Alamogordo to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

295.7 miles 475.9 km · straight line
342.1 miles actual route 550.6 km · driving distance
6h 5min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
262° W bearing direction

How far is Alamogordo from Tucson?

The distance from Alamogordo to Tucson is 295.7 miles (475.9 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located W of Alamogordo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 342.1 miles, taking about 6h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Alamogordo in New Mexico and Tucson in Arizona.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Tucson. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Alamogordo to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 5min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 18min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~5h 47min $41–$120* Comfort

Quick Facts

Alamogordo
32.90°N, 105.96°W
America/Denver
1323m elevation
Tucson
32.22°N, 110.97°W
America/Phoenix
728m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 99 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 84.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM