How far is Zuni Pueblo, NM from Gallup, NM?
The driving distance from Zuni Pueblo, NM to Gallup, NM is about 37 miles (59.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.1 miles (51.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 45m.
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, US
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Zuni Pueblo and Gallup.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Zuni Pueblo and Gallup.
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Start on Twin Buttes Drive
574 ft · 29 sec · Twin Buttes Drive
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Turn left onto Chavez Circle
998 ft · 48 sec · Chavez Circle
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At the end of the road, turn left onto New Mexico 53
1.7 mi · 4 min · New Mexico 53
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Continue on NM 53
4.3 mi · 11 min · NM 53
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Turn left onto Indian Route 4
4.8 mi · 12 min · Indian Route 4
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At the end of the road, turn left
24.1 mi · 36 min
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Continue on South 2nd Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · South 2nd Street
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Turn right onto East Historic Highway 66
21 m · 2 sec · East 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 Zuni Pueblo 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
At the end of the road, turn left
24.1 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Partly Cloudy leaving Zuni Pueblo and Sunny near Gallup.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Zuni Pueblo to Gallup?
The road trip is about 37 miles (59.6 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
Black Rock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.5 miles from Zuni Pueblo and 18.5 miles from Gallup.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.1 miles (51.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.9 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 4:58 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.96 one way or $9.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Zuni Pueblo and Sunny near Gallup.
Stop Ideas Near Black Rock
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 Black Rock.
Gallup station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Zuni Pueblo and Gallup. Straight-line distance: 32.06 mi (51.6 km).
#1 Zuni Pueblo
City in McKinley County, New Mexico, United States of America
| Population | 6,302 |
| Coordinates | 35.0725300, -108.8506400 |
| Altitude | 1918 |
| 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: 60 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $4.96 | $9.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.58 | $11.16 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.06 | $12.12 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.09 | $14.19 |
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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