How far is Santa Teresa, NM from Enchanted Hills, NM?
The driving distance from Santa Teresa, NM to Enchanted Hills, NM is about 96.7 miles (155.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.6 miles (91.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Town in New Mexico, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Santa Teresa and Enchanted Hills.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Santa Teresa and Enchanted Hills.
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Start on County Road 426
1.4 km · 3 min · County Road 426
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Continue on Mesa Poleo Road
1.4 mi · 5 min · Mesa Poleo Road
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Turn right onto Agua Sarca Road
1781 ft · 1 min · Agua Sarca Road
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Turn left
29.1 mi · 40 min
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Turn left
63.7 mi · 1 hr 13 min
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Turn right onto Santa Fe Hills Boulevard Northeast
2711 ft · 1 min · Santa Fe Hills Boulevard Northeast
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Turn left onto Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast
2330 ft · 54 sec · Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast
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Turn right onto Bismark Hills Way
77 m · 13 sec · Bismark Hills Way
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Turn right onto Albany Hills Drive Northeast
75 m · 11 sec · Albany Hills Drive Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Albany Hills Drive Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Santa Teresa and Enchanted Hills.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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63.7 mi · 01h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Santa Teresa and Sunny near Enchanted Hills.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Santa Teresa to Enchanted Hills?
The road trip is about 96.7 miles (155.6 km) and usually takes 01h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Cuba is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.2 miles from Santa Teresa and 48.5 miles from Enchanted Hills.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.6 miles (91.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:58 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.03 one way or $30.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Santa Teresa and Sunny near Enchanted Hills.
Stop Ideas Near Cuba
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 Cuba.
Santa Fe (Lamy Shuttle), New Mexico
Alvarado Transportation Center
Lamy station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Santa Teresa and Enchanted Hills. Straight-line distance: 56.63 mi (91.14 km).
#1 Santa Teresa
Situated in Rio Arriba County in northern New Mexico, this unincorporated community rests at a high elevation of approximately 7,448 feet.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.1533500, -106.6794800 |
| Altitude | 2270 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Enchanted Hills
This community in Sandoval County, New Mexico, is situated at an elevation of 4,921 feet.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.3367600, -106.5929600 |
| Altitude | 1500 |
| Country | United States |
End: Albany Hills Drive Northeast (-106.593253, 35.336529)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 156 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
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 | $15.03 | $30.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.83 | $16.48 | $32.97 |
| Premium | $5.16 | $17.60 | $35.20 |
| Diesel | $6.05 | $20.62 | $41.23 |
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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