How far is Bloomfield, NM from Las Vegas, NM?
The driving distance from Bloomfield, NM to Las Vegas, NM is about 255.9 miles (411.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 172.2 miles (277.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 45m 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 52m.
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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
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomfield and Las Vegas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomfield and Las Vegas.
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Start on the route
97 m · 13 sec
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Continue on West Broadway Boulevard
127 m · 23 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 Bloomfield 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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bloomfield and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Las Vegas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomfield to Las Vegas?
The road trip is about 255.9 miles (411.9 km) and usually takes 03h 52m 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 128.3 miles from Bloomfield and 127.6 miles from Las Vegas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 172.2 miles (277.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 83.7 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 9:14 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.20 one way or $68.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 80.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Bloomfield and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 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.
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Santa Fe (Lamy Shuttle), New Mexico
Lamy station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bloomfield and Las Vegas. Straight-line distance: 172.26 mi (277.23 km).
#1 Bloomfield
City in San Juan County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 7,643 |
| Coordinates | 36.7111200, -107.9845100 |
| Altitude | 1663 |
| 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: 412 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 11m |
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 | $34.20 | $68.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $38.46 | $76.92 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $41.76 | $83.53 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $48.90 | $97.79 |
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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