How far is Dulce, NM from Gallup, NM?
The driving distance from Dulce, NM to Gallup, NM is about 197.8 miles (318.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 137.4 miles (221.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 18m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in San Juan County, New Mexico, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dulce and Gallup.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dulce and Gallup.
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Start on Hillside Drive
40 m · 4 sec · Hillside Drive
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Continue straight
82.3 mi · 2 hr
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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
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Broadway Street
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Continue on West Main Street
27.3 mi · 37 min · West Main Street
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Continue straight
84.3 mi · 1 hr 46 min
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Keep slight left
7.4 mi · 11 min
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Turn left onto West Maloney Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · West Maloney Avenue
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Turn right onto South 3rd Street
1186 ft · 27 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn left onto West Historic Highway 66
564 ft · 21 sec · West Historic Highway 66
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Historic Highway 66
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dulce and Gallup.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Main Street
Continue straight
84.3 mi · 01h 46m
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 Dulce and Sunny near Gallup.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dulce to Gallup?
The road trip is about 197.8 miles (318.4 km) and usually takes 03h 39m 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?
Shiprock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 102.6 miles from Dulce and 95.3 miles from Gallup.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 137.4 miles (221.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 60.4 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 9:42 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.43 one way or $52.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dulce and Sunny near Gallup.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dulce and Gallup. Straight-line distance: 137.38 mi (221.09 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 Gallup
City in McKinley County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 21,253 |
| Coordinates | 35.5280800, -108.7425800 |
| Altitude | 1985 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Historic Highway 66 (-108.742596, 35.528115)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 318 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $26.43 | $52.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $29.73 | $59.46 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $32.28 | $64.57 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $37.80 | $75.59 |
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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