How far is Alamogordo, NM from Edgewood, NM?
The driving distance from Alamogordo, NM to Edgewood, NM is about 179.1 miles (288.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 149.9 miles (241.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 59m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alamogordo and Edgewood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alamogordo and Edgewood.
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Start on North White Sands Boulevard
3.1 mi · 5 min · North White Sands Boulevard
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Continue on US 54,70
9.8 mi · 13 min · US 54,70
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Turn left
91.1 mi · 1 hr 58 min
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Turn left
35.5 mi · 49 min
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Turn left onto 8th Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · 8th Street
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Turn right
28.2 mi · 41 min
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Take the ramp left
1198 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
8.8 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NM 344: Edgewood
1121 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on NM 344 South: Historical Route 66
89 m · 10 sec
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Turn slight left onto NM-344
874 ft · 19 sec · NM-344
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Continue on NM-344
77 m · 13 sec · NM-344
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · NM-344
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alamogordo and Edgewood.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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91.1 mi · 01h 58m
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 Alamogordo and Mostly Sunny near Edgewood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alamogordo to Edgewood?
The road trip is about 179.1 miles (288.2 km) and usually takes 03h 59m 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 89.7 miles from Alamogordo and 89.4 miles from Edgewood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 149.9 miles (241.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.2 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 9:00 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.93 one way or $47.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Alamogordo and Mostly Sunny near Edgewood.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alamogordo and Edgewood. Straight-line distance: 149.96 mi (241.34 km).
#1 Alamogordo
City in Otero County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 32,126 |
| Coordinates | 32.8995300, -105.9602700 |
| Altitude | 1323 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Edgewood
Town in Santa Fe County, New Mexico
| Population | 6,092 |
| Coordinates | 35.0614400, -106.1914100 |
| Altitude | 2026 |
| Country | United States |
End: Edgewood (-106.19141, 35.06144)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 288 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 14m |
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 | $23.93 | $47.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $26.92 | $53.83 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $29.23 | $58.46 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $34.22 | $68.45 |
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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