Carlsbad Caverns to Tyler: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Carlsbad Caverns from Tyler?
The distance from Carlsbad Caverns to Tyler is 540.8 miles (870.4 km) as the crow flies. Tyler is located E of Carlsbad Caverns. By car, the driving distance is approximately 649 miles, taking about 13h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 35min. Both are located in United States — Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico and Tyler in Texas.
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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.
Coordinates come from public place data for Carlsbad Caverns and Tyler. 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 180 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
- You could travel this distance about 46 times to circle the Earth's equator