Anthem to White Sands: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Anthem from White Sands?

The distance from Anthem to White Sands is 344.2 miles (553.9 km) as the crow flies. White Sands is located E of Anthem. By car, the driving distance is approximately 413 miles, taking about 8h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Anthem in Arizona and White Sands 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Anthem and White Sands. 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.