Distance from Tucson to Albuquerque by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Tucson (AZ) to Albuquerque (NM) is 316 miles or 508 kilometers or 274 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Tucson to Albuquerque is 447 miles (720 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 131 miles or 212 km.

Flight distance from Tucson, AZ to Albuquerque, NM in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Tucson and Albuquerque is 316 miles or 508 km.
The nearest airport to Tucson, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and the nearest airport to Albuquerque, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).

What is the average flight time from Tucson to Albuquerque?

Flight time from Tucson, AZ to Albuquerque, NM is 0 hours 43 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Tucson to Albuquerque Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Tucson, AZ to Albuquerque, NM

The driving distance from Tucson, Arizona to Albuquerque, New Mexico is 447 miles or 720 km.
The total driving distance from Tucson, AZ to Albuquerque, NM is 447 miles or 720 kilometers. Your trip begins in Tucson, Arizona. It ends in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
The driving distance from Tucson, Arizona to Albuquerque, New Mexico is approximately 447 miles (720 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 8 to 9 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Tucson, AZ to Albuquerque, NM

How long is the drive from Tucson, AZ to Albuquerque, NM?
The total driving time is 8 hours, 2 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Tucson to Albuquerque take?
Tucson and Albuquerque are 8 hours 2 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
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 Tucson and Albuquerque

Time difference between Tucson (AZ) and Albuquerque (NM) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in TucsonCurrent local time in Albuquerque
2026-04-01, 07:41:33 MST2026-04-01, 07:41:33 MST
How Far is it Between Tucson Arizona, USA and Albuquerque New Mexico, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 447 mi 720 km 388.17 nmi
Straight line distance 316 mi 508 km 274 nmi
Difference 131 mi 212 km 114 nmi

Tucson Details

Tucson is located in Arizona, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 32° 13' 18.3'' Longitude: W 110° 55' 35.3''
Latitude32.22174
Longitude-110.92648
StateArizona
Nearest airports to Tucson

View Tucson Map

Albuquerque Details

Albuquerque is located in New Mexico, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 35° 5' 4.2'' Longitude: W 106° 39' 4.1''
Latitude35.08449
Longitude-106.65114
StateNew Mexico
Nearest airports to Albuquerque

View Albuquerque Map


Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Tucson, AZ and Albuquerque, NM
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 15 hours 0 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 11 hours 15 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 10 hours 0 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 9 hours 0 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 8 hours 10 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 7 hours 30 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 6 hours 55 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 6 hours 25 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 6 hours 0 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 5 hours 37 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 5 hours 17 minutes