How far is Sunland Park, NM from Columbus, NM?
The driving distance from Sunland Park, NM to Columbus, NM is about 71.8 miles (115.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.3 miles (100.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 08m 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 04m.
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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sunland Park and Columbus.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sunland Park and Columbus.
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Start on Valle Vista Drive
113 m · 22 sec · Valle Vista Drive
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Turn left onto Loma Vista Drive
1347 ft · 1 min · Loma Vista Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto McNutt Road
7 mi · 12 min · McNutt Road
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Turn left onto Peter V. Domenici International Highway
5.3 mi · 6 min · Peter V. Domenici International Highway
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Turn right onto A003 County Road
37.9 mi · 1 hr 6 min · A003 County Road
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Continue straight
21.3 mi · 38 min
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Turn left
95 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
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Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sunland Park and Columbus.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
A003 County Road
Turn right onto A003 County Road
37.9 mi · 01h 06m
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 Sunland Park and Sunny near Columbus.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sunland Park to Columbus?
The road trip is about 71.8 miles (115.5 km) and usually takes 02h 04m 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?
Anthony is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.9 miles from Sunland Park and 35.9 miles from Columbus.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.3 miles (100.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:22 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.58 one way or $19.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Sunland Park and Sunny near Columbus.
Stop Ideas Near Anthony
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sunland Park and Columbus. Straight-line distance: 62.27 mi (100.22 km).
#1 Sunland Park
City in Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 18,449 |
| Coordinates | 31.7965000, -106.5799900 |
| Altitude | 1160 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbus
Village in Luna County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 1,622 |
| Coordinates | 31.8276000, -107.6400200 |
| Altitude | 1240 |
| Country | United States |
End: Columbus (-107.64002, 31.8276)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 116 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
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 | $3.79 | $9.58 | $19.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $10.78 | $21.55 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $11.70 | $23.40 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $13.70 | $27.40 |
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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