Las Cruces to Yuma: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Las Cruces from Yuma?

The distance from Las Cruces to Yuma is 457.9 miles (736.9 km) as the crow flies. Yuma is located W of Las Cruces. By car, the driving distance is approximately 549.5 miles, taking about 11h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Las Cruces in New Mexico and Yuma 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 Yuma. 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.