How far is Columbus, NM from Rio Rancho, NM?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Columbus and Rio Rancho is 241.93 miles (389.34 km).
Flight distance from Columbus, NM to Rio Rancho, NM is 241.93 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 34 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 30 minutes to travel from Columbus to Rio Rancho with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Columbus, New Mexico to Rio Rancho, New Mexico is: 281.71 miles (453.38 km) by car.
Driving from Columbus to Rio Rancho will take approximately 04 hours 26 minutes.
#1 Columbus
Village in Luna County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 1622 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 31°49'39"N 107°38'24"W |
| Latitude | 31.8276000 |
| Longitude | -107.6400200 |
| Altitude | 1240 |
| 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 Columbus and Rio Rancho
The distance between Columbus and Rio Rancho is 453 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 05 hours 02 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 Columbus and Rio Rancho. The current time is 07:06:47.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09 hours 23 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07 hours 02 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05 hours 38 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 41 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04 hours 01 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 45 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 30 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 37.63 liters (9.94 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Columbus and Rio Rancho.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Columbus to Rio Rancho is $34.5 (diesel $45.39).
New Mexico gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.47 | $3.84 | $4.12 | $4.57 |
| Total | $34.5 | $38.13 | $40.96 | $45.39 |
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 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Columbus 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.
