Cancun to Oaxaca: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cancun from Oaxaca?

The distance from Cancun to Oaxaca is 703.6 miles (1132.3 km) as the crow flies. Oaxaca is located WSW of Cancun. By car, the driving distance is approximately 896.5 miles, taking about 18h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 55min. Both are located 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. 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. 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 Cancun and Oaxaca. 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.