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

How far is Roswell, New Mexico from Surprise?

The distance from Roswell, New Mexico to Surprise is 450 miles (724.2 km) as the crow flies. Surprise is located W of Roswell, New Mexico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 540 miles, taking about 10h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Both are located in United States — Roswell, New Mexico in New Mexico and Surprise 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 Roswell, New Mexico and Surprise. 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.