How far is Rio Rancho, NM from Las Cruces, NM?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Rio Rancho and Las Cruces is 201.93 miles (324.98 km).
Flight distance from Rio Rancho, NM to Las Cruces, NM is 201.93 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 28 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 26 minutes to travel from Rio Rancho to Las Cruces with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Rio Rancho, New Mexico to Las Cruces, New Mexico is: 238.31 miles (383.52 km) by car.
Driving from Rio Rancho to Las Cruces will take approximately 03 hours 25 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 Las Cruces
The second most populous city in New Mexico. It is located in the Mesilla Valley on the Rio Grande in southern New Mexico. Las Cruces is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum and the Las Cruces Museum of Art.
| Population | 105096 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 32°18'44"N 106°46'42"W |
| Latitude | 32.3123200 |
| Longitude | -106.7783400 |
| Altitude | 1191 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Las Cruces: (-106.778417,32.312306)
Estimated Travel Time Between Rio Rancho and Las Cruces
The distance between Rio Rancho and Las Cruces is 384 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 15 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 Rio Rancho and Las Cruces. The current time is 02:41:07.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07 hours 56 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 57 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 45 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 58 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 24 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 10 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 58 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 31.83 liters (8.41 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Rio Rancho and Las Cruces.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Rio Rancho to Las Cruces is $29.19 (diesel $38.4).
New Mexico gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.47 | $3.84 | $4.12 | $4.57 |
| Total | $29.19 | $32.26 | $34.65 | $38.4 |
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 November 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Rio Rancho and Las Cruces (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
