Albuquerque to Boulder: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Albuquerque from Boulder?
The distance from Albuquerque to Boulder is 349 miles (561.6 km) as the crow flies. Boulder is located NNE of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 474.8 miles, taking about 8h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Boulder in Colorado.
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 Boulder. 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 Boulder
Suggested Stops Between Albuquerque & Boulder
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 116 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 29 hours
- You could travel this distance about 71.4 times to circle the Earth's equator