How far is Dulce, NM from Enchanted Hills, NM?
The driving distance from Dulce, NM to Enchanted Hills, NM is about 148.9 miles (239.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 112.7 miles (181.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 57m 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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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Town in New Mexico, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dulce and Enchanted Hills.
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Start on Hillside Drive
42 m · 4 sec · Hillside Drive
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Continue straight
10.9 mi · 17 min
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Turn left
55.5 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Turn left
81.2 mi · 1 hr 32 min
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Turn right onto Santa Fe Hills Boulevard Northeast
2711 ft · 1 min · Santa Fe Hills Boulevard Northeast
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Turn left onto Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast
2330 ft · 54 sec · Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast
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Turn right onto Bismark Hills Way
77 m · 13 sec · Bismark Hills Way
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Turn right onto Albany Hills Drive Northeast
75 m · 11 sec · Albany Hills Drive Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Albany Hills Drive Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dulce and Enchanted Hills.
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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81.2 mi · 01h 32m
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 Dulce and Sunny near Enchanted Hills.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dulce to Enchanted Hills?
The road trip is about 148.9 miles (239.7 km) and usually takes 02h 28m 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?
Cuba is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.4 miles from Dulce and 74.6 miles from Enchanted Hills.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 112.7 miles (181.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:32 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.88 one way or $39.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dulce and Sunny near Enchanted Hills.
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 Dulce and Enchanted Hills. Straight-line distance: 112.64 mi (181.27 km).
#1 Dulce
Census-designated place (CDP) in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 2,743 |
| Coordinates | 36.9336200, -106.9989300 |
| Altitude | 2066 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Enchanted Hills
This community in Sandoval County, New Mexico, is situated at an elevation of 4,921 feet.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.3367600, -106.5929600 |
| Altitude | 1500 |
| Country | United States |
End: Albany Hills Drive Northeast (-106.593253, 35.336529)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 240 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 51m |
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 | $19.88 | $39.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $22.36 | $44.72 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $24.28 | $48.56 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $28.43 | $56.86 |
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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