How far is Raton, NM from Rio Rancho, NM?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Raton and Rio Rancho is 169.58 miles (272.91 km).
Flight distance from Raton, NM to Rio Rancho, NM is 169.58 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 26 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 24 minutes to travel from Raton to Rio Rancho with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Raton, New Mexico to Rio Rancho, New Mexico is: 223.17 miles (359.16 km) by car.
Driving from Raton to Rio Rancho will take approximately 03 hours 14 minutes.
#1 Raton
City in New Mexico
| Population | 5923 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 36°54'12"N 104°26'21"W |
| Latitude | 36.9033600 |
| Longitude | -104.4391500 |
| Altitude | 2036 |
| 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 Raton and Rio Rancho
The distance between Raton and Rio Rancho is 359 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 59 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 Raton and Rio Rancho. The current time is 16:33:56.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07 hours 26 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 34 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 27 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 43 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 11 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 58 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 47 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 29.81 liters (7.87 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Raton and Rio Rancho.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Raton to Rio Rancho is $27.33 (diesel $35.96).
New Mexico gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.47 | $3.84 | $4.12 | $4.57 |
| Total | $27.33 | $30.21 | $32.44 | $35.96 |
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 May 08, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Raton 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.
