How far is Albuquerque, NM from Rio Rancho, NM?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Albuquerque and Rio Rancho is 10.31 miles (16.6 km).
Flight distance from Albuquerque, NM to Rio Rancho, NM is 10.31 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Albuquerque, New Mexico to Rio Rancho, New Mexico is: 17.28 miles (27.81 km) by car.
Driving from Albuquerque to Rio Rancho will take approximately 00 hours 24 minutes.
#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 |
#2 Rio Rancho
The second most populous city in Sandoval County, New Mexico. It is located on the west bank of the Rio Grande in central New Mexico. Rio Rancho is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Rio Rancho Public Library and the Rio Rancho Museum.
| Population | 99885 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°14'0"N 106°39'52"W |
| Latitude | 35.2333800 |
| Longitude | -106.6644700 |
| Altitude | 1610 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Rio Rancho: 35th Circle Southeast (-106.66465,35.233524)
Estimated Travel Time Between Albuquerque and Rio Rancho
The distance between Albuquerque and Rio Rancho is 28 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 18 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 Rio Rancho. The current time is 01:48:22.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 25 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 12 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.31 liters (0.61 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Albuquerque and Rio Rancho.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Albuquerque to Rio Rancho is $2.12 (diesel $2.78).
New Mexico gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.47 | $3.84 | $4.12 | $4.57 |
| Total | $2.12 | $2.34 | $2.51 | $2.78 |
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 April 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Albuquerque and Rio Rancho (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
