Albuquerque to Kearney: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albuquerque from Kearney?

The distance from Albuquerque to Kearney is 566 miles (910.9 km) as the crow flies. Kearney is located NE of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 712.8 miles, taking about 13h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Kearney in Nebraska.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albuquerque and Kearney. 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.