How far is Laguna, NM from Rio Rancho, NM?
The driving distance from Laguna, NM to Rio Rancho, NM is about 51.9 miles (83.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.8 miles (68.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 56m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 58m.
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
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Laguna and Rio Rancho.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laguna and Rio Rancho.
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Start on Rio San Jose Road
651 ft · 18 sec · Rio San Jose Road
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Turn right
2354 ft · 41 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
57 m · 4 sec
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Exit the roundabout
151 m · 10 sec
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Keep slight left
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
40 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Coors Boulevard
578 ft · 14 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on NM 45
2455 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Coors Boulevard
977 ft · 36 sec
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Turn straight onto Coors Boulevard Northwest
5.3 mi · 9 min · Coors Boulevard Northwest
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Continue on Coors Boulevard Northwest
2.7 mi · 5 min · Coors Boulevard Northwest
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Continue on Pat D'Arco Highway
1.4 mi · 3 min · Pat D'Arco Highway
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Turn left onto Sara Road Southeast
2089 ft · 1 min · Sara Road Southeast
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Turn left onto 35th Circle Southeast
44 m · 6 sec · 35th Circle Southeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 35th Circle Southeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Laguna and Rio Rancho.
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.
Rio San Jose Road
Merge slight left
40 mi · 00h 41m
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 Laguna and Mostly Clear near Rio Rancho.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Laguna to Rio Rancho?
The road trip is about 51.9 miles (83.6 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
South Valley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26 miles from Laguna and 26 miles from Rio Rancho.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.8 miles (68.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.1 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 4:34 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.07 one way or $16.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Laguna and Mostly Clear near Rio Rancho.
Stop Ideas Near South Valley
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 South Valley.
Alvarado Transportation Center
Lamy station
Santa Fe (Lamy Shuttle), New Mexico
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Laguna and Rio Rancho. Straight-line distance: 42.81 mi (68.89 km).
#1 Laguna
Situated in Cibola County at an elevation of approximately 5,807 feet, this New Mexico community lies within the high desert region west of Albuquerque.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.0367100, -107.3828200 |
| Altitude | 1770 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rio Rancho
The second most populous city in Sandoval County, New Mexico.
| Population | 99,885 |
| Coordinates | 35.2333800, -106.6644700 |
| Altitude | 1610 |
| Country | United States |
End: 35th Circle Southeast (-106.66465, 35.233524)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 84 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $4.41 | $8.07 | $16.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.83 | $8.85 | $17.69 |
| Premium | $5.16 | $9.44 | $18.89 |
| Diesel | $6.05 | $11.06 | $22.13 |
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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