How far is Waterflow, NM from Gallup, NM?
The driving distance from Waterflow, NM to Gallup, NM is about 108.6 miles (174.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 86.3 miles (138.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 52m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in McKinley County, New Mexico, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waterflow and Gallup.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterflow and Gallup.
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Start on the route
2906 ft · 48 sec
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Continue straight
13.9 mi · 18 min
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Continue straight
83.4 mi · 1 hr 45 min
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Keep slight left
7.4 mi · 11 min
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Turn left onto West Maloney Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · West Maloney Avenue
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Turn right onto South 3rd Street
1186 ft · 27 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn left onto West Historic Highway 66
564 ft · 21 sec · West Historic Highway 66
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Historic Highway 66
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterflow and Gallup.
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
Continue straight
83.4 mi · 01h 45m
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 Waterflow and Sunny near Gallup.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterflow to Gallup?
The road trip is about 108.6 miles (174.8 km) and usually takes 01h 56m 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?
Tohatchi is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.3 miles from Waterflow and 55.4 miles from Gallup.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 86.3 miles (138.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.3 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 2:38 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.88 one way or $33.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Waterflow and Sunny near Gallup.
Stop Ideas Near Tohatchi
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 Tohatchi.
Gallup station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterflow and Gallup. Straight-line distance: 86.33 mi (138.94 km).
#1 Waterflow
Situated along the San Juan River at an elevation of 5062 feet, this rural community lies within San Juan County in northwestern New Mexico.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.7597200, -108.4817500 |
| Altitude | 1543 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gallup
City in McKinley County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 21,253 |
| Coordinates | 35.5280800, -108.7425800 |
| Altitude | 1985 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Historic Highway 66 (-108.742596, 35.528115)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 175 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
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 | $16.88 | $33.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.83 | $18.51 | $37.03 |
| Premium | $5.16 | $19.77 | $39.53 |
| Diesel | $6.05 | $23.16 | $46.31 |
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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