Albuquerque to Billings: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albuquerque from Billings?

The distance from Albuquerque to Billings is 745.5 miles (1199.8 km) as the crow flies. Billings is located N of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 998.5 miles, taking about 16h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 0min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Billings in Montana.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albuquerque and Billings. 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.