How far is Gallup, NM from Lee Acres, NM?
The driving distance from Gallup, NM to Lee Acres, NM is about 131 miles (210.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 90 miles (144.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 26m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 43m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Census-designated place in San Juan County, New Mexico, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gallup and Lee Acres.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gallup and Lee Acres.
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Start on East Historic Highway 66
21 m · 6 sec · East Historic Highway 66
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Turn right onto South 2nd Street
1186 ft · 27 sec · South 2nd Street
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Turn left onto West Maloney Avenue
1.5 km · 1 min · West Maloney Avenue
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Turn right
7 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right
85.3 mi · 1 hr 39 min
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Continue straight
29.2 mi · 40 min
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Turn left onto Bloomfield Highway
8.3 mi · 12 min · Bloomfield Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gallup and Lee Acres.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Maloney Avenue
Take the exit slight right
85.3 mi · 01h 39m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Gallup and Mostly Sunny near Lee Acres.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gallup to Lee Acres?
The road trip is about 131 miles (210.9 km) and usually takes 02h 43m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Shiprock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.6 miles from Gallup and 65.5 miles from Lee Acres.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 90 miles (144.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 41 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:04 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.36 one way or $40.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Gallup and Mostly Sunny near Lee Acres.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gallup and Lee Acres. Straight-line distance: 89.98 mi (144.81 km).
#1 Gallup
City in McKinley County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 21,253 |
| Coordinates | 35.5280800, -108.7425800 |
| Altitude | 1985 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lee Acres
Located in northwestern New Mexico's San Juan County at an elevation of 5,469 feet, this census-designated place is situated within the semi-arid San Juan Basin.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.6988900, -108.0367400 |
| Altitude | 1667 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lee Acres (-108.03674, 36.69889)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 211 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 38m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.41 | $20.36 | $40.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.83 | $22.33 | $44.67 |
| Premium | $5.16 | $23.84 | $47.69 |
| Diesel | $6.05 | $27.93 | $55.87 |
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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