Origin
Agua Fria, NM
Afternoon in Agua Fria on Wednesday
Local time
3:35 PM
MDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Agua Fria, NM to Enchanted Hills, NM
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
53m
Distance
43.2 mi
70 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Agua Fria, NM
César O'neill
Enchanted Hills, NM
Stefan Stefancik
Trip Overview
The drive from Agua Fria, NM to Enchanted Hills, NM covers 43.2 miles and takes about 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 25, US 550, Cerrillos Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.5 miles on I 25. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.52 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
21.6 miles from Agua Fria, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 53m highway drive covering 43.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 25 and US 550. The longest continuous stretch is about 34.5 miles on I 25.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 25 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 25 and US 550. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Agua Fria Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 43.2 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Agua Fria Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (Airport Road): Navigation decision point; at 38.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Agua Fria Street
Turn left onto Agua Fria Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.2 mi into trip
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~4m in
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Airport Road
Turn left onto Airport Road
Navigation decision point
5
38.9 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward NM 165 East, US 550 North: Placitas, Bernalillo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NM 165 East, US 550 North: Placitas, Ber...
5
39.2 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
39.2 mi into trip
|
~45m in
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US 550
Merge onto US 550
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Agua Fria, NM to Enchanted Hills, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Bernalillo along the way.
Bernalillo
38.9 mi in
|
~44m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 25 | 34.5 mi | 34m |
| US 550 | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Cerrillos Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Lopez Lane | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Safelite Boulevard Northeast | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Airport Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bismark Hills Way | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 25
— 34.5 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Agua Fria, NM and Enchanted Hills, NM.
1
Start on this road
123 ft
·
14 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Agua Fria Street
124 ft
·
8 sec
·
Agua Fria Street
3
Turn left onto Lopez Lane
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Lopez Lane
4
Turn right onto Airport Road
95 ft
·
2 sec
·
Airport Road
5
Turn slight left
182 ft
·
11 sec
6
Turn left
22 ft
·
7 sec
7
Turn left onto Airport Road
486 ft
·
11 sec
·
Airport Road
8
Turn right onto NM 14
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Cerrillos Road
9
Take the ramp
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 25 South: Albuquerque
10
Merge onto I 25
35 mi
·
34 min
·
I 25
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward NM 165 East, US 550 North: Placitas, Bernalillo
12
Keep slight right at fork
240 ft
·
5 sec
13
Merge onto US 550
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
US 550
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on US 550
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 550
15
Turn left onto Safelite Boulevard Northeast
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Safelite Boulevard Northeast
16
Turn right onto Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast
17
Turn left onto Bismark Hills Way
293 ft
·
14 sec
·
Bismark Hills Way
18
Turn right onto Albany Hills Drive Northeast
247 ft
·
10 sec
·
Albany Hills Drive Northeast
19
Arrive at destination
Albany Hills Drive Northeast
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 21.6 miles from Agua Fria, NM, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 10 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.6 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Enchanted Hills, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Agua Fria, NM.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Agua Fria, NM
This is one driving day of about 43.2 miles and 53m.
At 43.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 25 for about 34.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.6 mi from Agua Fria, NM · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.6 miles from Agua Fria, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Enchanted Hills, NM
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Enchanted Hills, NM if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.52 one way
$13.05 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.16 | $14.32 |
| premium | $4.56 | $7.75 | $15.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.54 | $19.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13 | 0 | $4.54 | $2.07 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.78 | $1.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Enchanted Hills, NM
Afternoon in Enchanted Hills on Wednesday
Local time
3:35 PM
MDT
Current temp
67°F
Mostly Sunny
W 20 mph
5% chance
Live forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 14 at 12:30PM MDT until April 14 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Fire Weather Watch
Fire Weather Watch issued April 14 at 12:30PM MDT until April 16 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
81°F
Placitas, NM
22 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
53m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Agua Fria, NM to Enchanted Hills, NM covers 43.2 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 25, US 550, Cerrillos Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.6 miles from Agua Fria, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.52 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 43.2 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Agua Fria Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (Airport Road): Navigation decision point; at 38.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Agua Fria, NM to Enchanted Hills, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Bernalillo along the way.
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