How far is Santa Teresa, NM from Rio Rancho, NM?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Santa Teresa and Rio Rancho is 233.36 miles (375.56 km).
Flight distance from Santa Teresa, NM to Rio Rancho, NM is 233.36 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 33 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 30 minutes to travel from Santa Teresa to Rio Rancho with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Santa Teresa, New Mexico to Rio Rancho, New Mexico is: 277.47 miles (446.54 km) by car.
Driving from Santa Teresa to Rio Rancho will take approximately 04 hours 08 minutes.
#1 Santa Teresa
| Population | |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 31°51'21"N 106°38'21"W |
| Latitude | 31.8559400 |
| Longitude | -106.6391600 |
| Altitude | 1156 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
Ending point in Rio Rancho: 35th Circle Southeast (-106.66465,35.233524)
Estimated Travel Time Between Santa Teresa and Rio Rancho
The distance between Santa Teresa and Rio Rancho is 447 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 57 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 Santa Teresa and Rio Rancho. The current time is 15:46:20.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09 hours 14 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06 hours 56 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05 hours 32 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 37 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 57 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 41 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 27 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 37.06 liters (9.79 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Santa Teresa and Rio Rancho.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Santa Teresa to Rio Rancho is $33.98 (diesel $44.71).
New Mexico gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.47 | $3.84 | $4.12 | $4.57 |
| Total | $33.98 | $37.56 | $40.34 | $44.71 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
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 December 31, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Santa Teresa and Rio Rancho (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Chaparral, NM to Santa Teresa 30.97 miles (50 km)
Driving distance from Enchanted Hills, NM to Santa Teresa 282.85 miles (455 km)
