Las Cruces to Surprise: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Las Cruces from Surprise?

The distance from Las Cruces to Surprise is 334.5 miles (538.4 km) as the crow flies. Surprise is located WNW of Las Cruces. By car, the driving distance is approximately 401.5 miles, taking about 8h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Las Cruces in New Mexico and Surprise in Arizona.

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 Las Cruces and Surprise. 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.