Carlsbad, New Mexico to Mesa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

446.1 miles 718 km · straight line
582.5 miles actual route 937.4 km · driving distance
10h 27min estimated drive time
$56 - $69 estimated fuel cost
~1h 24min flight time
281° W bearing direction

How far is Carlsbad, New Mexico from Mesa?

The distance from Carlsbad, New Mexico to Mesa is 446.1 miles (718 km) as the crow flies. Mesa is located W of Carlsbad, New Mexico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 582.5 miles, taking about 10h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Both are located in United States — Carlsbad, New Mexico in New Mexico and Mesa in Arizona.

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. 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, New Mexico and Mesa. 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 Mesa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 27min $56 - $69 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 24min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 32min $47–$87* Budget
Train ~9h 56min $70–$204* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Carlsbad, New Mexico & Mesa

Quick Facts

Carlsbad, New Mexico
32.42°N, 104.23°W
America/Denver
945m elevation
Mesa
33.42°N, 111.83°W
America/Phoenix
378m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 149 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 37 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 55.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM