Carlsbad, New Mexico to Colorado Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

444.3 miles 715.1 km · straight line
509.3 miles actual route 819.6 km · driving distance
9h 32min estimated drive time
$49 - $60 estimated fuel cost
~1h 24min flight time
356° N bearing direction

How far is Carlsbad, New Mexico from Colorado Springs?

The distance from Carlsbad, New Mexico to Colorado Springs is 444.3 miles (715.1 km) as the crow flies. Colorado Springs is located N of Carlsbad, New Mexico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 509.3 miles, taking about 9h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Both are located in United States — Carlsbad, New Mexico in New Mexico and Colorado Springs in Colorado.

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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Carlsbad, New Mexico and Colorado Springs. 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 Carlsbad, New Mexico to Colorado Springs

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 32min $49 - $60 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 24min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 26min $41–$76* Budget
Train ~9h 3min $61–$178* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Carlsbad, New Mexico & Colorado Springs

Quick Facts

Carlsbad, New Mexico
32.42°N, 104.23°W
America/Denver
945m elevation
Colorado Springs
38.83°N, 104.82°W
America/Denver
1839m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 148 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 37 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 56 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM