Denver to Roswell, New Mexico: Road Trip Guide & Distance

439.1 miles 706.7 km · straight line
501.8 miles actual route 807.6 km · driving distance
9h 17min estimated drive time
$48 - $59 estimated fuel cost
~1h 23min flight time
176° S bearing direction

How far is Denver from Roswell, New Mexico?

The distance from Denver to Roswell, New Mexico is 439.1 miles (706.7 km) as the crow flies. Roswell, New Mexico is located S of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 501.8 miles, taking about 9h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. Both are located in United States — Denver in Colorado and Roswell, New Mexico 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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Denver and Roswell, New Mexico. 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 Denver to Roswell, New Mexico

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 17min $48 - $59 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 23min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 8min $40–$75* Budget
Train ~8h 49min $60–$176* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Denver & Roswell, New Mexico

Quick Facts

Denver
39.74°N, 104.99°W
America/Denver
1609m elevation
Roswell, New Mexico
33.39°N, 104.52°W
America/Denver
1090m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 146 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 37 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 56.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM