How far is Albuquerque, NM from Las Cruces, NM?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Albuquerque and Las Cruces is 191.68 miles (308.48 km).

Flight distance from Albuquerque, NM to Las Cruces, NM is 191.68 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 26 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 24 minutes to travel from Albuquerque to Las Cruces with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Albuquerque, New Mexico to Las Cruces, New Mexico is: 222.66 miles (358.33 km) by car.

Driving from Albuquerque to Las Cruces will take approximately 03 hours 09 minutes.

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#1 Albuquerque

The third most populous city in New Mexico and the center of the Albuquerque metropolitan area. It is located in the central part of the state. Albuquerque is known for its hot climate, its Hispanic culture, and its many attractions, such as the Sandia Peak Tramway and the National Museum of Nuclear Science and History.

Population 562540
GPS Coordinates 35°5'4"N 106°39'4"W
Latitude 35.0844900
Longitude -106.6511400
Altitude 1511
Country United States
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#2 Las Cruces

The second most populous city in New Mexico. It is located in the Mesilla Valley on the Rio Grande in southern New Mexico. Las Cruces is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum and the Las Cruces Museum of Art.

Population 105096
GPS Coordinates 32°18'44"N 106°46'42"W
Latitude 32.3123200
Longitude -106.7783400
Altitude 1191
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Albuquerque and Las Cruces

The distance between Albuquerque and Las Cruces is 358 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 58 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Albuquerque and Las Cruces. The current time is 07:01:03.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 07 hours 25 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 05 hours 34 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 04 hours 27 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 03 hours 42 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 03 hours 10 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 02 hours 58 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 02 hours 46 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 29.74 liters (7.86 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Albuquerque and Las Cruces.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Albuquerque to Las Cruces is $27.27 (diesel $35.87).

New Mexico gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.47 $3.84 $4.12 $4.57
Total $27.27 $30.14 $32.37 $35.87

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in New Mexico ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.471 (Diesel $4.566) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 12, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Albuquerque and Las Cruces (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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