Oklahoma City to Roswell, New Mexico: Road Trip Guide & Distance

424.2 miles 682.7 km · straight line
469.6 miles actual route 755.7 km · driving distance
8h 34min estimated drive time
$45 - $56 estimated fuel cost
~1h 21min flight time
252° WSW bearing direction

How far is Oklahoma City from Roswell, New Mexico?

The distance from Oklahoma City to Roswell, New Mexico is 424.2 miles (682.7 km) as the crow flies. Roswell, New Mexico is located WSW of Oklahoma City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 469.6 miles, taking about 8h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Oklahoma City in Oklahoma and Roswell, New Mexico in New Mexico.

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 Oklahoma City and Roswell, New Mexico. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Oklahoma City to Roswell, New Mexico

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 34min $45 - $56 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 21min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 17min $38–$70* Budget
Train ~8h 8min $56–$164* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Oklahoma City & Roswell, New Mexico

Quick Facts

Oklahoma City
35.47°N, 97.52°W
America/Chicago
366m 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 141 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 58.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM