How far is Rio Rancho, NM from Jemez Pueblo, NM?
The driving distance from Rio Rancho, NM to Jemez Pueblo, NM is about 35.7 miles (57.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.5 miles (42.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 40m 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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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 Jemez Pueblo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rio Rancho and Jemez Pueblo.
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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
8.7 mi · 14 min · Pat D'Arco Highway
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Turn left
21.1 mi · 25 min
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Turn right
5.2 mi · 10 min
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Turn left onto Village Plaza Way
629 ft · 28 sec · Village Plaza Way
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Continue on Village Plaza Way
57 m · 10 sec · Village Plaza Way
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Turn left onto Walatowa Boulevard
65 m · 9 sec · Walatowa Boulevard
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Keep slight right to continue on Church Street
91 m · 13 sec · Church Street
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Continue on Church Street
37 m · 7 sec · Church Street
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Turn right onto Half Moon Street
51 m · 8 sec · Half Moon Street
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Turn slight right onto Eagle Wings
8 m · 1 sec · Eagle Wings
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Eagle Wings
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rio Rancho and Jemez Pueblo.
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.
Longest stretch
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21.1 mi · 00h 25m
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 Sunny leaving Rio Rancho and Mostly Sunny near Jemez Pueblo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rio Rancho to Jemez Pueblo?
The road trip is about 35.7 miles (57.4 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?
Bernalillo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.8 miles from Rio Rancho and 17.8 miles from Jemez Pueblo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.5 miles (42.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.2 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 4:50 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.77 one way or $9.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rio Rancho and Mostly Sunny near Jemez Pueblo.
Stop Ideas Near Bernalillo
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 Bernalillo.
Alvarado Transportation Center
Lamy station
Santa Fe (Lamy Shuttle), New Mexico
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rio Rancho and Jemez Pueblo. Straight-line distance: 26.56 mi (42.74 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 Jemez Pueblo
Census-designated place in Sandoval County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 1,788 |
| Coordinates | 35.6142200, -106.7283200 |
| Altitude | 1708 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jemez Pueblo (-106.72832, 35.61422)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $4.77 | $9.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.37 | $10.73 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.83 | $11.66 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $6.82 | $13.65 |
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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