Origin
Aztec, NM
Late night in Aztec on Wednesday
Local time
4:34 AM
MDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Aztec, NM to Santa Fe, NM
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 55m
Distance
204.8 mi
330 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 42m
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6 AM
3h 55m
8 AM
4h 21m
10 AM
4h 4m
12 PM
4h 2m
3 PM
4h 6m
5 PM
4h 20m
8 PM
3h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Aztec, NM
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Santa Fe, NM
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Trip Overview
The drive from Aztec, NM to Santa Fe, NM covers 204.8 miles and takes about 3h 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Bloomfield Boulevard, I 25, South Main Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 150.5 miles on South Bloomfield Boulevard. At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.93 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
102.4 miles from Aztec, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 59m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 3h 55m drive with frequent turns across 204.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Bloomfield Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 150.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Chaco Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 55m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Chaco Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 550 / South Main Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 199.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 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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East Chaco Street
Turn right onto East Chaco Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 550 / South Main Avenue
Turn left onto US 550 / South Main Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
199.9 mi into trip
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~3h 45m in
Take the exit toward US 84, US 285 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 84, US 285 North
6
200.1 mi into trip
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~3h 45m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 84, US 285 North: Los Alamos, Espanola, Taos
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 84, US 285 North: Los Alamos, Espanol...
5
204.6 mi into trip
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~3h 54m in
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West San Francisco Street
At end of road, turn right onto West San Francisco Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Bloomfield Boulevard | 150.5 mi | 2h 48m |
| I 25 | 39.5 mi | 39m |
| South Main Avenue | 8 mi | 12m |
| US 550 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Cerrillos Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Broadway Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Galisteo Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West San Francisco Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Bloomfield Boulevard
— 150.5 mi, about 2h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aztec, NM and Santa Fe, NM.
1
Start on this road
161 ft
·
13 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto East Chaco Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
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East Chaco Street
3
Turn left onto US 550
8.0 mi
·
12 min
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South Main Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 64; US 550
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
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West Broadway Boulevard
5
Turn left onto US 550
151 mi
·
2 hr 48 min
·
South Bloomfield Boulevard
6
Continue on US 550
0.1 mi
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12 sec
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US 550
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on US 550
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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US 550
Use the right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
9
Merge onto I 25
39 mi
·
39 min
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I 25
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 84, US 285 North
11
Keep slight left at fork
3.4 mi
·
6 min
Toward US 84, US 285 North: Los Alamos, Espanola, Taos
12
Take the exit
504 ft
·
13 sec
13
Turn straight onto Cerrillos Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Cerrillos Road
14
Continue on Galisteo Street
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
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Galisteo Street
15
At end of road, turn right onto West San Francisco Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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West San Francisco Street
16
Arrive at destination
East San Francisco Street
Trip Plan
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 102.4 miles from Aztec, NM, or about 1h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 150.5 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.4 miles or 1h 59m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Santa Fe, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Aztec, 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 Aztec, NM
This is one driving day of about 204.8 miles and 3h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Aztec, 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 South Bloomfield Boulevard for about 150.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 102.4 mi from Aztec, NM · 1h 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
102 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 102.4 miles from Aztec, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before South Bloomfield Boulevard if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 150.5 miles.
Arriving in Santa Fe, NM
The final approach into Santa Fe, 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 Santa Fe, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.93 one way
$61.86 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $33.95 | $67.91 |
| premium | $4.56 | $36.76 | $73.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.22 | $90.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.4 | 0 | $21.50 | $9.83 |
| Efficient EV | 51.2 | 0 | $17.92 | $8.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 81.9 | 1 | $28.67 | $13.11 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Santa Fe, NM
Late night in Santa Fe on Wednesday
Local time
4:34 AM
MDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 55m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Aztec, NM to Santa Fe, NM covers 204.8 miles and takes about 3h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Bloomfield Boulevard, I 25, South Main Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 102.4 miles from Aztec, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.93 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 55m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Chaco Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 550 / South Main Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 199.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Aztec, NM to Santa Fe, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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