Distance from Las Cruces to Albuquerque by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Las Cruces (NM) to Albuquerque (NM) is 192 miles or 309 kilometers or 167 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Las Cruces to Albuquerque is 221 miles (357 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 29 miles or 48 km.

Las Cruces to Albuquerque Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Las Cruces, NM and Albuquerque, NM
This map shows the distance from Las Cruces, NM, Usa to Albuquerque, NM, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Las Cruces, New Mexico to Albuquerque, New Mexico is displayed below.

Driving distance from Las Cruces, NM to Albuquerque, NM

The driving distance from Las Cruces, New Mexico to Albuquerque, New Mexico is 221 miles or 357 km.
The total driving distance from Las Cruces, NM to Albuquerque, NM is 221 miles or 357 kilometers. Your trip begins in Las Cruces, New Mexico. It ends in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
The driving distance from Las Cruces, New Mexico to Albuquerque, New Mexico is approximately 221 miles (357 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 3 to 4 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Las Cruces, NM to Albuquerque, NM

How long is the drive from Las Cruces, NM to Albuquerque, NM?
The total driving time is 3 hours, 51 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Las Cruces to Albuquerque take?
Las Cruces and Albuquerque are 3 hours 51 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Las Cruces and Albuquerque

Time difference between Las Cruces (NM) and Albuquerque (NM) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in Las Cruces	Current local time in Albuquerque
2025-12-18, 09:04:16 MST	2025-12-18, 09:04:16 MST

How Far is it Between Las Cruces New Mexico, USA and Albuquerque New Mexico, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Las Cruces, NM and Albuquerque, NM in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	221 mi	357 km	191.92 nmi
Straight line distance	192 mi	309 km	167 nmi
Difference	29 mi	48 km	24 nmi

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