How far is Ruidoso, NM from Alamogordo, NM?

Fastest route

The route from Ruidoso, New Mexico to Alamogordo, New Mexico takes approximately 1 hour and 1 minute, covering a distance of 52.1 miles via US-70 W and Charlie Lee Memorial Relief Route.

Directions

  1. Start by heading southeast on Granite Dr toward Ll Davis Dr.
  2. Turn right onto Ll Davis Dr.
  3. Turn left onto White Mountain Dr.
  4. Turn left onto Warrior Dr.
  5. Turn right onto Gavilan Canyon Rd.
  6. Continue on Gavilan Canyon Rd, which will turn right and become Sudderth Dr.
  7. Follow US-70 W and take the slight right onto Charlie Lee Memorial Relief Route.
  8. Drive to N White Sands Blvd in Alamogordo.
  9. Turn left onto N White Sands Blvd.
  10. Pass by AutoZone Auto Parts (on the left).

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Ensure you have enough fuel for the journey.
  • ⚠️ Watch out for any road closures or construction along the route.
  • 🕑 Consider traffic conditions and adjust your departure time accordingly.
  • 🗺️ Use a navigation app or GPS device to help guide you.
  • 🛣️ Follow the posted speed limits and road signs for a safe journey.
  • 🍽️ Pack snacks or plan a meal stop along the way if needed.
  • 💰 Keep some cash or a payment method for tolls or parking fees, if applicable.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Ruidoso and Alamogordo is 34.18 miles (55 km).

Flight distance from Ruidoso, NM to Alamogordo, NM is 34.18 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Ruidoso, New Mexico to Alamogordo, New Mexico is: 48.89 miles (78.69 km) by car.

Driving from Ruidoso to Alamogordo will take approximately 00 hours 56 minutes.

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#1 Ruidoso

Village in Lincoln County, New Mexico, United States

Population 8061
GPS Coordinates 33°19'54"N 105°40'23"W
Latitude 33.3317500
Longitude -105.6730400
Altitude 2051
Country United States
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#2 Alamogordo

City in Otero County, New Mexico, United States

Population 32126
GPS Coordinates 32°53'58"N 105°57'37"W
Latitude 32.8995300
Longitude -105.9602700
Altitude 1323
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Ruidoso and Alamogordo

The distance between Ruidoso and Alamogordo is 79 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 52 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 Ruidoso and Alamogordo. The current time is 06:30:16.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 01 hours 37 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 01 hours 13 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 58 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 48 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 41 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 39 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 36 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.53 liters (1.73 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Ruidoso and Alamogordo.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Ruidoso to Alamogordo is $5.99 (diesel $7.88).

New Mexico gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.47 $3.84 $4.12 $4.57
Total $5.99 $6.62 $7.11 $7.88

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 26, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Ruidoso and Alamogordo (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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