Carlsbad Caverns to Moab: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Carlsbad Caverns from Moab?
The distance from Carlsbad Caverns to Moab is 525.4 miles (845.5 km) as the crow flies. Moab is located NNW of Carlsbad Caverns. By car, the driving distance is approximately 630.4 miles, taking about 12h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico and Moab in Utah.
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.
Coordinates come from public place data for Carlsbad Caverns and Moab. 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.
How to Get from Carlsbad Caverns to Moab
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 175 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
- You could travel this distance about 47.4 times to circle the Earth's equator