How far is Spencerville, NM from Rio Rancho, NM?
The driving distance from Spencerville, NM to Rio Rancho, NM is about 170.7 miles (274.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 134.5 miles (216.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 38m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 49m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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 Spencerville and Rio Rancho.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spencerville and Rio Rancho.
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Start on Road 3260
121 m · 20 sec · Road 3260
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Turn right onto Road 3257
656 ft · 29 sec · Road 3257
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Aztec Boulevard
3.2 mi · 4 min · West Aztec Boulevard
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Turn right
106 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto West Chaco Street
2251 ft · 1 min · West Chaco Street
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Turn right onto South Main Avenue
8 mi · 13 min · South Main Avenue
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Turn right onto West Broadway Boulevard
1737 ft · 51 sec · West Broadway Boulevard
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Turn left onto South Bloomfield Boulevard
149.1 mi · 2 hr 46 min · South Bloomfield Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right
790 ft · 22 sec
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Turn straight onto Pat D'Arco Highway
8.6 mi · 14 min · Pat D'Arco Highway
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Turn right onto Sara Road Southeast
2008 ft · 1 min · Sara Road Southeast
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Turn left onto 35th Circle Southeast
44 m · 6 sec · 35th Circle Southeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 35th Circle Southeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Spencerville and Rio Rancho.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Bloomfield Boulevard
Turn left onto South Bloomfield Boulevard
149 mi · 02h 46m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Spencerville and Mostly Clear near Rio Rancho.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Spencerville to Rio Rancho?
The road trip is about 170.7 miles (274.7 km) and usually takes 02h 49m 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 85.2 miles from Spencerville and 85.4 miles from Rio Rancho.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 134.5 miles (216.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.2 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 12:52 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.54 one way or $53.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Spencerville and Mostly Clear near Rio Rancho.
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 Spencerville and Rio Rancho. Straight-line distance: 134.46 mi (216.4 km).
#1 Spencerville
Situated in the semi-arid high desert of San Juan County at an elevation of 5676 feet, this small unincorporated community lies along the Animas River in northwestern New Mexico.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.8200000, -108.0581300 |
| Altitude | 1730 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rio Rancho
The second most populous city in Sandoval County, New Mexico.
| Population | 99,885 |
| Coordinates | 35.2333800, -106.6644700 |
| Altitude | 1610 |
| Country | United States |
End: 35th Circle Southeast (-106.66465, 35.233524)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 275 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 07m |
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 | $26.54 | $53.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.83 | $29.10 | $58.20 |
| Premium | $5.16 | $31.07 | $62.14 |
| Diesel | $6.05 | $36.40 | $72.79 |
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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