How far is Columbus, NM from Sunland Park, NM?
The driving distance from Columbus, NM to Sunland Park, NM is about 70.4 miles (113.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.3 miles (100.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbus and Sunland Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus and Sunland Park.
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Start on the route
95 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
21.3 mi · 37 min
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Continue on A003 County Road
37.9 mi · 1 hr 6 min · A003 County Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Peter V. Domenici International Highway
5.3 mi · 6 min · Peter V. Domenici International Highway
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Turn right onto McNutt Road
7 mi · 12 min · McNutt Road
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Turn right onto Loma Vista Drive
26 m · 4 sec · Loma Vista Drive
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Keep slight left to continue on Loma Vista Drive
1262 ft · 58 sec · Loma Vista Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Valle Vista Drive
113 m · 16 sec · Valle Vista Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Valle Vista Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Columbus and Sunland Park.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
A003 County Road
Continue on A003 County Road
37.9 mi · 01h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Columbus and Sunny near Sunland Park.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbus to Sunland Park?
The road trip is about 70.4 miles (113.3 km) and usually takes 01h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Anthony is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.9 miles from Columbus and 34.5 miles from Sunland Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.3 miles (100.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:46 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.39 one way or $18.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Columbus and Sunny near Sunland Park.
Stop Ideas Near Anthony
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 Anthony.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbus and Sunland Park. Straight-line distance: 62.27 mi (100.22 km).
#1 Columbus
Village in Luna County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 1,622 |
| Coordinates | 31.8276000, -107.6400200 |
| Altitude | 1240 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sunland Park
City in Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 18,449 |
| Coordinates | 31.7965000, -106.5799900 |
| Altitude | 1160 |
| Country | United States |
End: Valle Vista Drive (-106.57999, 31.796345)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 113 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
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 | $9.39 | $18.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $10.56 | $21.12 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $11.47 | $22.94 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $13.43 | $26.86 |
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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