How far is Aztec, NM from Las Vegas, NM?
The driving distance from Aztec, NM to Las Vegas, NM is about 264.3 miles (425.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 176.2 miles (283.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 57m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 58m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Sandoval County, New Mexico, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Aztec and Las Vegas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aztec and Las Vegas.
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Start on the route
49 m · 14 sec
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Turn right onto East Chaco Street
566 ft · 21 sec · East Chaco Street
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Turn left onto South Main Avenue
8 mi · 13 min · South Main Avenue
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Turn right onto West Broadway Boulevard
1737 ft · 51 sec · West Broadway Boulevard
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Turn left onto South Bloomfield Boulevard
150.5 mi · 2 hr 49 min · South Bloomfield Boulevard
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Continue straight
574 ft · 13 sec
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Continue straight
1.6 km · 2 min
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Take the exit slight left
1938 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
103 mi · 1 hr 43 min
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Take the exit slight right
2149 ft · 52 sec
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Keep slight left
37 m · 3 sec
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Turn left onto East University
1842 ft · 40 sec · East University
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Turn right onto Grand Avenue
557 ft · 16 sec · Grand Avenue
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Turn left onto National Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · National Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bridge Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Aztec and Las Vegas.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Bloomfield Boulevard
Turn left onto South Bloomfield Boulevard
151 mi · 02h 49m
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 Aztec and Mostly Sunny near Las Vegas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Aztec to Las Vegas?
The road trip is about 264.3 miles (425.4 km) and usually takes 03h 58m 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?
Jemez Pueblo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 132.5 miles from Aztec and 131.9 miles from Las Vegas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 176.2 miles (283.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 88.1 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 9:02 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.33 one way or $70.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 82.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Aztec and Mostly Sunny near Las Vegas.
Stop Ideas Near Jemez Pueblo
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Jemez Pueblo.
Alvarado Transportation Center
Santa Fe (Lamy Shuttle), New Mexico
Lamy station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Aztec and Las Vegas. Straight-line distance: 176.15 mi (283.48 km).
#1 Aztec
City in New Mexico, USA
| Population | 6,332 |
| Coordinates | 36.8222300, -107.9928500 |
| Altitude | 1721 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Las Vegas
Town in New Mexico, USA
| Population | 12,826 |
| Coordinates | 35.5939300, -105.2239000 |
| Altitude | 1958 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bridge Street (-105.223835, 35.593813)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 425 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 17m |
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 | $35.33 | $70.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $39.74 | $79.47 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $43.15 | $86.30 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $50.52 | $101.04 |
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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