Alamogordo to Capitol Reef: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Alamogordo from Capitol Reef?

The distance from Alamogordo to Capitol Reef is 475.8 miles (765.8 km) as the crow flies. Capitol Reef is located NW of Alamogordo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 571 miles, taking about 11h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in United States — Alamogordo in New Mexico and Capitol Reef in Utah.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Alamogordo and Capitol Reef. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.