How far is Las Vegas, NM from Raton, NM?
The driving distance from Las Vegas, NM to Raton, NM is about 108.5 miles (174.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 100.5 miles (161.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 44m 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 01h 52m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Mora County, New Mexico, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Las Vegas and Raton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Las Vegas and Raton.
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Start on Bridge Street
28 m · 2 sec · Bridge Street
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Continue on National Avenue
1 km · 1 min · National Avenue
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Turn left onto Grand Avenue
1 km · 1 min · Grand Avenue
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Continue on North Grand Avenue
1.4 mi · 2 min · North Grand Avenue
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Turn left
104.5 mi · 1 hr 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 72: Raton, Folsom
896 ft · 29 sec
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Turn left onto East Cook Avenue
2060 ft · 41 sec · East Cook Avenue
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Continue on Guadalupe Street
927 ft · 19 sec · Guadalupe Street
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Continue on Sugarite Avenue
1902 ft · 42 sec · Sugarite Avenue
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Continue on Sugarite Avenue
574 ft · 12 sec · Sugarite Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North 2nd Street
147 m · 19 sec · North 2nd Street
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Turn slight left
69 m · 12 sec
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Turn left onto Clark Avenue
12 m · 2 sec · Clark Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Clark Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Las Vegas and Raton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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104 mi · 01h 45m
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 then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Las Vegas and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Raton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Las Vegas to Raton?
The road trip is about 108.5 miles (174.6 km) and usually takes 01h 52m 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?
Wagon Mound is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.3 miles from Las Vegas and 54.2 miles from Raton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 100.5 miles (161.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 8 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 2:46 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.50 one way or $29.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Las Vegas and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Raton.
Stop Ideas Near Wagon Mound
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 Wagon Mound.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Las Vegas and Raton. Straight-line distance: 100.48 mi (161.71 km).
#1 Las Vegas
Town in New Mexico, USA
| Population | 12,826 |
| Coordinates | 35.5939300, -105.2239000 |
| Altitude | 1958 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Raton
City in New Mexico
| Population | 5,923 |
| Coordinates | 36.9033600, -104.4391500 |
| Altitude | 2036 |
| Country | United States |
End: Raton (-104.43915, 36.90336)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 175 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
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 | $14.50 | $29.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $16.31 | $32.62 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $17.71 | $35.43 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $20.74 | $41.48 |
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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