Albuquerque to Las Vegas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albuquerque from Las Vegas?

The distance from Albuquerque to Las Vegas is 482.5 miles (776.5 km) as the crow flies. Las Vegas is located WNW of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 572.8 miles, taking about 10h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Las Vegas in Nevada.

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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albuquerque and Las Vegas. 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.