How far is Ruidoso Downs, NM from Farmington, NM?
The driving distance from Ruidoso Downs, NM to Farmington, NM is about 367.5 miles (591.5 km), with a travel time of about 05h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 277.5 miles (446.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 53m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The third most populous city in New Mexico and the center of the Albuquerque metropolitan area.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ruidoso Downs and Farmington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ruidoso Downs and Farmington.
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Start on the route
23 m · 5 sec
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Turn right
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Turn straight onto Sudderth Drive
1.1 mi · 2 min · Sudderth Drive
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Turn slight right onto Paradise Canyon Drive
1.9 mi · 3 min · Paradise Canyon Drive
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Turn straight onto Country Club Drive
1.1 km · 1 min · Country Club Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Cree Meadows Drive
85 m · 9 sec · Cree Meadows Drive
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Turn right onto Mechem Drive
8.3 mi · 12 min · Mechem Drive
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Turn left
14.2 mi · 21 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
73.1 mi · 1 hr 28 min
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Keep slight right
1780 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
102.4 mi · 1 hr 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 550 North, NM 165 East: Placitas, Bernalillo, Rio Rancho
926 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 550: Bernalillo, Rio Rancho, Coronado Historic Site
769 ft · 21 sec
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Continue straight
1.7 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
149.9 mi · 2 hr 48 min
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Turn left onto West Broadway Boulevard
11.3 mi · 16 min · West Broadway Boulevard
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Turn slight right onto East Broadway Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · East Broadway Avenue
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Continue on West Broadway Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West Broadway Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Broadway Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ruidoso Downs and Farmington.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
US 550
Continue straight
150 mi · 02h 48m
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.
Sunny leaving Ruidoso Downs and Sunny near Farmington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ruidoso Downs to Farmington?
The road trip is about 367.5 miles (591.5 km) and usually takes 05h 56m 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?
Albuquerque is a useful midpoint, sitting about 184.5 miles from Ruidoso Downs and 182.9 miles from Farmington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 277.5 miles (446.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 90 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 5:06 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $49.12 one way or $98.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 115.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ruidoso Downs and Sunny near Farmington.
Stop Ideas Near Albuquerque
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 Albuquerque.
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Lamy station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ruidoso Downs and Farmington. Straight-line distance: 277.52 mi (446.62 km).
#1 Ruidoso Downs
City in Lincoln County, New Mexico, United States of America
| Population | 2,631 |
| Coordinates | 33.3289700, -105.6044300 |
| Altitude | 1956 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Farmington
Town in Hartford County, Connecticut, United States
| Population | 44,156 |
| Coordinates | 36.7280600, -108.2186900 |
| Altitude | 1615 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Broadway Street (-108.218689, 36.72809)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 591 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 35m |
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 | $49.12 | $98.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $55.24 | $110.48 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $59.99 | $119.97 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $70.23 | $140.47 |
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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