Cities Near Juárez
Cities near Juárez, Mexico: 6 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Las Cruces, Nuevo Casas Grandes, Agua Prieta. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Juárez, Mexico is Las Cruces, about 45 mi (72 km) away — roughly 1 hr 21 min by road. Below, 6 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Cruces | 45 mi / 72 km | 1 hr 21 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Nuevo Casas Grandes | 124 mi / 200 km | 2 hr 54 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Agua Prieta | 184 mi / 296 km | 4 hr 16 min | 50 min | Weekend getaway |
| Chihuahua | 214 mi / 345 km | 4 hr 41 min | 54 min | Short break |
| Cuauhtémoc | 230 mi / 370 km | 5 hr 1 min | 55 min | Short break |
| Albuquerque | 233 mi / 375 km | 5 hr 5 min | 56 min | Short break |
Day trips from Juárez
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Las Cruces. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Juárez
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Nuevo Casas Grandes. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Juárez include Las Cruces, Nuevo Casas Grandes, Agua Prieta, Chihuahua, Cuauhtémoc. The closest is Las Cruces, about 45 miles (72 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.