, concerts.
- Arrowhead area — Arrowhead Towne Center, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, hotels along 75th Ave and Bell Rd.
- Downtown Glendale — historic downtown, Glendale Civic Center, residential 85301/85302/85303.
- Glendale hotels — Renaissance Glendale, Cambria, Residence Inn Westgate, Hampton, Holiday Inn, La Quinta, and the dozen others clustered near the stadium.
- North Glendale (85308, 85310) and Peoria edge — serviced from this page or our Peoria Shuttle page; same fleet, same dispatch.
- Luke AFB and West Valley addresses (Litchfield Park, Goodyear, Avondale) — we'll quote these; the distance to Scottsdale stretches but the route logic is identical.
Where We Drop Off (and Pick Up) in Scottsdale
Scottsdale runs ~30 miles north-to-south, so "Scottsdale" means very different drives. The high-volume drop-off zones from our trip history:
- Old Town Scottsdale (85251) — Scottsdale Fashion Square, Scottsdale Civic Center, the Old Town entertainment district, hotels (W Scottsdale, Saguaro, Canopy, Hotel Valley Ho, Andaz, Marriott Suites Old Town). Shortest trip from Glendale.
- Central Scottsdale (85254, 85258) — Talking Stick Resort, Salt River Fields (Cubs / Rockies spring training), McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale Healthcare Shea.
- North Scottsdale (85255, 85259, 85260) — Kierland Commons & Scottsdale Quarter, Westin Kierland, Fairmont Princess (host of the Waste Management Phoenix Open), TPC Scottsdale, Mayo Clinic Scottsdale.
- Far North Scottsdale (85262, 85266) — DC Ranch, Silverleaf, Troon North, The Boulders, Four Seasons Scottsdale, Carefree edge. Longest trips, top of the fare band.
- Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SDL/SCF) — private aviation, charter flights, jet card pickups. We meet you at the FBO of your choice (Signature, Atlantic, or the main terminal) — tell us the FBO name when you book.
Travel Tips Worth Knowing
- Cactus League surge (mid-Feb to late March): Salt River Fields, Scottsdale Stadium, and Sloan Park draw heavy game-day traffic. Book the return leg early; same-day return rides during game-out are tight.
- Waste Management Phoenix Open week (late Jan / early Feb): TPC Scottsdale and the entire 101/Bell-Pinnacle Peak corridor is jammed. We pre-stage drivers in North Scottsdale that week — book ahead.
- Round trip saves 10% each way: If you know your return time, lock both legs in a single booking — the discount is automatic and beats the promo-code rate.
- Group rates are sharper than the per-seat math suggests: A van for 7 is often cheaper per person than three sedans — tell us your group size in one quote.
- Late-night arrivals at SDL: Scottsdale Municipal Airport doesn't have curbside taxis the way PHX does. We meet inside the FBO — you don't have to call us when you land; we're already in the lot.
- Car seats: We carry infant/toddler/booster seats on request at no charge — just note the seat type and child age in the booking notes.
- 24/7 dispatch: Yes, including 3 AM Cubs spring-training departures and 1 AM concert-night pickups at Talking Stick. The dispatch line answers around the clock.
Related Routes
Different start or end point? These pages may be a better fit:
Pricing / Fares
How much does it cost?
It depends on the addresses you enter and the number of people. Check rates by clicking any of the buttons above or below that say "Check Rates". There are different options under "Select Service" like "To Airport" or "From Airport" and "One Way" or "Round Trip". Choose the option called "Any Address" for non-airport transportation between any two addresses in Arizona. Rates are total, not per person. Enter the promo code "ONLINE" for one way trips to save 10%, or book a round trip to save more both ways.
How do I get an accurate quote?
- Step 1 - Just type in the city to check rates, but we recommend entering the full address to get an accurate quote since we have special rates for certain zip codes and most pricing is mileage based. Feel free to call us if you have any questions. Once you fill in the addresses, click "View Rates".
- Step 2 - We include pricing for Taxi, Airport Shuttle and Black Car Service, so you can compare costs and have more options. Choose the type of service you want with the correct number of passengers. Once a price comes up and you're happy, click "Reserve Now"
- Step 3 - It's always a good idea to enter your name, cell phone and email to save your quote and automatically get a copy sent to your email. That way we can easily look up your quote by name when you call and finish up your reservation when you're ready. Just click "Continue"
- Step 4 - The website won't actually book anything until you enter a credit or debit card on the final booking screen. You will automatically receive a confirmation email with all the details after you click "Confirm My Reservation".
How do I save money?
Please enter the full address to get the most accurate rates between Glendale and Scottsdale. Book a round trip and you'll receive 10% off each way. If it's a one way use promo code ONLINE to save 10%. This promo code is only valid on one way trips. If you're booking a round trip you automatically save 10% each way, so use discount code NONSTOP instead to receive a free upgrade to non-stop.
What are the benefits of using our service?
Door to door service is included on all our trips. Usually trips are non-stop in a nicer vehicle. We pick you up at your home anytime 24/7. We normally take you straight there, which is very different from other companies that leave you at a bus stop and stop and wait at intermediate points for hours. We also don't pack you in with 8-15 people you don't know and stop everywhere.
Does it cost anything to change my reservation?
You can always change the date and time of your reservation at no cost. If you don't know the exact address, you can enter the city for now to reserve it, and give us the full address later. If you don't know your flight number, you can estimate the time and update the flight number and time later via phone, email or text.
Our Better Vehicles
What type of vehicle will pick me up?
We send a airport shuttle (4+ passengers) or a nice car (1-3 passengers) anytime and take you to or from any address in Arizona, not just PHX. Our vehicles are clean and newer. Most vehicles are luxury and full size. We have Mercedes Sprinters, Lincoln Navigators, Chrysler 300's, Lexus ES300 Hybrids, Lincoln MKZ's, and a variety of other vehicles to meet your needs.
Our Pickup Locations
If your trip ends at Sky Harbor (PHX) instead of Scottsdale, your shuttle picks up where it says Prearranged. If you are in a wheelchair, do not allow your attendant to leave you anywhere except Prearranged. The signs are easy to see and they are always at the outer curb. Sometimes security will send people to the wrong place, so it's better to follow the directions below. PHX also won't allow drivers to walk more than 15 feet away from their vehicle or wait, so good communication is essential. Turn on your cell phone and take it off of airplane mode, so your driver can call or text you. If you don't recognize the number, it's probably your driver.
Terminal 3 Prearranged is across the crosswalk from Door 6 and to the right, south side of the building.
Terminal 4 Prearranged is across the crosswalk from Door 3, north side of the building, first floor. The sign says "Prearranged Vehicles 3 NORTH".
For trips that end at Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SDL), we meet you directly at the FBO of your choice — tell us the FBO name (Signature Flight Support, Atlantic Aviation, or the main terminal) when you book and we'll be in their lot when you land.
To and From Any Address (One Way)
What kind of transportation services do you offer?
We offer a shuttle Glendale to Scottsdale, and a Scottsdale shuttle from Scottsdale to Glendale, and other types of Scottsdale transportation like black car and taxi. We customize our shuttle service to your needs by offering different options like shuttles, black car services, and taxi. We offer many types of vehicles, and different options to make your experience great.
