Las Cruces to Telluride: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Las Cruces from Telluride?

The distance from Las Cruces to Telluride is 393 miles (632.5 km) as the crow flies. Telluride is located N of Las Cruces. By car, the driving distance is approximately 471.6 miles, taking about 9h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Las Cruces in New Mexico and Telluride in Colorado.

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. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Las Cruces and Telluride. 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.