How far is White Sands, NM from Rio Rancho, NM?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between White Sands and Rio Rancho is 197.37 miles (317.64 km).

Flight distance from White Sands, NM to Rio Rancho, NM is 197.37 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 31 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 28 minutes to travel from White Sands to Rio Rancho with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from White Sands, New Mexico to Rio Rancho, New Mexico is: 259 miles (416.82 km) by car.

Driving from White Sands to Rio Rancho will take approximately 03 hours 49 minutes.

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#1 White Sands

Census-designated place in New Mexico, United States

Population 1651
GPS Coordinates 32°22'51"N 106°28'46"W
Latitude 32.3809300
Longitude -106.4794400
Altitude 1292
Country United States
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#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

Estimated Travel Time Between White Sands and Rio Rancho

The distance between White Sands and Rio Rancho is 417 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 37 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 White Sands and Rio Rancho. The current time is 05:29:13.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 08 hours 37 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 06 hours 28 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 05 hours 10 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 04 hours 19 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 03 hours 42 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 03 hours 27 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 03 hours 13 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 34.6 liters (9.14 gallon) of gas to cover the route between White Sands and Rio Rancho.
The estimated cost of gas to go from White Sands to Rio Rancho is $31.72 (diesel $41.73).

New Mexico gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.47 $3.84 $4.12 $4.57
Total $31.72 $35.06 $37.65 $41.73

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 April 25, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between White Sands 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.

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