How far is Eagle Nest, NM from Cimarron, NM?
The driving distance from Eagle Nest, NM to Cimarron, NM is about 23.9 miles (38.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.6 miles (31.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eagle Nest and Cimarron.
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Start on Humbug Drive
80 m · 18 sec · Humbug Drive
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Turn left onto East Therma Street
23.8 mi · 40 min · East Therma Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · US Highway 64
Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Therma Street
Turn left onto East Therma Street
23.8 mi · 00h 40m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Eagle Nest and Sunny near Cimarron.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Eagle Nest to Cimarron?
The road trip is about 23.9 miles (38.4 km) and usually takes 00h 40m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Angel Fire is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.9 miles from Eagle Nest and 11.9 miles from Cimarron.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.6 miles (31.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:08 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.18 one way or $6.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Eagle Nest and Sunny near Cimarron.
Stop Ideas Near Angel Fire
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 Angel Fire.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eagle Nest and Cimarron. Straight-line distance: 19.54 mi (31.45 km).
#1 Eagle Nest
Human settlement in Colfax County, New Mexico, United States of America
| Population | 251 |
| Coordinates | 36.5547500, -105.2636200 |
| Altitude | 2511 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cimarron
Human settlement in Colfax County, New Mexico, United States of America
| Population | 884 |
| Coordinates | 36.5108700, -104.9158300 |
| Altitude | 1960 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cimarron (-104.91583, 36.51087)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 38 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $3.18 | $6.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $3.58 | $7.16 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $3.89 | $7.77 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $4.55 | $9.10 |
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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