How far is Kirtland, NM from Cudei, NM?
The driving distance from Kirtland, NM to Cudei, NM is about 31.2 miles (50.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.6 miles (39.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 37m 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.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 48m.
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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kirtland and Cudei.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kirtland and Cudei.
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Start on Road 6400
3275 ft · 1 min · Road 6400
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Turn left
20 mi · 27 min
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Turn right
4 mi · 5 min
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Turn right onto Navajo Route 57
5.5 mi · 13 min · Navajo Route 57
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Continue on Indian Service Route 57
1146 ft · 31 sec · Indian Service Route 57
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Continue on Navajo Route 57
2498 ft · 1 min · Navajo Route 57
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Turn right
787 ft · 35 sec
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Continue straight
1026 ft · 45 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kirtland and Cudei.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
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20 mi · 00h 27m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Kirtland and Mostly Sunny near Cudei.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kirtland to Cudei?
The road trip is about 31.2 miles (50.2 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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 15.6 miles from Kirtland and 15.6 miles from Cudei.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.6 miles (39.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:52 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.17 one way or $8.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Kirtland and Mostly Sunny near Cudei.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kirtland and Cudei. Straight-line distance: 24.6 mi (39.59 km).
#1 Kirtland
City in Ohio
| Population | 598 |
| Coordinates | 36.7341700, -108.3598000 |
| Altitude | 1581 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cudei
Cudei is a place in New Mexico, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.8583300, -108.7764800 |
| Altitude | 1465 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cudei (-108.77648, 36.85833)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 50 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
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 | $4.17 | $8.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $4.68 | $9.37 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.09 | $10.18 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $5.96 | $11.91 |
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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