Origin
Edgewood, NM
Evening in Edgewood on Sunday
Local time
5:11 PM
MDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edgewood, NM to Albuquerque, NM
Drive Time
37m
Distance
30.4 mi
49 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edgewood, NM
Drew Burks
Albuquerque, NM
Samir Smier
Trip Overview
The drive from Edgewood, NM to Albuquerque, NM covers 30.4 miles and takes about 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, Central Avenue Northeast, Pan American Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 26.9 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.65 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
15.2 miles from Edgewood, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 37m highway drive covering 30.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and Central Avenue Northeast. The longest continuous stretch is about 26.9 miles on I 40.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 26.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Central Avenue Northeast. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near I 40.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 30.4 miles you will encounter 6 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: at 0.5 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 27.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining
8
27.4 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward I 25 North, I 25 South: Las Cruces, Santa Fe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 159B-C
Toward I 25 North, I 25 South: Las Cruces, Sant...
8
27.6 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 25 South: Las Cruces
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Exit 159B
Toward I 25 South: Las Cruces
3
28.4 mi into trip
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~33m in
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I 25 / Pan American Freeway
Merge onto I 25 / Pan American Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining
8
29 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward Martin Luther King Junior Avenue, Central Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 224B
Toward Martin Luther King Junior Avenue, Centra...
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Edgewood, NM to Albuquerque, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Santa Fe along the way.
Santa Fe
27.4 mi in
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~31m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 26.9 mi | 30m |
| Central Avenue Northeast | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Pan American Freeway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Locust Street Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| NM-344 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Central Avenue Northwest | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 26.9 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edgewood, NM and Albuquerque, NM.
1
Start on NM 344
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
NM-344
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
3
Merge onto I 40
27 mi
·
30 min
·
I 40
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 159B-C
Toward I 25 North, I 25 South: Las Cruces, Santa Fe
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 159B
Toward I 25 South: Las Cruces
Use the straight lane.
6
Merge onto I 25
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
Pan American Freeway
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 224B
Toward Martin Luther King Junior Avenue, Central Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn straight onto Locust Street Northeast
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Locust Street Northeast
9
Turn right onto Central Avenue Northeast
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Central Avenue Northeast
10
Arrive at destination
Central Avenue Northwest
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 15.2 miles from Edgewood, NM, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.9 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 30.4 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.2 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Albuquerque, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Edgewood, 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 Edgewood, NM
This is one driving day of about 30.4 miles and 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Edgewood, 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 I 40 for about 26.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.2 mi from Edgewood, NM · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
15 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 30.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
Meal breakThe midpoint is around 15.2 miles from Edgewood, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Albuquerque, NM
The final approach into Albuquerque, 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 Albuquerque, 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
$4.65 one way
$9.29 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $5.10 | $10.19 |
| premium | $4.61 | $5.52 | $11.03 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.75 | $13.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.19 | $1.46 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.66 | $1.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.26 | $1.95 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Albuquerque, NM
Evening in Albuquerque on Sunday
Local time
5:11 PM
MDT
Current temp
41°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
2 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
37m 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 Edgewood, NM to Albuquerque, NM covers 30.4 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Central Avenue Northeast, Pan American Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.2 miles from Edgewood, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.65 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 30.4 miles you will encounter 6 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: at 0.5 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 27.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Edgewood, NM to Albuquerque, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Santa Fe along the way.
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