Origin
Enchanted Hills, NM
Evening in Enchanted Hills on Wednesday
Local time
5:38 PM
MDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Enchanted Hills, NM to Agua Fria, NM
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
53m
Distance
43.4 mi
70 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Enchanted Hills, NM
Stefan Stefancik
Agua Fria, NM
César O'neill
Trip Overview
The drive from Enchanted Hills, NM to Agua Fria, NM covers 43.4 miles and takes about 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Bismark Hills Way, Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast, Safelite Road Northeast for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.55 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
21.7 miles from Enchanted Hills, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 53m drive with frequent turns across 43.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bismark Hills Way is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Enchanted Hills, NM to Agua Fria, NM is easy. At 53m with 0% 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 Enchanted Hills, NM to Agua Fria, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bismark Hills Way | — | — |
| Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast | — | — |
| Safelite Road Northeast | — | — |
| Safelite Boulevard Northeast | — | — |
| US 550 | — | — |
| Cerrillos Road | — | — |
| Airport Road | — | — |
| Lopez Lane | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Bismark Hills Way
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enchanted Hills, NM and Agua Fria, NM.
1
Start on Albany Hills Drive Northeast
246 ft
·
16 sec
·
Albany Hills Drive Northeast
2
Turn left onto Bismark Hills Way
253 ft
·
13 sec
·
Bismark Hills Way
3
Turn right onto Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast
4
Turn left onto Safelite Road Northeast
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Safelite Road Northeast
5
Continue on Safelite Boulevard Northeast
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Safelite Boulevard Northeast
6
Turn right onto US 550
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
US 550
7
Continue straight
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
8
Continue straight
1.0 mi
·
1 min
9
Take the exit slight left
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
10
Merge slight left
35 mi
·
34 min
11
Take the exit slight right
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
12
Keep slight left
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
13
Turn straight onto Cerrillos Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Cerrillos Road
14
Turn left onto Airport Road
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Airport Road
15
Turn right onto Lopez Lane
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Lopez Lane
16
Turn right onto Agua Fria Street
125 ft
·
5 sec
·
Agua Fria Street
17
Turn right
121 ft
·
9 sec
18
Arrive at your destination
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 21.7 miles from Enchanted Hills, NM, or about 26m into the drive.
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 10 miles or 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.7 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Agua Fria, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Enchanted Hills, NM.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Enchanted Hills, NM
This is one driving day of about 43.4 miles and 53m.
At 43.4 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.7 mi from Enchanted Hills, NM · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.7 miles from Enchanted Hills, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Agua Fria, NM
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Agua Fria, NM if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.55 one way
$13.11 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.20 | $14.39 |
| premium | $4.56 | $7.79 | $15.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.58 | $19.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13 | 0 | $4.56 | $2.08 |
| Efficient EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.80 | $1.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.08 | $2.78 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Agua Fria, NM
Evening in Agua Fria on Wednesday
Local time
5:38 PM
MDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
81°F
Placitas, NM
22 mi in
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
16 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
53m 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 Enchanted Hills, NM to Agua Fria, NM covers 43.4 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bismark Hills Way, Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast, Safelite Road Northeast. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.7 miles from Enchanted Hills, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.55 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 Enchanted Hills, NM to Agua Fria, NM is easy. At 53m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Enchanted Hills, NM to Agua Fria, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Enchanted Hills, NM to Agua Fria, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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