How far is Chimayo, NM from Farmington, NM?
The driving distance from Chimayo, NM to Farmington, NM is about 183.2 miles (294.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136 miles (218.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 58m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in New Mexico, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chimayo and Farmington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chimayo and Farmington.
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Start on Route 76
1.8 mi · 4 min · Route 76
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Continue on Santa Cruz Road
5.3 mi · 11 min · Santa Cruz Road
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Turn right onto Riverside Drive
1.2 km · 2 min · Riverside Drive
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Turn left onto Fairview Lane
1.2 mi · 2 min · Fairview Lane
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Continue on Fairview Drive
593 ft · 13 sec · Fairview Drive
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Turn right onto North Paseo de Oñate
27.8 mi · 40 min · North Paseo de Oñate
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Turn left
48.9 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Turn right
83.7 mi · 1 hr 31 min
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Turn left onto West Broadway Boulevard
11.3 mi · 16 min · West Broadway Boulevard
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Turn slight right onto East Broadway Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · East Broadway Avenue
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Continue on West Broadway Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West Broadway Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Broadway Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chimayo and Farmington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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83.7 mi · 01h 31m
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 Chimayo and Sunny near Farmington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chimayo to Farmington?
The road trip is about 183.2 miles (294.9 km) and usually takes 03h 59m 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?
Cuba is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.6 miles from Chimayo and 91.7 miles from Farmington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136 miles (218.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 47.2 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 $24.50 one way or $49.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Chimayo and Sunny near Farmington.
Stop Ideas Near Cuba
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 Cuba.
Santa Fe (Lamy Shuttle), New Mexico
Alvarado Transportation Center
Lamy station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chimayo and Farmington. Straight-line distance: 135.93 mi (218.76 km).
#1 Chimayo
City in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, United States of America
| Population | 3,177 |
| Coordinates | 36.0039100, -105.9469700 |
| Altitude | 1851 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Farmington
Town in Hartford County, Connecticut, United States
| Population | 44,156 |
| Coordinates | 36.7280600, -108.2186900 |
| Altitude | 1615 |
| Country | United States |
End: Farmington (-108.21869, 36.72806)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 295 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 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 | $24.50 | $49.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $27.56 | $55.11 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $29.92 | $59.85 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $35.04 | $70.07 |
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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