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

460.3 miles 740.8 km · straight line
591.4 miles actual route 951.7 km · driving distance
10h 26min estimated drive time
$57 - $70 estimated fuel cost
~1h 26min flight time
281° W bearing direction

How far is Carlsbad, New Mexico from Phoenix?

The distance from Carlsbad, New Mexico to Phoenix is 460.3 miles (740.8 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located W of Carlsbad, New Mexico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 591.4 miles, taking about 10h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Carlsbad, New Mexico in New Mexico and Phoenix 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 Phoenix. 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 Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 26min $57 - $70 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 26min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 31min $47–$89* Budget
Train ~9h 55min $71–$207* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Carlsbad, New Mexico & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Carlsbad, New Mexico
32.42°N, 104.23°W
America/Denver
945m elevation
Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 153 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 54.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM