Albuquerque to Arches: Road Trip Guide & Distance

299.9 miles 482.7 km · straight line
385.4 miles actual route 620.2 km · driving distance
7h 55min estimated drive time
$37 - $46 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
328° NNW bearing direction

How far is Albuquerque from Arches?

The distance from Albuquerque to Arches is 299.9 miles (482.7 km) as the crow flies. Arches is located NNW of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 385.4 miles, taking about 7h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Arches 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 Albuquerque and Arches. 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 Arches

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 55min $37 - $46 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 30min $31–$58* Budget
Train ~7h 31min $46–$135* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albuquerque & Arches

Quick Facts

Albuquerque
35.08°N, 106.65°W
America/Denver
1520m elevation
Arches
38.73°N, 109.59°W
America/Denver
1510m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 100 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 83 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM