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6h 42m
Distance
353.4 mi
569 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
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Farmington, NM
Kelly
Capitan, NM
Mo Eid
The drive from Farmington, NM to Capitan, NM covers 353.4 miles and takes about 6h 42m 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, 2nd Street 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 $54.03 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
176.7 miles from Farmington, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 22m into the drive .
Expect a 6h 42m drive with frequent turns across 353.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
Total Climb
3,067 ft
Total Descent
3,093 ft
Highest Point
6,917 ft
~101 mi in
Elevation Range
2,223 ft
Notable High Points
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 around 13.7 miles in.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 42m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 6 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 165.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 165.7 miles (I 25): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Take the exit toward I 25 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Merge onto I 25
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward San Antonio
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn right
Navigation decision point
On the drive from Farmington, NM to Capitan, NM, road signs begin pointing toward San Antonio along the way.
San Antonio
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Bloomfield Boulevard | 150.5 mi | 2h 48m |
| I 25 | 101.9 mi | 1h 44m |
| 2nd Street | 84.9 mi | 1h 45m |
| Bloomfield Highway | 11.3 mi | 15m |
| East Broadway Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| US 550 | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Broadway Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| I-25 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Farmington, NM and Capitan, NM.
Start on US 64 Business
Continue on US 64 Business
Continue on US 64 Business
Turn left onto US 64
Take the exit
Merge onto US 550
Continue on US 550
Continue on US 550
Take the exit
Merge onto I 25
Take the exit
Continue on I-25
Continue on US 380
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 176.7 miles or 3h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Capitan, NM than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Farmington, NM so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Farmington, NM
This is one driving day of about 353.4 miles and 6h 42m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 176.7 mi from Farmington, NM · 3h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
177 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 176.7 miles from Farmington, 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.
The final approach into Capitan, 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 Capitan, 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.
Regular Gas
$54.03 one way
$108.05 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $59.26 | $118.51 |
| premium | $4.61 | $64.14 | $128.28 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $78.51 | $157.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$54
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$79–$104
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 123.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 106 | 1 | $37.11 | $16.96 |
| Efficient EV | 88.4 | 1 | $30.92 | $14.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 141.4 | 1 | $49.48 | $22.62 |
Gas CO2
124 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Farmington on Sunday
Local time
4:45 PM
MDT
Current temp
72°F
Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Capitan on Sunday
Local time
4:45 PM
MDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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