Albuquerque to Fernley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

758.6 miles 1220.8 km · straight line
974.7 miles actual route 1568.7 km · driving distance
17h 54min estimated drive time
$94 - $115 estimated fuel cost
~2h 2min flight time
298° WNW bearing direction

How far is Albuquerque from Fernley?

The distance from Albuquerque to Fernley is 758.6 miles (1220.8 km) as the crow flies. Fernley is located WNW of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 974.7 miles, taking about 17h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 2min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Fernley in Nevada.

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. 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. 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 Fernley. 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 Fernley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 54min $94 - $115 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 29min $78–$146* Budget
Train ~23h 16min $117–$341* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albuquerque & Fernley

Quick Facts

Albuquerque
35.08°N, 106.65°W
America/Denver
1520m elevation
Fernley
39.61°N, 119.25°W
America/Los_Angeles
1268m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 253 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 63 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 32.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM