Badlands to Mexico City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1697.6 miles 2732 km · straight line
2128.8 miles actual route 3426 km · driving distance
40h 2min estimated drive time
$205 - $252 estimated fuel cost
~3h 55min flight time
173° S bearing direction

How far is Badlands from Mexico City?

The distance from Badlands to Mexico City is 1697.6 miles (2732 km) as the crow flies. Mexico City is located S of Badlands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2128.8 miles, taking about 40h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 55min. Badlands is in South Dakota, United States, while Mexico City is in Mexico.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Badlands and Mexico City. 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 Badlands to Mexico City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 40h 2min $205 - $252 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~48h 2min $170–$319* Budget
Train ~52h 3min $255–$745* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Badlands & Mexico City

Quick Facts

Badlands
43.86°N, 102.34°W
America/Chicago
785m elevation
Mexico City
19.43°N, 99.13°W
America/Mexico_City
2240m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 566 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 141 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 14.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM