How far is Farmington, NM from Las Cruces, NM?
The driving distance from Farmington, NM to Las Cruces, NM is about 405.6 miles (652.8 km), with a travel time of about 05h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 315.9 miles (508.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 05h 58m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Valencia County, New Mexico, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Farmington and Las Cruces.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Farmington and Las Cruces.
-
1
Start on West Broadway Street
131 m · 12 sec · West Broadway Street
-
2
Continue on West Broadway Street
1.3 km · 2 min · West Broadway Street
-
3
Continue on East Broadway Avenue
1.6 mi · 2 min · East Broadway Avenue
-
4
Turn left onto Bloomfield Highway
11.3 mi · 16 min · Bloomfield Highway
-
5
Take the exit straight
147 m · 13 sec
-
6
Merge slight left onto South Bloomfield Boulevard
150.5 mi · 2 hr 49 min · South Bloomfield Boulevard
-
7
Continue straight
574 ft · 13 sec
-
8
Continue straight
1.5 km · 2 min
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 25 South
1907 ft · 47 sec
-
10
Merge slight left
235.5 mi · 3 hr 59 min
-
11
Take the exit slight right
1786 ft · 47 sec
-
12
Turn right onto North Main Street
2.5 mi · 6 min · North Main Street
-
13
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward North Church Street
57 m · 5 sec · North Church Street
-
14
Exit the roundabout onto North Church Street
615 ft · 19 sec · North Church Street
-
15
Turn right
20 m · 10 sec
-
16
Turn left
87 m · 21 sec
-
17
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Farmington and Las Cruces.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 25 South
Merge slight left
236 mi · 03h 59m
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 Farmington and Sunny near Las Cruces.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Farmington to Las Cruces?
The road trip is about 405.6 miles (652.8 km) and usually takes 05h 58m 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?
Los Lunas is a useful midpoint, sitting about 202.3 miles from Farmington and 203.3 miles from Las Cruces.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 315.9 miles (508.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 89.7 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 5:02 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $54.19 one way or $108.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 127.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Farmington and Sunny near Las Cruces.
Stop Ideas Near Los Lunas
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 Los Lunas.
Alvarado Transportation Center
Lamy station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Farmington and Las Cruces. Straight-line distance: 315.91 mi (508.41 km).
#1 Farmington
Town in Hartford County, Connecticut, United States
| Population | 44,156 |
| Coordinates | 36.7280600, -108.2186900 |
| Altitude | 1615 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Las Cruces
The second most populous city in New Mexico.
| Population | 105,096 |
| Coordinates | 32.3123200, -106.7783400 |
| Altitude | 1191 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-106.778417, 32.312306)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 653 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $54.19 | $108.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $60.95 | $121.89 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $66.18 | $132.37 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $77.49 | $154.98 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in New Mexico · May 31, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.