Albuquerque to Tri-Cities: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albuquerque from Tri-Cities?

The distance from Albuquerque to Tri-Cities is 1010.8 miles (1626.8 km) as the crow flies. Tri-Cities is located NW of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1222.1 miles, taking about 22h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 32min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Tri-Cities in Washington.

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 Tri-Cities. 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.