Origin
Las Vegas, NM
Late night in Las Vegas on Wednesday
Local time
4:38 AM
MDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Las Vegas, NM to Albuquerque, NM
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 8m
Distance
123.1 mi
198 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 59m
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6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 26m
10 AM
2h 14m
12 PM
2h 13m
3 PM
2h 15m
5 PM
2h 25m
8 PM
2h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Las Vegas, NM
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Albuquerque, NM
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Trip Overview
The drive from Las Vegas, NM to Albuquerque, NM covers 123.1 miles and takes about 2h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 25, Central Avenue Northeast, National Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 120.5 miles on I 25. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.59 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
61.5 miles from Las Vegas, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 8m highway drive covering 123.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 25 and Central Avenue Northeast. The longest continuous stretch is about 120.5 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 11 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 120.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 25 and Central Avenue Northeast. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near 4th Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Las Vegas, NM to Albuquerque, NM is easy. At 2h 8m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (I 25 Bus / Grand Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (NM 104 / East University): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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4th Street
Turn right onto 4th Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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I 25 Bus / Grand Avenue
Turn right onto I 25 Bus / Grand Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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NM 104 / East University
Turn left onto NM 104 / East University
Navigation decision point
5
1.3 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 25
Merge onto I 25
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
121.7 mi into trip
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~2h 4m 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...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 25 | 120.5 mi | 2h 1m |
| Central Avenue Northeast | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| National Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Locust Street Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East University | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 4th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Grand Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bridge Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 25
— 120.5 mi, about 2h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Las Vegas, NM and Albuquerque, NM.
1
Start on Bridge Street
91 ft
·
1 sec
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Bridge Street
2
Continue on National Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
National Avenue
3
Turn right onto 4th Street
284 ft
·
12 sec
·
4th Street
4
Turn right onto I 25 Bus
218 ft
·
11 sec
·
Grand Avenue
5
Turn left onto NM 104
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
East University
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
7
Merge onto I 25
120 mi
·
2 hr 1 min
·
I 25
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 224B
Toward Martin Luther King Junior Avenue, Central Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto Locust Street Northeast
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Locust Street Northeast
10
Turn right onto Central Avenue Northeast
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Central Avenue Northeast
11
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 61.5 miles from Las Vegas, NM, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 120.5 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 80 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.5 miles or 1h 3m 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 43m
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 Las Vegas, 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 Las Vegas, NM
This is one driving day of about 123.1 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Las Vegas, 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 25 for about 120.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61.5 mi from Las Vegas, NM · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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 61.5 miles from Las Vegas, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 25 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 120.5 miles.
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.
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.59 one way
$37.18 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $20.41 | $40.82 |
| premium | $4.56 | $22.09 | $44.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.18 | $54.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.9 | 0 | $12.93 | $5.91 |
| Efficient EV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.77 | $4.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.2 | 0 | $17.23 | $7.88 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Albuquerque, NM
Late night in Albuquerque on Wednesday
Local time
4:38 AM
MDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Santa Fe, NM
62 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
9 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 8m 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 Las Vegas, NM to Albuquerque, NM covers 123.1 miles and takes about 2h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 25, Central Avenue Northeast, National Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.5 miles from Las Vegas, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.59 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 Las Vegas, NM to Albuquerque, NM is easy. At 2h 8m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (I 25 Bus / Grand Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (NM 104 / East University): Navigation decision point.
The route from Las Vegas, NM to Albuquerque, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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