Del Rio to White Sands: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Del Rio from White Sands?

The distance from Del Rio to White Sands is 398.9 miles (642 km) as the crow flies. White Sands is located NW of Del Rio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 478.7 miles, taking about 9h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Del Rio in Texas and White Sands in New Mexico.

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 Del Rio and White Sands. 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.