Albuquerque to Colorado Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance
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.
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Quick Facts
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