How far is El Cerro, NM from Alamogordo, NM?
The driving distance from El Cerro, NM to Alamogordo, NM is about 185 miles (297.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 133.4 miles (214.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 03m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 01m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between El Cerro and Alamogordo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between El Cerro and Alamogordo.
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Start on Patricio Road
61 m · 12 sec · Patricio Road
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Turn right onto La Entrada Road
3.1 mi · 8 min · La Entrada Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Highway 47
1.2 mi · 2 min · Highway 47
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Continue on NM 47
1.6 mi · 2 min · NM 47
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Turn right onto East River Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · East River Road
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Continue on East Reinken Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Reinken Avenue
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1.9 mi · 4 min · North Main Street
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Keep slight left
50.6 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward San Antonio
3008 ft · 57 sec
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Continue straight
1711 ft · 29 sec
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Continue on 2nd Street
64.6 mi · 1 hr 18 min · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto E Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · E Avenue
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Turn straight onto Central Avenue
549 ft · 19 sec · Central Avenue
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Continue on Central Avenue
43.8 mi · 52 min · Central Avenue
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Take the ramp straight toward Saint Francis Drive
9.8 mi · 13 min · Saint Francis Drive
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Turn straight onto North White Sands Boulevard
3.1 mi · 5 min · North White Sands Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North White Sands Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between El Cerro and Alamogordo.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
2nd Street
Continue on 2nd Street
64.6 mi · 01h 18m
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 El Cerro and Sunny near Alamogordo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from El Cerro to Alamogordo?
The road trip is about 185 miles (297.8 km) and usually takes 03h 01m 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?
Carrizozo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.9 miles from El Cerro and 93.1 miles from Alamogordo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 133.4 miles (214.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 51.6 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 10:56 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.78 one way or $57.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around El Cerro and Sunny near Alamogordo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between El Cerro and Alamogordo. Straight-line distance: 133.41 mi (214.71 km).
#1 El Cerro
Located in Valencia County at an elevation of approximately 4843 feet, this central New Mexico community is situated in the semi-arid Rio Grande rift valley.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.7270000, -106.7108600 |
| Altitude | 1476 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alamogordo
City in Otero County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 32,126 |
| Coordinates | 32.8995300, -105.9602700 |
| Altitude | 1323 |
| Country | United States |
End: North White Sands Boulevard (-105.960303, 32.89953)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 298 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 18m |
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 | $4.41 | $28.78 | $57.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.83 | $31.57 | $63.13 |
| Premium | $5.16 | $33.70 | $67.40 |
| Diesel | $6.05 | $39.48 | $78.96 |
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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