How far is Los Chavez, NM from Alamogordo, NM?
The driving distance from Los Chavez, NM to Alamogordo, NM is about 181.4 miles (292 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 134.2 miles (216 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 52m 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 02h 56m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Los Chavez and Alamogordo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Los Chavez and Alamogordo.
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Start on Square Deal Road
547 ft · 27 sec · Square Deal Road
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Turn right onto NM 314
2.6 mi · 5 min · NM 314
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Continue on North Main Street
3.9 mi · 7 min · North Main Street
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Keep slight left
50.6 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward San Antonio
3008 ft · 57 sec
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Continue straight
1711 ft · 29 sec
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Continue on 2nd Street
64.6 mi · 1 hr 18 min · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto E Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · E Avenue
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Turn straight onto Central Avenue
549 ft · 19 sec · Central Avenue
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Continue on Central Avenue
43.8 mi · 52 min · Central Avenue
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Take the ramp straight toward Saint Francis Drive
9.8 mi · 13 min · Saint Francis Drive
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Turn straight onto North White Sands Boulevard
3.1 mi · 5 min · North White Sands Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North White Sands Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Los Chavez and Alamogordo.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
2nd Street
Continue on 2nd Street
64.6 mi · 01h 18m
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.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Los Chavez and Chance Rain Showers near Alamogordo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Los Chavez to Alamogordo?
The road trip is about 181.4 miles (292 km) and usually takes 02h 56m 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?
Carrizozo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 90.1 miles from Los Chavez and 91.3 miles from Alamogordo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 134.2 miles (216 km), while the road route adds roughly 47.2 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 12:38 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.24 one way or $48.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Los Chavez and Chance Rain Showers near Alamogordo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Los Chavez and Alamogordo. Straight-line distance: 134.22 mi (216 km).
#1 Los Chavez
City in Valencia County, New Mexico, United States of America
| Population | 5,446 |
| Coordinates | 34.7257100, -106.7572600 |
| Altitude | 1470 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alamogordo
City in Otero County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 32,126 |
| Coordinates | 32.8995300, -105.9602700 |
| Altitude | 1323 |
| Country | United States |
End: North White Sands Boulevard (-105.960303, 32.89953)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 292 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 15m |
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 | $24.24 | $48.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $27.26 | $54.52 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $29.60 | $59.20 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $34.66 | $69.31 |
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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