Petrified Forest to Santa Fe: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Petrified Forest from Santa Fe?

The distance from Petrified Forest to Santa Fe is 223.6 miles (359.8 km) as the crow flies. Santa Fe is located ENE of Petrified Forest. By car, the driving distance is approximately 279.5 miles, taking about 5h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Petrified Forest in Arizona and Santa Fe in New Mexico.

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 Petrified Forest and Santa Fe. 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.