How far is White Sands, NM from Rio Rancho, NM?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between White Sands and Rio Rancho is 197.37 miles (317.64 km).
Flight distance from White Sands, NM to Rio Rancho, NM is 197.37 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 31 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 28 minutes to travel from White Sands to Rio Rancho with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from White Sands, New Mexico to Rio Rancho, New Mexico is: 259 miles (416.82 km) by car.
Driving from White Sands to Rio Rancho will take approximately 03 hours 49 minutes.
#1 White Sands
Census-designated place in New Mexico, United States
| Population | 1651 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 32°22'51"N 106°28'46"W |
| Latitude | 32.3809300 |
| Longitude | -106.4794400 |
| Altitude | 1292 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
Ending point in Rio Rancho: 35th Circle Southeast (-106.66465,35.233524)
Estimated Travel Time Between White Sands and Rio Rancho
The distance between White Sands and Rio Rancho is 417 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 37 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 White Sands and Rio Rancho. The current time is 22:32:01.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08 hours 37 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06 hours 28 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05 hours 10 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 19 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 42 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 27 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 13 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 34.6 liters (9.14 gallon) of gas to cover the route between White Sands and Rio Rancho.
The estimated cost of gas to go from White Sands to Rio Rancho is $31.72 (diesel $41.73).
New Mexico gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.47 | $3.84 | $4.12 | $4.57 |
| Total | $31.72 | $35.06 | $37.65 | $41.73 |
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 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between White Sands and Rio Rancho (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
