Albuquerque to Altus: Road Trip Guide & Distance

415.8 miles 669.2 km · straight line
443.2 miles actual route 713.3 km · driving distance
7h 49min estimated drive time
$43 - $52 estimated fuel cost
~1h 20min flight time
92° E bearing direction

How far is Albuquerque from Altus?

The distance from Albuquerque to Altus is 415.8 miles (669.2 km) as the crow flies. Altus is located E of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 443.2 miles, taking about 7h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Altus in Oklahoma.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albuquerque and Altus. 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 Albuquerque to Altus

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 49min $43 - $52 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 23min $35–$66* Budget
Train ~7h 26min $53–$155* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Albuquerque
35.08°N, 106.65°W
America/Denver
1520m elevation
Altus
34.64°N, 99.33°W
America/Chicago
426m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 139 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 59.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM