How far is Agua Fria, NM from Alamogordo, NM?
The driving distance from Agua Fria, NM to Alamogordo, NM is about 224.2 miles (360.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 190.4 miles (306.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Agua Fria and Alamogordo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Agua Fria and Alamogordo.
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Start on the route
37 m · 11 sec
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Turn right onto Agua Fria Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · Agua Fria Street
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Turn right onto Siler Road
1 km · 2 min · Siler Road
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Turn left onto Cerrillos Road
1.3 km · 2 min · Cerrillos Road
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Turn slight right
723 ft · 26 sec
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Turn straight onto Saint Michaels Drive
1.1 mi · 2 min · Saint Michaels Drive
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Take the ramp slight right toward Las Vegas, Albuquerque, Clines Corners
1428 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Saint Francis Drive
1.5 mi · 3 min · South Saint Francis Drive
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Take the exit straight
1729 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
7.7 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right
1028 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right
68.5 mi · 1 hr 21 min
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Turn right
14.5 mi · 22 min
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Turn right
66.4 mi · 1 hr 35 min
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Continue on Central Avenue
43.8 mi · 52 min · Central Avenue
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Take the ramp straight toward Saint Francis Drive
9.8 mi · 13 min · Saint Francis Drive
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Turn straight onto North White Sands Boulevard
3.1 mi · 5 min · North White Sands Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North White Sands Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Agua Fria and Alamogordo.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
South Saint Francis Drive
Keep slight right
68.5 mi · 01h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Agua Fria and Sunny near Alamogordo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Agua Fria to Alamogordo?
The road trip is about 224.2 miles (360.8 km) and usually takes 03h 49m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Corona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 110.4 miles from Agua Fria and 113.8 miles from Alamogordo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 190.4 miles (306.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:20 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.96 one way or $59.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 70.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Agua Fria and Sunny near Alamogordo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Agua Fria and Alamogordo. Straight-line distance: 190.38 mi (306.39 km).
#1 Agua Fria
Agua Fria is a place in New Mexico, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.6544800, -106.0222400 |
| Altitude | 2000 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alamogordo
City in Otero County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 32,126 |
| Coordinates | 32.8995300, -105.9602700 |
| Altitude | 1323 |
| Country | United States |
End: North White Sands Boulevard (-105.960303, 32.89953)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 361 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 47m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $29.96 | $59.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $33.69 | $67.38 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $36.58 | $73.17 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $42.83 | $85.67 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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