Origin
Dulce, NM
Evening in Dulce on Sunday
Local time
6:00 PM
MDT
Current temp
24°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dulce, NM to Farmington, NM
Drive Time
2h 3m
Distance
84.7 mi
136 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 55m
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6 AM
2h 4m
8 AM
2h 21m
10 AM
2h 10m
12 PM
2h 8m
3 PM
2h 11m
5 PM
2h 21m
8 PM
1h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dulce, NM
Diego Girón
Farmington, NM
Kelly
Trip Overview
The drive from Dulce, NM to Farmington, NM covers 84.7 miles and takes about 2h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 64, East Broadway Avenue, West Broadway Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 82.3 miles on US 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.95 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
42.4 miles from Dulce, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 3m highway drive covering 84.7 miles, with most of the trip on US 64 and East Broadway Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 82.3 miles on US 64.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 5 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 82.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
7,407 ft
5,298 ft
Total Climb
711 ft
Total Descent
2,190 ft
Highest Point
7,407 ft
~12.1 mi in
Elevation Range
2,109 ft
Notable High Points
7,407 ft at ~12.1 miles
+296 ft prominence
6,310 ft at ~48.4 miles
+43 ft prominence
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and East Broadway Avenue. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 82.3 miles on US 64, so monotony is more of a factor than complexity.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Dulce, NM to Farmington, NM is easy. At 2h 3m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Dulce, NM to Farmington, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 64 | 82.3 mi | 1h 59m |
| East Broadway Avenue | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| West Broadway Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Hillside Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 82.3 mi, about 1h 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dulce, NM and Farmington, NM.
1
Start on Hillside Drive
133 ft
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3 sec
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Hillside Drive
2
Continue on US 64
82 mi
·
1 hr 59 min
·
US 64
3
Turn slight right onto US 64 Business
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Broadway Avenue
4
Continue on US 64 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway Street
5
Arrive at destination
US 64 Business
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 42.4 miles from Dulce, NM, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.3 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 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.4 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Farmington, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dulce, 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 Dulce, NM
This is one driving day of about 84.7 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dulce, NM.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 64 for about 82.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.4 mi from Dulce, NM · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 42.4 miles from Dulce, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.3 miles.
Arriving in Farmington, NM
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.95 one way
$25.90 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $14.20 | $28.40 |
| premium | $4.61 | $15.37 | $30.75 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.82 | $37.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.89 | $4.07 |
| Efficient EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.41 | $3.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.9 | 0 | $11.86 | $5.42 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Farmington, NM
Evening in Farmington on Sunday
Local time
6:00 PM
MDT
Current temp
72°F
Sunny
S 5 to 20 mph
2% chance
Live forecast
Along the Route
36°F
Bloomfield, NM
42 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
48 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
2h 3m 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 Dulce, NM to Farmington, NM covers 84.7 miles and takes about 2h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 64, East Broadway Avenue, West Broadway Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.4 miles from Dulce, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.95 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.
The drive from Dulce, NM to Farmington, NM is easy. At 2h 3m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Dulce, NM to Farmington, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Dulce, NM to Farmington, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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