Origin
Alamogordo, NM
Morning in Alamogordo on Wednesday
Local time
6:12 AM
MDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alamogordo, NM to Laguna, NM
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 32m
Distance
232.4 mi
374 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 19m
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6 AM
4h 33m
8 AM
4h 59m
10 AM
4h 42m
12 PM
4h 39m
3 PM
4h 43m
5 PM
4h 58m
8 PM
4h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alamogordo, NM
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Laguna, NM
Emilio Sánchez Hernández
Trip Overview
This 232.4-mile drive from Alamogordo, NM, to Laguna, NM, will take approximately 4 hours and 32 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 54, I-25, and US 380, this route offers a highway-focused experience, with 84% of the journey on major roads. It's a perfectly manageable day trip, making it ideal for a single-day adventure. With an estimated fuel cost of $35, you can plan your budget accordingly. Both your starting and ending points are within the Desert Southwest region, so expect consistent arid landscapes throughout.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
116.2 miles from Alamogordo, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 22m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive on this 232.4-mile journey. You'll spend about 84% of your time on major thoroughfares like US 54, I-25, and US 380. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 64.6 miles on US 380, offering a good opportunity to settle in. This route is designed for steady progress, allowing you to cover ground efficiently as you transition from one New Mexico destination to another.
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.
US 380 is the longest continuous segment at about 64.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 380 and I 25. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 12.9 miles in near US 54.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 32m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 12.9 miles (US 54): Navigation decision point; at 122 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 185.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
12.9 mi into trip
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~18m in
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US 54
Turn left onto US 54
Navigation decision point
4
122 mi into trip
|
~2h 29m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
185.9 mi into trip
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~3h 34m in
Take the exit toward NM 6: Los Lunas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward NM 6: Los Lunas
4
231 mi into trip
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~4h 29m in
Take the exit toward NM 124: Laguna
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward NM 124: Laguna
5
231.8 mi into trip
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~4h 31m in
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NM 124
Enter roundabout onto NM 124
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 380 | 64.6 mi | 1h 17m |
| I 25 | 63.6 mi | 1h 3m |
| US 54 | 44 mi | 52m |
| State Road 6 | 30.7 mi | 39m |
| I 40 | 11.7 mi | 11m |
| US 54,70 | 9.8 mi | 12m |
| North White Sands Boulevard | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Main Street Northwest | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 380
— 64.6 mi, about 1h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alamogordo, NM and Laguna, NM.
1
Start on North White Sands Boulevard
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
North White Sands Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Continue on US 54; US 70
9.8 mi
·
12 min
·
US 54,70
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Turn left onto US 54
44 mi
·
52 min
·
US 54
4
Turn left onto E Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
E Avenue
5
Turn left onto US 380
65 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
US 380
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
7
Merge onto I 25
64 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 25
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Toward NM 6: Los Lunas
9
Turn left onto NM 6
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street Southwest
10
Continue on NM 6
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street Northwest
11
Continue on NM 6
31 mi
·
39 min
·
State Road 6
12
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
13
Merge onto I 40
12 mi
·
11 min
·
I 40
14
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward NM 124: Laguna
15
Continue on NM 124
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
NM 124
16
Enter roundabout onto NM 124
180 ft
·
3 sec
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NM 124
17
Continue on NM 124
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
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NM 124
18
Turn left onto BIA 502
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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Rio San Jose Road
19
Arrive at destination
BIA 502
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour 32-minute duration, this drive is comfortably completed in a single day, meaning you have flexibility with your departure time. Plan for at least one stop to break up the 232.4 miles and refuel if necessary. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 64.6-mile stretch on US 380, as services might be less frequent in certain sections. The estimated $35 fuel cost is a good baseline for your budget, but it's always wise to have a little extra.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 116.2 miles from Alamogordo, NM, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.6 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 116.2 miles or 2h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Laguna, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alamogordo, NM so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alamogordo, NM
This is one driving day of about 232.4 miles and 4h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Alamogordo, NM.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 380 for about 64.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 116.2 mi from Alamogordo, NM · 2h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
116 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 116.2 miles from Alamogordo, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 380 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.6 miles.
Arriving in Laguna, NM
The final approach into Laguna, NM usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Laguna, NM.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.10 one way
$70.20 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
81 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $38.53 | $77.06 |
| premium | $4.56 | $41.71 | $83.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.31 | $102.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69.7 | 0 | $24.40 | $11.16 |
| Efficient EV | 58.1 | 0 | $20.34 | $9.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 93 | 1 | $32.54 | $14.87 |
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Laguna, NM
Morning in Laguna on Wednesday
Local time
6:12 AM
MDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Socorro, NM
116 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
21 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
4h 32m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Alamogordo, NM to Laguna, NM covers 232.4 miles and takes about 4h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 380, I 25, US 54. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 116.2 miles from Alamogordo, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.10 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 32m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 12.9 miles (US 54): Navigation decision point; at 122 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 185.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Alamogordo, NM to Laguna, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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