Albuquerque to Apache Junction: Road Trip Guide & Distance

302.6 miles 487 km · straight line
404.4 miles actual route 650.8 km · driving distance
7h 47min estimated drive time
$39 - $48 estimated fuel cost
~1h 7min flight time
249° WSW bearing direction

How far is Albuquerque from Apache Junction?

The distance from Albuquerque to Apache Junction is 302.6 miles (487 km) as the crow flies. Apache Junction is located WSW of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 404.4 miles, taking about 7h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Apache Junction in Arizona.

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 Albuquerque and Apache Junction. 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 Apache Junction

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 47min $39 - $48 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 20min $32–$61* Budget
Train ~7h 24min $49–$142* Comfort

Quick Facts

Albuquerque
35.08°N, 106.65°W
America/Denver
1520m elevation
Apache Junction
33.42°N, 111.55°W
America/Phoenix
525m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 101 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 82.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM