How far is Sandia Knolls, NM from Alamogordo, NM?
The driving distance from Sandia Knolls, NM to Alamogordo, NM is about 209.7 miles (337.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 157.8 miles (253.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 11m 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 03h 35m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sandia Knolls and Alamogordo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sandia Knolls and Alamogordo.
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Start on Mikes Place
63 m · 14 sec · Mikes Place
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Turn left onto Marks Road
580 ft · 30 sec · Marks Road
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Turn left onto Camino Alto Road
1717 ft · 1 min · Camino Alto Road
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Turn straight onto Parkview Road
67 m · 12 sec · Parkview Road
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Turn right onto Camino Alto
1784 ft · 56 sec · Camino Alto
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Frost Road East
1.6 mi · 2 min · Frost Road East
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Turn right onto Vallecitos Drive
1.6 km · 2 min · Vallecitos Drive
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Turn right onto Meadow Drive
1.5 km · 2 min · Meadow Drive
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Turn left onto Sedillo Hill Road
2.2 mi · 5 min · Sedillo Hill Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Old US Highway 66
1402 ft · 24 sec · Old US Highway 66
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Take the ramp right toward I 40 East
1002 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
14.8 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NM 412
1240 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right onto Howard Cavazos Boulevard North
957 ft · 18 sec · Howard Cavazos Boulevard North
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Continue on Howard Cavazos Boulevard South
1.3 mi · 3 min · Howard Cavazos Boulevard South
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Continue on State Road 41
26.5 mi · 37 min · State Road 41
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Turn right
35.5 mi · 49 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
47.3 mi · 1 hr 6 min · Main Street
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Continue on Central Avenue
43.8 mi · 52 min · Central Avenue
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Take the ramp straight toward Saint Francis Drive
9.8 mi · 13 min · Saint Francis Drive
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Turn straight onto North White Sands Boulevard
3.1 mi · 5 min · North White Sands Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North White Sands Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sandia Knolls and Alamogordo.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Main Street
At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
47.3 mi · 01h 06m
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 Sandia Knolls and Sunny near Alamogordo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sandia Knolls to Alamogordo?
The road trip is about 209.7 miles (337.4 km) and usually takes 03h 35m 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?
Corona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 95.9 miles from Sandia Knolls and 113.8 miles from Alamogordo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 157.8 miles (253.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 51.9 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 9:48 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.62 one way or $65.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Sandia Knolls and Sunny near Alamogordo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sandia Knolls and Alamogordo. Straight-line distance: 157.74 mi (253.86 km).
#1 Sandia Knolls
Located in Bernalillo County at an elevation of 6,726 feet, this unincorporated community is situated on the eastern slopes of the Sandia Mountains.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.1639300, -106.3114100 |
| Altitude | 2050 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alamogordo
City in Otero County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 32,126 |
| Coordinates | 32.8995300, -105.9602700 |
| Altitude | 1323 |
| Country | United States |
End: North White Sands Boulevard (-105.960303, 32.89953)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 337 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 36m |
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 | $4.41 | $32.62 | $65.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.83 | $35.77 | $71.54 |
| Premium | $5.16 | $38.19 | $76.38 |
| Diesel | $6.05 | $44.74 | $89.48 |
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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