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

383.1 miles 616.6 km · straight line
458.3 miles actual route 737.6 km · driving distance
8h 35min estimated drive time
$44 - $54 estimated fuel cost
~1h 16min flight time
260° W bearing direction

How far is Roswell, New Mexico from Tucson?

The distance from Roswell, New Mexico to Tucson is 383.1 miles (616.6 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located W of Roswell, New Mexico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 458.3 miles, taking about 8h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Roswell, New Mexico in New Mexico and Tucson 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 Tucson. 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 Roswell, New Mexico to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 35min $44 - $54 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 16min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 18min $37–$69* Budget
Train ~8h 9min $55–$160* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Roswell, New Mexico & Tucson

Quick Facts

Roswell, New Mexico
33.39°N, 104.52°W
America/Denver
1090m elevation
Tucson
32.22°N, 110.97°W
America/Phoenix
728m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 128 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 32 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 65 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM