Carlsbad Caverns to Uvalde: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Carlsbad Caverns from Uvalde?

The distance from Carlsbad Caverns to Uvalde is 348.6 miles (561 km) as the crow flies. Uvalde is located SE of Carlsbad Caverns. By car, the driving distance is approximately 418.3 miles, taking about 8h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico and Uvalde in Texas.

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. 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 Uvalde. 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.