How far is Las Cruces, NM from Albuquerque, NM?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Las Cruces and Albuquerque is 191.68 miles (308.48 km).
Flight distance from Las Cruces, NM to Albuquerque, NM is 191.68 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 26 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 24 minutes to travel from Las Cruces to Albuquerque with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Las Cruces, New Mexico to Albuquerque, New Mexico is: 223.02 miles (358.91 km) by car.
Driving from Las Cruces to Albuquerque will take approximately 03 hours 13 minutes.
#1 Las Cruces
The second most populous city in New Mexico. It is located in the Mesilla Valley on the Rio Grande in southern New Mexico. Las Cruces is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum and the Las Cruces Museum of Art.
| Population | 105096 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 32°18'44"N 106°46'42"W |
| Latitude | 32.3123200 |
| Longitude | -106.7783400 |
| Altitude | 1191 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Albuquerque
The third most populous city in New Mexico and the center of the Albuquerque metropolitan area. It is located in the central part of the state. Albuquerque is known for its hot climate, its Hispanic culture, and its many attractions, such as the Sandia Peak Tramway and the National Museum of Nuclear Science and History.
| Population | 562540 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°5'4"N 106°39'4"W |
| Latitude | 35.0844900 |
| Longitude | -106.6511400 |
| Altitude | 1511 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Albuquerque: Central Avenue Northwest (-106.651139,35.084494)
Estimated Travel Time Between Las Cruces and Albuquerque
The distance between Las Cruces and Albuquerque is 359 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 59 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Las Cruces and Albuquerque. The current time is 13:59:25.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07 hours 25 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 34 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 27 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 43 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 11 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 58 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 46 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 29.79 liters (7.87 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Las Cruces and Albuquerque.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Las Cruces to Albuquerque is $27.32 (diesel $35.93).
New Mexico gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.47 | $3.84 | $4.12 | $4.57 |
| Total | $27.32 | $30.19 | $32.42 | $35.93 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in New Mexico ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.471 (Diesel $4.566) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 16, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Las Cruces and Albuquerque (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
