Gallup to Hays: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gallup from Hays?

The distance from Gallup to Hays is 567.2 miles (912.8 km) as the crow flies. Hays is located ENE of Gallup. By car, the driving distance is approximately 680.6 miles, taking about 13h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in United States — Gallup in New Mexico and Hays in Kansas.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Gallup and Hays. 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.