Origin
Enchanted Hills, NM
Evening in Enchanted Hills on Wednesday
Local time
6:44 PM
MDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Enchanted Hills, NM to Belen, NM
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
54.5 mi
88 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Enchanted Hills, NM
Stefan Stefancik
Belen, NM
Omar Tapia
Trip Overview
The drive from Enchanted Hills, NM to Belen, NM covers 54.5 miles and takes about 1h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 25, I 25 Business, US 550 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 45.5 miles on I 25. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.23 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
27.2 miles from Enchanted Hills, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 4m highway drive covering 54.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 25 and I 25 Business. The longest continuous stretch is about 45.5 miles on I 25.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 25 is the longest continuous segment at about 45.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 25 and I 25 Business. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Bismark Hills Way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 4m drive. You will face about 7 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 (Bismark Hills Way): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 550): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 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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Bismark Hills Way
Turn left onto Bismark Hills Way
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast
Turn right onto Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast
Navigation decision point
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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US 550
Turn right onto US 550
Navigation decision point
4
4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 25 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 25 South
5
4.4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 25
Merge onto I 25
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 25 | 45.5 mi | 48m |
| I 25 Business | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| US 550 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Safelite Road Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Safelite Boulevard Northeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Bismark Hills Way | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Albany Hills Drive Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 25
— 45.5 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enchanted Hills, NM and Belen, NM.
1
Start on Albany Hills Drive Northeast
247 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
·
47 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 on US 550
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 550
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 550
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 550
Use the right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 25 South
10
Merge onto I 25
45 mi
·
48 min
·
I 25
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto I 25 Business
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 25 Business
12
Turn right onto West Reinken Avenue
44 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Reinken Avenue
13
Arrive at destination
West Reinken Avenue
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 27.2 miles from Enchanted Hills, NM, or about 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.5 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 12 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.2 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belen, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Enchanted Hills, NM so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Enchanted Hills, NM
This is one driving day of about 54.5 miles and 1h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Enchanted Hills, NM.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 25 for about 45.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.2 mi from Enchanted Hills, NM · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.2 miles from Enchanted Hills, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Belen, NM
The final approach into Belen, NM usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.23 one way
$16.46 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.04 | $18.07 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.78 | $19.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.03 | $24.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.72 | $2.62 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.77 | $2.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.63 | $3.49 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Belen, NM
Evening in Belen on Wednesday
Local time
6:44 PM
MDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1h 4m 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 Belen, NM covers 54.5 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 25, I 25 Business, US 550. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.2 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 $8.23 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 is a straightforward 1h 4m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Bismark Hills Way): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 550): Navigation decision point.
The route from Enchanted Hills, NM to Belen, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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