Carlsbad, New Mexico to Payson, Arizona: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Carlsbad, New Mexico from Payson, Arizona?

The distance from Carlsbad, New Mexico to Payson, Arizona is 428.2 miles (689.2 km) as the crow flies. Payson, Arizona is located WNW of Carlsbad, New Mexico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 513.9 miles, taking about 10h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Both are located in United States — Carlsbad, New Mexico in New Mexico and Payson, Arizona 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 Payson, Arizona. 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.