How far is Rio Rancho, NM from Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM?
The driving distance from Rio Rancho, NM to Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM is about 64.2 miles (103.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45.8 miles (73.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 31m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 15m.
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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 Rio Rancho and Eldorado at Santa Fe.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rio Rancho and Eldorado at Santa Fe.
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Start on 35th Circle Southeast
44 m · 8 sec · 35th Circle Southeast
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Turn right onto Sara Road Southeast
2089 ft · 1 min · Sara Road Southeast
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Turn left onto Pat D'Arco Highway
8.5 mi · 13 min · Pat D'Arco Highway
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Continue on Rio Rancho Boulevard Northeast
107 m · 6 sec · Rio Rancho Boulevard Northeast
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Take the ramp slight right
1353 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
574 ft · 13 sec
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Continue straight
1.6 km · 2 min
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Take the exit slight left
1938 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
47.7 mi · 48 min
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Take the exit slight right
1028 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto Avenue Eldorado
980 ft · 27 sec · Avenue Eldorado
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Continue on Avenida Eldorado
2.4 mi · 4 min · Avenida Eldorado
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Turn right onto Avenida de los Compadres
1425 ft · 39 sec · Avenida de los Compadres
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Avenida de los Compadres
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rio Rancho and Eldorado at Santa Fe.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Rio Rancho Boulevard Northeast
Merge slight left
47.7 mi · 00h 48m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Rio Rancho and Chance Rain Showers near Eldorado at Santa Fe.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rio Rancho to Eldorado at Santa Fe?
The road trip is about 64.2 miles (103.4 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
Santo Domingo Pueblo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.1 miles from Rio Rancho and 32.1 miles from Eldorado at Santa Fe.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45.8 miles (73.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:58 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.60 one way or $17.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Rio Rancho and Chance Rain Showers near Eldorado at Santa Fe.
Stop Ideas Near Santo Domingo Pueblo
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 Santo Domingo Pueblo.
Lamy station
Santa Fe (Lamy Shuttle), New Mexico
Alvarado Transportation Center
Las Vegas station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rio Rancho and Eldorado at Santa Fe. Straight-line distance: 45.83 mi (73.75 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Eldorado at Santa Fe
City in Santa Fe County, New Mexico, United States of America
| Population | 6,130 |
| Coordinates | 35.5264200, -105.9347400 |
| Altitude | 2035 |
| Country | United States |
End: Eldorado at Santa Fe (-105.93474, 35.52642)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 103 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
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 | $8.60 | $17.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.67 | $19.34 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.50 | $21.00 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $12.29 | $24.58 |
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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