Austin, Texas to Roswell, New Mexico: Road Trip Guide & Distance

452.8 miles 728.7 km · straight line
551.8 miles actual route 888 km · driving distance
9h 59min estimated drive time
$53 - $65 estimated fuel cost
~1h 25min flight time
300° WNW bearing direction

How far is Austin, Texas from Roswell, New Mexico?

The distance from Austin, Texas to Roswell, New Mexico is 452.8 miles (728.7 km) as the crow flies. Roswell, New Mexico is located WNW of Austin, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 551.8 miles, taking about 9h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Austin, Texas in Texas 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 Austin, Texas and Roswell, New Mexico. 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.

How to Get from Austin, Texas to Roswell, New Mexico

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 59min $53 - $65 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 25min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 59min $44–$83* Budget
Train ~9h 29min $66–$193* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Austin, Texas & Roswell, New Mexico

Quick Facts

Austin, Texas
30.27°N, 97.74°W
America/Chicago
149m 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 151 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 55 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM