How far is Los Alamos, NM from Artesia, NM?
Fastest route
The distance from Los Alamos, New Mexico 87544, to Artesia, New Mexico 88210, is approximately 267 miles (429 kilometers). The estimated travel time is around 4 hours and 13 minutes. To reach Artesia from Los Alamos, you will need to take NM-502 and US Hwy 285 S.
Directions
- 🚗 Head southeast on Trinity Dr toward 20th St.
- 🚗 At the traffic circle, take the 1st exit and stay on Trinity Dr.
- 🚗 Continue onto NM-502/E Rd and follow NM-502.
- 🚗 Use the right lane to take the US-84 S/US-285 S ramp to Santa Fe.
- 🚗 Continue on US-285 S/US Hwy 285 S.
- 🚗 Take exit 290 for US-285 S toward Clines Corners.
- 🚗 Merge onto US-285 S/US Hwy 285 S and turn slightly left onto Shenrick St.
- 🚗 Continue onto Oak St/US Hwy 285 and follow US Hwy 285.
- 🚗 Turn right onto W Main St, and you will reach Artesia, New Mexico 88210.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Check the weather forecast before starting your journey to prepare for any road conditions.
- 📱 Ensure your mobile phone is fully charged and carry a car charger in case you need to use navigation apps.
- ⛽ Before leaving, fill up your gas tank to avoid running out of fuel on the way.
- 🍴 Pack some snacks and drinks for the trip to stay energized and hydrated.
- 🚧 Be aware of speed limits and traffic rules to drive safely and avoid any potential fines.
- 💤 Take breaks during the journey to avoid fatigue and stay focused on the road.
- 🛣️ Keep a physical map or GPS device as a backup in case of electronic navigation failure.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Los Alamos and Artesia is 236.78 miles (381.07 km).
Flight distance from Los Alamos, NM to Artesia, NM is 236.78 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 33 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 30 minutes to travel from Los Alamos to Artesia with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Los Alamos, New Mexico to Artesia, New Mexico is: 275.17 miles (442.85 km) by car.
Driving from Los Alamos to Artesia will take approximately 04 hours 33 minutes.
#1 Los Alamos
Townsite in New Mexico
| Population | 12019 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°53'17"N 106°18'25"W |
| Latitude | 35.8880800 |
| Longitude | -106.3069700 |
| Altitude | 2198 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Artesia
City in New Mexico, USA
| Population | 12214 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 32°50'32"N 104°24'12"W |
| Latitude | 32.8423300 |
| Longitude | -104.4033000 |
| Altitude | 1030 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Artesia: West Main Street (-104.4033,32.842244)
Estimated Travel Time Between Los Alamos and Artesia
The distance between Los Alamos and Artesia is 443 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 55 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 Los Alamos and Artesia. The current time is 00:13:24.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09 hours 10 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06 hours 52 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05 hours 30 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 35 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 55 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 40 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 25 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 36.76 liters (9.71 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Los Alamos and Artesia.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Los Alamos to Artesia is $33.7 (diesel $44.34).
New Mexico gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.47 | $3.84 | $4.12 | $4.57 |
| Total | $33.7 | $37.25 | $40.01 | $44.34 |
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 December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Los Alamos and Artesia (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
