How far is Farmington, NM from Shiprock, NM?
The driving distance from Farmington, NM to Shiprock, NM is about 27.8 miles (44.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.2 miles (42.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 18m 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 Farmington and Shiprock.
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Start on West Broadway Street
1731 ft · 31 sec · West Broadway Street
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Continue on West Main Street
27.1 mi · 37 min · West Main Street
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Turn right
1022 ft · 26 sec
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Turn left
154 m · 29 sec
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Turn left
148 m · 26 sec
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Turn left
39 m · 6 sec
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0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Farmington and Shiprock.
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 on West Main Street
27.1 mi · 00h 37m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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 Farmington and Sunny near Shiprock.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Farmington to Shiprock?
The road trip is about 27.8 miles (44.7 km) and usually takes 00h 39m 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?
Kirtland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.9 miles from Farmington and 13.9 miles from Shiprock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.2 miles (42.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:12 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.71 one way or $7.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Farmington and Sunny near Shiprock.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Farmington and Shiprock. Straight-line distance: 26.23 mi (42.21 km).
#1 Farmington
Town in Hartford County, Connecticut, United States
| Population | 44,156 |
| Coordinates | 36.7280600, -108.2186900 |
| Altitude | 1615 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Shiprock
Census-designated place in San Juan County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 8,295 |
| Coordinates | 36.7855500, -108.6870300 |
| Altitude | 1492 |
| Country | United States |
End: Shiprock (-108.68703, 36.78555)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 45 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $3.71 | $7.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $4.17 | $8.35 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $4.53 | $9.07 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $5.31 | $10.61 |
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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