Pet-friendly road trip

Phoenix to Albuquerque with your dog

Distance

420 mi

Driving

6.5 hrs

Dog breaks

About 6

The I-17 and I-40 run from Phoenix to Albuquerque is 420 miles. With a dog in the back, plan a 15-minute walk every two to three hours and book a room that takes pets before you leave, so you are not searching at 10 pm.

Dog-friendly places to sleep

Turn on the pet-friendly filter on the booking page and check the pet fee before you book.

• Stays in Flagstaff
• Stays in Gallup
• Stays in Albuquerque

Pet rules at Albuquerque

Check local leash rules at the trailhead.

Packing list for the dog

• Water bowl and a gallon of water, plus their usual food
• Crate or seat-belt harness for the whole drive
• Vaccination records, especially for border crossings
• Leash, waste bags and a towel for muddy paws
• Never leave a dog in a parked car, even with windows cracked

Along the way

• Standin' on the Corner in Winslow
• Petrified Forest National Park
• Route 66 trading posts in Gallup

Full drive guide for this route