How far is Rio Communities, NM from Artesia, NM?
The driving distance from Rio Communities, NM to Artesia, NM is about 241.5 miles (388.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 183.1 miles (294.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 06m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rio Communities and Artesia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rio Communities and Artesia.
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Start on Rio Communities Boulevard
11 m · 6 sec · Rio Communities Boulevard
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Continue on Rio Communities Boulevard
1357 ft · 31 sec · Rio Communities Boulevard
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Turn left onto East River Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · East River Road
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Continue on East Reinken Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Reinken Avenue
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1.9 mi · 4 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
107.3 mi · 2 hr 19 min · 2nd Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
43.5 mi · 53 min
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Turn right onto Relief Route
8 mi · 11 min · Relief Route
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Turn right onto Southeast Main Street
26.4 mi · 30 min · Southeast Main Street
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Continue on Roswell Highway
7.1 mi · 8 min · Roswell Highway
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Continue on North 1st Street
2 mi · 2 min · North 1st Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1735 ft · 33 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rio Communities and Artesia.
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
107 mi · 02h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Rio Communities and Partly Cloudy near Artesia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rio Communities to Artesia?
The road trip is about 241.5 miles (388.6 km) and usually takes 04h 06m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Carrizozo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 125.4 miles from Rio Communities and 116.1 miles from Artesia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 183.1 miles (294.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 58.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:46 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.27 one way or $64.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 75.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Rio Communities and Partly Cloudy near Artesia.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rio Communities and Artesia. Straight-line distance: 183.08 mi (294.64 km).
#1 Rio Communities
This community is situated in the high desert of New Mexico, near the Rio Grande.
| Population | 4,723 |
| Coordinates | 34.64959, -106.73403 |
| Altitude | - |
| Country | United States |
#2 Artesia
City in New Mexico, USA
| Population | 12,214 |
| Coordinates | 32.8423300, -104.4033000 |
| Altitude | 1030 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Main Street (-104.4033, 32.842244)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 389 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 00m |
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 | $32.27 | $64.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $36.29 | $72.57 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $39.41 | $78.81 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $46.14 | $92.27 |
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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