Carlsbad, New Mexico to Petrified Forest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Carlsbad, New Mexico from Petrified Forest?

The distance from Carlsbad, New Mexico to Petrified Forest is 362.9 miles (584 km) as the crow flies. Petrified Forest is located WNW of Carlsbad, New Mexico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 435.5 miles, taking about 8h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Carlsbad, New Mexico in New Mexico and Petrified Forest 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 Petrified Forest. 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.