Carlsbad, New Mexico to Wichita Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Carlsbad, New Mexico from Wichita Falls?

The distance from Carlsbad, New Mexico to Wichita Falls is 347.3 miles (559 km) as the crow flies. Wichita Falls is located ENE of Carlsbad, New Mexico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 416.8 miles, taking about 8h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Carlsbad, New Mexico in New Mexico and Wichita Falls in Texas.

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 East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Carlsbad, New Mexico and Wichita Falls. 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.