Altus to Las Cruces: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Altus from Las Cruces?

The distance from Altus to Las Cruces is 458 miles (737.1 km) as the crow flies. Las Cruces is located WSW of Altus. By car, the driving distance is approximately 549.6 miles, taking about 11h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Altus in Oklahoma and Las Cruces in New Mexico.

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 Altus and Las Cruces. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.