Distance from Tucson to Las Cruces by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Tucson (AZ) to Las Cruces (NM) is 243 miles or 391 kilometers or 211 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Tucson to Las Cruces is 274 miles (441 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 31 miles or 50 km.

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

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Tucson and Las Cruces is 243 miles or 391 km.
The nearest airport to Tucson, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and the nearest airport to Las Cruces, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).

What is the average flight time from Tucson to Las Cruces?

Flight time from Tucson, AZ to Las Cruces, NM is 0 hours 33 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Tucson to Las Cruces Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Tucson, AZ to Las Cruces, NM

The driving distance from Tucson, Arizona to Las Cruces, New Mexico is 274 miles or 441 km.
The total driving distance from Tucson, AZ to Las Cruces, NM is 274 miles or 441 kilometers. Your trip begins in Tucson, Arizona. It ends in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
The driving distance from Tucson, Arizona to Las Cruces, New Mexico is approximately 274 miles (441 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 4 to 5 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Tucson, AZ to Las Cruces, NM

How long is the drive from Tucson, AZ to Las Cruces, NM?
The total driving time is 4 hours, 46 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Tucson to Las Cruces take?
Tucson and Las Cruces are 4 hours 46 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 Las Cruces

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

Current local time in TucsonCurrent local time in Las Cruces
2025-12-19, 02:29:54 MST2025-12-19, 02:29:54 MST
How Far is it Between Tucson Arizona, USA and Las Cruces New Mexico, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 274 mi 441 km 237.94 nmi
Straight line distance 243 mi 391 km 211 nmi
Difference 31 mi 50 km 26 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

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Las Cruces Details

Las Cruces is located in New Mexico, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 32° 18' 44.4'' Longitude: W 106° 46' 42''
Latitude32.31232
Longitude-106.77834
StateNew Mexico
Nearest airports to Las Cruces

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Tucson, AZ and Las Cruces, NM
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 9 hours 11 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 6 hours 53 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 6 hours 7 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 5 hours 30 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 5 hours 0 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 4 hours 35 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 4 hours 14 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 3 hours 56 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 3 hours 40 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 3 hours 26 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 3 hours 14 minutes