Sign in
No account yet?
Create accountDrive Time
7h 43m
Distance
428.7 mi
690 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$66
one way
EV Charging
Loading...
station data
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Anthony, NM
Wikimedia Commons
Farmington, NM
Kelly
The drive from Anthony, NM to Farmington, NM covers 428.7 miles and takes about 7h 43m 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, Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 241.4 miles on I 25. At current regular gas prices, budget about $65.54 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
214.3 miles from Anthony, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 42m into the drive .
This is a 7h 43m highway drive covering 428.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 25 and US 550. The longest continuous stretch is about 241.4 miles on I 25.
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
Total Climb
3,259 ft
Total Descent
1,761 ft
Highest Point
6,880 ft
~375.1 mi in
Elevation Range
3,080 ft
Notable High Points
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 25 and US 550. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Miller Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 428.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 (Miller Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.8 miles (I 25): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Miller Street
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward I 25 North: Las Cruces, Albuquerque
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 25
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 550 North, NM 165 East: Placitas, Bernalillo, Rio Rancho
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward US 550: Bernalillo, Rio Rancho, Coronado Historic Site
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Between Anthony, NM and Farmington, NM, road signs point toward Bernalillo, Rio Rancho and Coronado Historic Site.
Bernalillo
Rio Rancho
Coronado Historic Site
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 25 | 241.4 mi | 4h 6m |
| US 550 | 151.6 mi | 2h 50m |
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway | 17.6 mi | 17m |
| West Broadway Boulevard | 11.3 mi | 15m |
| East Broadway Avenue | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| South Anthony Drive | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| East O'Hara Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Broadway Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Anthony, NM and Farmington, NM.
Start on this road
Turn right onto Miller Street
Turn right onto NM 460
Turn right onto NM 404
Turn left
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Continue on I 25
Take the exit
Merge onto I 25
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on US 550
Continue on US 550
Turn left onto US 64
Turn slight right onto US 64 Business
Continue on US 64 Business
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 94 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 214.3 miles or 3h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Farmington, NM than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Anthony, NM so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Anthony, NM
This is one driving day of about 428.7 miles and 7h 43m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 214.3 mi from Anthony, NM · 3h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
214 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.
A short stop after about 94 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 214.3 miles from Anthony, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 25 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 241.4 miles.
The final approach into Farmington, 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 Farmington, NM.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$65.54 one way
$131.07 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $71.88 | $143.77 |
| premium | $4.61 | $77.81 | $155.61 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $95.24 | $190.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$66
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$91–$116
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 150 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 128.6 | 1 | $45.01 | $20.58 |
| Efficient EV | 107.2 | 1 | $37.51 | $17.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 171.5 | 2 | $60.02 | $27.44 |
Gas CO2
150 kg
EV CO2
50 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Anthony on Sunday
Local time
4:45 PM
MDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Farmington on Sunday
Local time
4:45 PM
MDT
Current temp
72°F
Sunny
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore more options from Anthony, NM or browse trips ending in Farmington, NM.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse NM road trips.
Explore maps for Anthony, NM or Farmington, NM on MapSof.net.