How far is Milan, NM from Rio Rancho, NM?
The driving distance from Milan, NM to Rio Rancho, NM is about 85.3 miles (137.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69.4 miles (111.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 51m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 25m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Valencia County, New Mexico, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Milan and Rio Rancho.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milan and Rio Rancho.
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Start on Milan Street
55 m · 10 sec · Milan Street
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Turn right onto Historic Route 66
1.5 mi · 2 min · Historic Route 66
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Turn right onto San Rafael Road
2432 ft · 46 sec · San Rafael Road
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Take the ramp left
2198 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left
72.4 mi · 1 hr 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Coors Boulevard
578 ft · 14 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on NM 45
2455 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Coors Boulevard
977 ft · 36 sec
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Turn straight onto Coors Boulevard Northwest
5.3 mi · 9 min · Coors Boulevard Northwest
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Continue on Coors Boulevard Northwest
2.7 mi · 5 min · Coors Boulevard Northwest
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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 Milan and Rio Rancho.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
San Rafael Road
Merge slight left
72.4 mi · 01h 13m
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 Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Milan and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rio Rancho.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Milan to Rio Rancho?
The road trip is about 85.3 miles (137.2 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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?
Los Lunas is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.6 miles from Milan and 42.7 miles from Rio Rancho.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69.4 miles (111.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.9 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 3:38 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.40 one way or $22.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms around Milan and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rio Rancho.
Stop Ideas Near Los Lunas
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 Los Lunas.
Alvarado Transportation Center
Lamy station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Milan and Rio Rancho. Straight-line distance: 69.38 mi (111.66 km).
#1 Milan
Village in Cibola County, New Mexico
| Population | 3,640 |
| Coordinates | 35.1697600, -107.8908900 |
| Altitude | 1987 |
| 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: 137 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 03m |
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 | $11.40 | $22.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.82 | $25.64 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.92 | $27.84 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $16.30 | $32.60 |
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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