Albuquerque to Huntsville, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1135.2 miles 1827 km · straight line
1224.1 miles actual route 1970 km · driving distance
21h 39min estimated drive time
$118 - $145 estimated fuel cost
~2h 47min flight time
85° E bearing direction

How far is Albuquerque from Huntsville, Alabama?

The distance from Albuquerque to Huntsville, Alabama is 1135.2 miles (1827 km) as the crow flies. Huntsville, Alabama is located E of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1224.1 miles, taking about 21h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 47min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Huntsville, Alabama in Alabama.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Huntsville, Alabama. 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 Huntsville, Alabama

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 39min $118 - $145 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~25h 59min $98–$184* Budget
Train ~28h 9min $147–$428* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albuquerque & Huntsville, Alabama

Quick Facts

Albuquerque
35.08°N, 106.65°W
America/Denver
1520m elevation
Huntsville, Alabama
34.73°N, 86.59°W
America/Chicago
193m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 378 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 95 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 21.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM