How far is Rio Rancho, NM from Portales, NM?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Rio Rancho and Portales is 202.49 miles (325.88 km).
Flight distance from Rio Rancho, NM to Portales, NM is 202.49 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 29 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 26 minutes to travel from Rio Rancho to Portales with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Rio Rancho, New Mexico to Portales, New Mexico is: 243.81 miles (392.38 km) by car.
Driving from Rio Rancho to Portales will take approximately 03 hours 52 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 Portales
City in and the county seat of Roosevelt County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 11487 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 34°11'10"N 103°20'4"W |
| Latitude | 34.1861900 |
| Longitude | -103.3344000 |
| Altitude | 1221 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Portales: East 3rd Street (-103.334401,34.186082)
Estimated Travel Time Between Rio Rancho and Portales
The distance between Rio Rancho and Portales is 392 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 21 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 Portales. The current time is 02:44:46.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08 hours 07 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06 hours 05 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 52 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 03 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 28 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 15 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 02 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 32.57 liters (8.6 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Rio Rancho and Portales.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Rio Rancho to Portales is $29.86 (diesel $39.28).
New Mexico gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.47 | $3.84 | $4.12 | $4.57 |
| Total | $29.86 | $33 | $35.45 | $39.28 |
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 Portales (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
