How far is Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM from Rio Rancho, NM?
Fastest route
The distance from Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, New Mexico to Rio Rancho, New Mexico is approximately 7.0 miles (11.3 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 18 minutes via Rio Grande Blvd NW and NM-528 N, with some usual traffic.
Directions
- 🚶♂️ Head south on N Guadalupe Trail NW toward Guadalupe - 0.2 mi
- ➡️ Turn right onto Green Valley Rd NW - 0.6 mi
- ➡️ Turn right onto Rio Grande Blvd NW - 2.6 mi
- ➡️ Turn left onto NM-528 N/Alameda Blvd NW - 3.1 mi
- ⤴️ Slight left - 0.2 mi
- ➡️ Turn left onto Sara Rd - 0.3 mi
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Use NM-528 N/Alameda Blvd NW to avoid traffic and save time.
- 🛣️ Take the Rio Grande Blvd NW route for a scenic drive.
- 🕑 Plan your travel to avoid rush hours for a smoother journey.
- 🚦 Keep an eye on the traffic updates before you start your trip.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- 🧭 Consider using a GPS or navigation app for real-time directions.
- 🍴 If you're hungry, explore dining options along the way for a quick bite.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 16m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Bernalillo 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 Los Ranchos de Albuquerque and Rio Rancho.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Los Ranchos de Albuquerque and Rio Rancho.
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Start on Guadalupe Trail Northwest
15 m · 4 sec · Guadalupe Trail Northwest
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Turn right onto Bledsoe Road Northwest
1812 ft · 1 min · Bledsoe Road Northwest
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Turn left onto 4th Street Northwest
2.3 mi · 5 min · 4th Street Northwest
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Turn left onto Alameda Boulevard Northwest
2.1 mi · 4 min · Alameda Boulevard Northwest
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Continue on New Mexico State Road 528 Northwest
2464 ft · 50 sec · New Mexico State Road 528 Northwest
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Continue on Alameda Boulevard Northwest
1729 ft · 33 sec · Alameda Boulevard Northwest
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Continue on New Mexico State Road 528
1752 ft · 30 sec · New Mexico State Road 528
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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 Los Ranchos de Albuquerque 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.
4th Street Northwest
Turn left onto 4th Street Northwest
2.29 mi · 00h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Los Ranchos de Albuquerque and Sunny near Rio Rancho.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Los Ranchos de Albuquerque to Rio Rancho?
The road trip is about 7.2 miles (11.6 km) and usually takes 00h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
North Valley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.8 miles from Los Ranchos de Albuquerque and 3.4 miles from Rio Rancho.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.1 miles (8.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:56 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.95 one way or $1.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Los Ranchos de Albuquerque and Sunny near Rio Rancho.
Stop Ideas Near North Valley
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Rio Rancho Parks & Recreation
Rio Rancho Water Utilities
Rio Rancho Finance Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to North Valley.
Alvarado Transportation Center
Lamy station
Santa Fe (Lamy Shuttle), New Mexico
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Los Ranchos de Albuquerque and Rio Rancho. Straight-line distance: 5.08 mi (8.18 km).
#1 Los Ranchos de Albuquerque
City in Bernalillo County, New Mexico, United States of America
| Population | 6,129 |
| Coordinates | 35.1619900, -106.6428000 |
| Altitude | 1520 |
| 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: 12 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
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 | $0.95 | $1.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $1.06 | $2.13 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $1.16 | $2.31 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $1.35 | $2.71 |
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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