Hastings, Nebraska to Roswell, New Mexico: Road Trip Guide & Distance

600.9 miles 967.1 km · straight line
721.1 miles estimated 1160.5 km · driving distance
14h 30min estimated drive time
$69 - $85 estimated fuel cost
~1h 43min flight time
216° SW bearing direction

How far is Hastings, Nebraska from Roswell, New Mexico?

The distance from Hastings, Nebraska to Roswell, New Mexico is 600.9 miles (967.1 km) as the crow flies. Roswell, New Mexico is located SW of Hastings, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 721.1 miles, taking about 14h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Both are located in United States — Hastings, Nebraska in Nebraska and Roswell, New Mexico in New Mexico.

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. 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 Hastings, Nebraska and Roswell, New Mexico. 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.

How to Get from Hastings, Nebraska to Roswell, New Mexico

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 30min $69 - $85 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 24min $58–$108* Budget
Train ~18h 51min $87–$252* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hastings, Nebraska & Roswell, New Mexico

Quick Facts

Hastings, Nebraska
40.59°N, 98.39°W
America/Chicago
587m 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 200 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients