Aspen to White Sands: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Aspen from White Sands?

The distance from Aspen to White Sands is 443.3 miles (713.5 km) as the crow flies. White Sands is located S of Aspen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 532 miles, taking about 10h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Both are located in United States — Aspen in Colorado 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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Aspen 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.