Albuquerque to Rock Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

470.1 miles 756.5 km · straight line
782.9 miles actual route 1260 km · driving distance
13h 36min estimated drive time
$75 - $93 estimated fuel cost
~1h 27min flight time
344° NNW bearing direction

How far is Albuquerque from Rock Springs?

The distance from Albuquerque to Rock Springs is 470.1 miles (756.5 km) as the crow flies. Rock Springs is located NNW of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 782.9 miles, taking about 13h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Rock Springs in Wyoming.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albuquerque and Rock Springs. 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 Rock Springs

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 36min $75 - $93 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 19min $63–$117* Budget
Train ~12h 55min $94–$274* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albuquerque & Rock Springs

Quick Facts

Albuquerque
35.08°N, 106.65°W
America/Denver
1520m elevation
Rock Springs
41.59°N, 109.20°W
America/Denver
1947m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 157 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 53 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM