Las Cruces to West Odessa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

252.6 miles 406.6 km · straight line
315.8 miles estimated 508.3 km · driving distance
6h 21min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
96° E bearing direction

How far is Las Cruces from West Odessa?

The distance from Las Cruces to West Odessa is 252.6 miles (406.6 km) as the crow flies. West Odessa is located E of Las Cruces. By car, the driving distance is approximately 315.8 miles, taking about 6h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Las Cruces in New Mexico and West Odessa in Texas.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Las Cruces and West Odessa. 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 Las Cruces to West Odessa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 21min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 37min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~6h 2min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Las Cruces & West Odessa

Quick Facts

Las Cruces
32.31°N, 106.78°W
America/Denver
1191m elevation
West Odessa
31.84°N, 102.50°W
America/Chicago
903m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients