Clifton to Santa Fe: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Clifton from Santa Fe?

The distance from Clifton to Santa Fe is 272.7 miles (438.8 km) as the crow flies. Santa Fe is located SSE of Clifton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 340.8 miles, taking about 6h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Clifton in Colorado and Santa Fe in New Mexico.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Clifton and Santa Fe. 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.