How far is Las Cruces, NM from Rio Rancho, NM?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Las Cruces and Rio Rancho is 201.93 miles (324.98 km).
Flight distance from Las Cruces, NM to Rio Rancho, NM is 201.93 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 28 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 26 minutes to travel from Las Cruces to Rio Rancho with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Las Cruces, New Mexico to Rio Rancho, New Mexico is: 238.55 miles (383.92 km) by car.
Driving from Las Cruces to Rio Rancho will take approximately 03 hours 28 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 Rio Rancho
The second most populous city in Sandoval County, New Mexico. It is located on the west bank of the Rio Grande in central New Mexico. Rio Rancho is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Rio Rancho Public Library and the Rio Rancho Museum.
| Population | 99885 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°14'0"N 106°39'52"W |
| Latitude | 35.2333800 |
| Longitude | -106.6644700 |
| Altitude | 1610 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Rio Rancho: 35th Circle Southeast (-106.66465,35.233524)
Estimated Travel Time Between Las Cruces and Rio Rancho
The distance between Las Cruces and Rio Rancho is 384 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 15 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 Rio Rancho. The current time is 06:10:26.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07 hours 56 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 57 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 46 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 58 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 24 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 10 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 58 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 31.87 liters (8.42 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Las Cruces and Rio Rancho.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Las Cruces to Rio Rancho is $29.22 (diesel $38.44).
New Mexico gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.47 | $3.84 | $4.12 | $4.57 |
| Total | $29.22 | $32.29 | $34.68 | $38.44 |
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 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Las Cruces and Rio Rancho (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
