Manhattan to Roswell, New Mexico: Road Trip Guide & Distance

596.3 miles 959.7 km · straight line
715.6 miles estimated 1151.6 km · driving distance
14h 24min estimated drive time
$69 - $85 estimated fuel cost
~1h 42min flight time
230° SW bearing direction

How far is Manhattan from Roswell, New Mexico?

The distance from Manhattan to Roswell, New Mexico is 596.3 miles (959.7 km) as the crow flies. Roswell, New Mexico is located SW of Manhattan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 715.6 miles, taking about 14h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Both are located in United States — Manhattan in Kansas 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 Manhattan 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 Manhattan to Roswell, New Mexico

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 24min $69 - $85 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 17min $57–$107* Budget
Train ~18h 43min $86–$250* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Manhattan & Roswell, New Mexico

Quick Facts

Manhattan
39.18°N, 96.57°W
America/Chicago
311m 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 199 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients