How far is Rio Rancho, NM from Santa Fe, NM?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Rio Rancho and Santa Fe is 51.52 miles (82.92 km).
Flight distance from Rio Rancho, NM to Santa Fe, NM is 51.52 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Rio Rancho, New Mexico to Santa Fe, New Mexico is: 56.13 miles (90.34 km) by car.
Driving from Rio Rancho to Santa Fe will take approximately 01 hours 01 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 Santa Fe
The capital of New Mexico. It is located in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in northern New Mexico. Santa Fe is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Palace of the Governors and the Santa Fe Opera.
| Population | 84996 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°41'13"N 105°56'16"W |
| Latitude | 35.6869800 |
| Longitude | -105.9378000 |
| Altitude | 2132 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Santa Fe: East San Francisco Street (-105.937832,35.686891)
Estimated Travel Time Between Rio Rancho and Santa Fe
The distance between Rio Rancho and Santa Fe is 90 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 00 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 Rio Rancho and Santa Fe. The current time is 10:59:55.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 52 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 24 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 07 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 56 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 48 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.5 liters (1.98 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Rio Rancho and Santa Fe.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Rio Rancho to Santa Fe is $6.88 (diesel $9.04).
New Mexico gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.47 | $3.84 | $4.12 | $4.57 |
| Total | $6.88 | $7.6 | $8.16 | $9.04 |
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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 April 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Rio Rancho and Santa Fe (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
