Albuquerque to Colorado Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

278 miles 447.4 km · straight line
377.9 miles actual route 608.2 km · driving distance
6h 32min estimated drive time
$36 - $45 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
21° NNE bearing direction

How far is Albuquerque from Colorado Springs?

The distance from Albuquerque to Colorado Springs is 278 miles (447.4 km) as the crow flies. Colorado Springs is located NNE of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 377.9 miles, taking about 6h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs. 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 Colorado Springs

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 32min $36 - $45 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 50min $30–$57* Budget
Train ~6h 12min $45–$132* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albuquerque & Colorado Springs

Quick Facts

Albuquerque
35.08°N, 106.65°W
America/Denver
1520m elevation
Colorado Springs
38.83°N, 104.82°W
America/Denver
1839m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM