Altus to Roswell, New Mexico: Road Trip Guide & Distance

309.4 miles 497.9 km · straight line
386.7 miles estimated 622.4 km · driving distance
7h 47min estimated drive time
$37 - $46 estimated fuel cost
~1h 7min flight time
255° WSW bearing direction

How far is Altus from Roswell, New Mexico?

The distance from Altus to Roswell, New Mexico is 309.4 miles (497.9 km) as the crow flies. Roswell, New Mexico is located WSW of Altus. By car, the driving distance is approximately 386.7 miles, taking about 7h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Altus in Oklahoma and Roswell, New Mexico 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 Roswell, New Mexico. 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.

How to Get from Altus to Roswell, New Mexico

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 47min $37 - $46 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 20min $31–$58* Budget
Train ~7h 24min $46–$135* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Altus & Roswell, New Mexico

Quick Facts

Altus
34.64°N, 99.33°W
America/Chicago
426m elevation
Roswell, New Mexico
33.39°N, 104.52°W
America/Denver
1090m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 103 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 80.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients