How far is Enchanted Hills, NM from Radium Springs, NM?
The driving distance from Enchanted Hills, NM to Radium Springs, NM is about 229.3 miles (369.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 196.9 miles (316.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 04m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 02m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Enchanted Hills and Radium Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enchanted Hills and Radium Springs.
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Start on Albany Hills Drive Northeast
75 m · 16 sec · Albany Hills Drive Northeast
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Turn left onto Bismark Hills Way
77 m · 13 sec · Bismark Hills Way
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Turn right onto Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast
1 km · 1 min · Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast
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Turn left onto Safelite Road Northeast
1418 ft · 48 sec · Safelite Road Northeast
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Continue on Safelite Boulevard Northeast
1088 ft · 34 sec · Safelite Boulevard Northeast
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Turn right onto US 550
1.8 mi · 3 min · US 550
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Continue straight
574 ft · 13 sec
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Continue straight
1.5 km · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 25 South
1907 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
222.7 mi · 3 hr 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Radium Springs
1197 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right onto Fort Selden Road
1492 ft · 31 sec · Fort Selden Road
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Turn uturn onto Desert Edge Road
545 ft · 32 sec · Desert Edge Road
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Turn left onto Frodo Place
1.3 km · 3 min · Frodo Place
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At the end of the road, turn left onto De Beers
1 km · 3 min · De Beers
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Turn left onto County Road D006
1390 ft · 1 min · County Road D006
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Enchanted Hills and Radium Springs.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 25 South
Merge slight left
223 mi · 03h 45m
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 Enchanted Hills and Sunny near Radium Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Enchanted Hills to Radium Springs?
The road trip is about 229.3 miles (369.1 km) and usually takes 04h 02m 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?
Socorro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 114.8 miles from Enchanted Hills and 114.5 miles from Radium Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 196.9 miles (316.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.4 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 8:56 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.64 one way or $61.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 71.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Enchanted Hills and Sunny near Radium Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Socorro
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Truth or Consequences, New Mexico
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Enchanted Hills and Radium Springs. Straight-line distance: 196.86 mi (316.81 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Radium Springs
City in Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States of America
| Population | 1,699 |
| Coordinates | 32.5012000, -106.9280700 |
| Altitude | 1211 |
| Country | United States |
End: Radium Springs (-106.92807, 32.5012)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 369 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 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 | $30.64 | $61.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $34.46 | $68.91 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $37.42 | $74.83 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $43.81 | $87.61 |
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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