Austin, Texas to Carlsbad Caverns: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Austin, Texas from Carlsbad Caverns?

The distance from Austin, Texas to Carlsbad Caverns is 423 miles (680.8 km) as the crow flies. Carlsbad Caverns is located WNW of Austin, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 525.1 miles, taking about 11h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Austin, Texas in Texas and Carlsbad Caverns 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 Austin, Texas and Carlsbad Caverns. 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.