How far is Santa Fe, NM from La Luz, NM?
The driving distance from Santa Fe, NM to La Luz, NM is about 213.7 miles (343.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 187.2 miles (301.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 17m 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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Santa Fe and La Luz.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Santa Fe and La Luz.
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Start on East San Francisco Street
90 m · 11 sec · East San Francisco Street
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Turn right onto Cathedral Place
866 ft · 26 sec · Cathedral Place
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Alameda Street
593 ft · 25 sec · East Alameda Street
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Turn left onto Old Santa Fe Trail
3036 ft · 1 min · Old Santa Fe Trail
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Continue on Old Pecos Trail
3 mi · 5 min · Old Pecos Trail
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Take the ramp straight toward I 25 North: Las Vegas, Clines Corners
2133 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left
6.2 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right
1028 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right
68.5 mi · 1 hr 21 min
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Turn right
14.5 mi · 22 min
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Turn right
66.4 mi · 1 hr 35 min
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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
7.5 mi · 10 min · Saint Francis Drive
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Turn left onto Alamo Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · Alamo Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto La Luz Road
67 m · 13 sec · La Luz Road
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Turn left onto Section Road
77 m · 7 sec · Section Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Section Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Santa Fe and La Luz.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 25 North
Keep slight right
68.5 mi · 01h 21m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers leaving Santa Fe and Mostly Sunny near La Luz.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Santa Fe to La Luz?
The road trip is about 213.7 miles (343.9 km) and usually takes 04h 38m 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 107 miles from Santa Fe and 106.7 miles from La Luz.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 187.2 miles (301.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.5 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 7:42 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.55 one way or $57.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 67 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers around Santa Fe and Mostly Sunny near La Luz.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Santa Fe and La Luz. Straight-line distance: 187.18 mi (301.24 km).
#1 Santa Fe
The capital of New Mexico.
| Population | 84,996 |
| Coordinates | 35.6869800, -105.9378000 |
| Altitude | 2132 |
| Country | United States |
#2 La Luz
City in Otero County, New Mexico, United States of America
| Population | 1,697 |
| Coordinates | 32.9778700, -105.9419300 |
| Altitude | 1448 |
| Country | United States |
End: La Luz (-105.94193, 32.97787)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 344 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 39m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $28.55 | $57.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $32.11 | $64.23 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $34.87 | $69.75 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $40.83 | $81.66 |
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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