Mexico City to Nogales: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1102.7 miles 1774.6 km · straight line
1323.2 miles estimated 2129.5 km · driving distance
26h 37min estimated drive time
MXN 3045 - MXN 3748 estimated fuel cost
~2h 43min flight time
321° NW bearing direction

How far is Mexico City from Nogales?

The distance from Mexico City to Nogales is 1102.7 miles (1774.6 km) as the crow flies. Nogales is located NW of Mexico City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1323.2 miles, taking about 26h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 43min. Mexico City is in Mexico, while Nogales is in Arizona, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Mexico City and Nogales. 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 Mexico City to Nogales

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 26h 37min MXN 3045 - MXN 3748 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~31h 56min $106–$198* Budget
Train ~34h 36min $159–$463* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mexico City & Nogales

Quick Facts

Mexico City
19.43°N, 99.13°W
America/Mexico_City
2240m elevation
Nogales
31.34°N, 110.93°W
America/Phoenix
1168m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 368 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 92 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 22.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients