How far is Artesia, NM from Las Cruces, NM?
Fastest route
The fastest route from Artesia, New Mexico 88210, USA to Las Cruces, New Mexico, USA is approximately 3 hours and 7 minutes, covering a distance of 177 miles via US-82 W and US-70 W. However, please note that this route has restricted usage or private roads.
Directions
To reach Las Cruces from Artesia, follow these directions:
- Head west on US-82 W/W Main St toward N 6th St.
- Continue to follow US-82 W and pass by Wells Fargo Bank on the right.
- Continue onto Charlie Lee Memorial Relief Route.
- Use the right lane to take the US-70 W ramp to Las Cruces.
- Continue onto US-70 W/S White Sands Blvd and pass by Subway on the right after 63.8 miles.
- Continue on N Solano Dr and drive to Lynx Trail.
- Turn left onto N Solano Dr, then left onto Encantada Ave (partial restricted usage road).
- Turn right onto Antelope Trail, which will later become Lynx Trail.
- You will arrive in Las Cruces, New Mexico, USA.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to check the traffic conditions before starting your journey.
- 🗺️ Carry a map or use GPS navigation to stay on the designated route.
- ⛽ It's advisable to have enough fuel in your vehicle for the journey.
- 🚦 Observe traffic rules and regulations while driving.
- 📞 Keep your phone charged and have emergency contact numbers handy.
- 📅 Consider planning your trip during non-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic.
- 🚧 Pay attention to any road signs indicating restricted usage or private roads.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Artesia and Las Cruces is 143.04 miles (230.21 km).
Flight distance from Artesia, NM to Las Cruces, NM is 143.04 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 21 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 19 minutes to travel from Artesia to Las Cruces with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Artesia, New Mexico to Las Cruces, New Mexico is: 177.21 miles (285.2 km) by car.
Driving from Artesia to Las Cruces will take approximately 03 hours 16 minutes.
#1 Artesia
City in New Mexico, USA
| Population | 12214 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 32°50'32"N 104°24'12"W |
| Latitude | 32.8423300 |
| Longitude | -104.4033000 |
| Altitude | 1030 |
| Country | United States |
#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 |
Ending point in Las Cruces: (-106.778417,32.312306)
Estimated Travel Time Between Artesia and Las Cruces
The distance between Artesia and Las Cruces is 285 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 10 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 Artesia and Las Cruces. The current time is 01:20:07.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 54 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 25 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 32 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 57 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 31 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 21 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 12 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 23.67 liters (6.25 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Artesia and Las Cruces.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Artesia to Las Cruces is $21.71 (diesel $28.55).
New Mexico gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.47 | $3.84 | $4.12 | $4.57 |
| Total | $21.71 | $23.99 | $25.76 | $28.55 |
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 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Artesia 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.
