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

586.4 miles 943.8 km · straight line
703.8 miles estimated 1132.6 km · driving distance
14h 9min estimated drive time
$68 - $83 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
268° W bearing direction

How far is Roswell, New Mexico from Yuma?

The distance from Roswell, New Mexico to Yuma is 586.4 miles (943.8 km) as the crow flies. Yuma is located W of Roswell, New Mexico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 703.8 miles, taking about 14h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Roswell, New Mexico in New Mexico and Yuma in Arizona.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Roswell, New Mexico and Yuma. 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 Roswell, New Mexico to Yuma

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 9min $68 - $83 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 59min $56–$106* Budget
Train ~18h 24min $84–$246* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Roswell, New Mexico & Yuma

Quick Facts

Roswell, New Mexico
33.39°N, 104.52°W
America/Denver
1090m elevation
Yuma
32.73°N, 114.62°W
America/Phoenix
43m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 195 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients