Driving from Odessa to Las Cruces
Las Cruces lies 419 km (260 mi) west of Odessa, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 5 h 41 min without stops, over roughly 511 km (317 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Odessa | Las Cruces | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 114,428 | 101,643 |
| Elevation | 885 m (2,904 ft) | 1,189 m (3,901 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-6 (America/Denver) |
| Postal codes | 79760–79769 | 88001–88013 |
Clocks in Las Cruces are 1 h behind Odessa right now, so a 5 h 41 min journey lands only 4 h 41 min later by the destination clock.
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Staying in Las Cruces
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Common questions
How far is Las Cruces from Odessa?
419 km (260 mi) in a straight line, west of Odessa; by road roughly 511 km (317 mi).
How long does it take to get from Odessa to Las Cruces by car?
About 5 h 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Odessa and Las Cruces?
Las Cruces is 1 h behind at the moment (America/Denver against America/Chicago).
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.