Albuquerque to Glacier Bay: Road Trip Guide & Distance

2098.4 miles 3377.1 km · straight line
3338.7 miles actual route 5373.1 km · driving distance
75h 1min estimated drive time
$321 - $395 estimated fuel cost
~4h 43min flight time
330° NNW bearing direction

How far is Albuquerque from Glacier Bay?

The distance from Albuquerque to Glacier Bay is 2098.4 miles (3377.1 km) as the crow flies. Glacier Bay is located NNW of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 3338.7 miles, taking about 75h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 4h 43min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Glacier Bay in Alaska.

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 Glacier Bay. 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 Glacier Bay

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 75h 1min $321 - $395 Flexible stops
Fly ~4h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~90h 1min $267–$501* Budget
Train ~97h 31min $401–$1169* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albuquerque & Glacier Bay

Quick Facts

Albuquerque
35.08°N, 106.65°W
America/Denver
1520m elevation
Glacier Bay
58.50°N, 136.00°W
America/Anchorage
4663m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 699 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 175 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 11.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM