Origin
Los Chavez, NM
Late night in Los Chavez on Wednesday
Local time
4:15 AM
MDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Los Chavez, NM to Enchanted Hills, NM
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
50.4 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
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6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Los Chavez, NM
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Enchanted Hills, NM
Stefan Stefancik
Trip Overview
The drive from Los Chavez, NM to Enchanted Hills, NM covers 50.4 miles and takes about 1h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 25, NM 314, US 550 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 38.3 miles on I 25. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.61 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
25.2 miles from Los Chavez, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 3m highway drive covering 50.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 25 and NM 314. The longest continuous stretch is about 38.3 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 16 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 38.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 25 and NM 314. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 7.7 miles in near I 25.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 3m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.7 miles (I 25): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 46 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
7.7 mi into trip
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~13m 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.
6
46 mi into trip
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~54m in
Take the exit toward US 550 North, NM 165 East: Placitas, Bernalillo, Rio Rancho
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 242
Toward US 550 North, NM 165 East: Placitas, Ber...
7
46.2 mi into trip
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~54m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 550: Bernalillo, Rio Rancho, Coronado Historic Site
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 550: Bernalillo, Rio Rancho, Coronado...
4
50.3 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
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Bismark Hills Way
Turn left onto Bismark Hills Way
Navigation decision point
5
50.4 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
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Albany Hills Drive Northeast
Turn right onto Albany Hills Drive Northeast
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Los Chavez, NM and Enchanted Hills, NM, road signs point toward Bernalillo, Rio Rancho and Coronado Historic Site.
Bernalillo
46 mi in
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~54m
Rio Rancho
46 mi in
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~54m
Coronado Historic Site
46.2 mi in
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~54m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 25 | 38.3 mi | 40m |
| NM 314 | 5.2 mi | 9m |
| US 550 | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Main Street Northwest | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Main Street Southwest | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| NM-314 N | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Safelite Boulevard Northeast | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 25
— 38.3 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Los Chavez, NM and Enchanted Hills, NM.
1
Start on Square Deal Road
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
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Square Deal Road
2
Turn left onto NM 314
5.2 mi
·
9 min
·
NM 314
3
Continue on NM 314
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
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NM-314 N
4
Turn left onto NM 6
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street Southwest
5
Continue on NM 6
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street Northwest
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
7
Merge onto I 25
38 mi
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40 min
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I 25
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 242
Toward US 550 North, NM 165 East: Placitas, Bernalillo, Rio Rancho
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
Toward US 550: Bernalillo, Rio Rancho, Coronado Historic Site
10
Continue on US 550
1.7 mi
·
3 min
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US 550
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on US 550
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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US 550
12
Turn left onto Safelite Boulevard Northeast
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Safelite Boulevard Northeast
13
Turn right onto Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Enchanted Hills Boulevard Northeast
14
Turn left onto Bismark Hills Way
293 ft
·
14 sec
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Bismark Hills Way
15
Turn right onto Albany Hills Drive Northeast
247 ft
·
10 sec
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Albany Hills Drive Northeast
16
Arrive at destination
Albany Hills Drive Northeast
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 25.2 miles from Los Chavez, NM, or about 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.3 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 50.4 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.2 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Enchanted Hills, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Los Chavez, 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 Los Chavez, NM
This is one driving day of about 50.4 miles and 1h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Los Chavez, 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 38.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.2 mi from Los Chavez, NM · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 50.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.2 miles from Los Chavez, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Enchanted Hills, NM
The final approach into Enchanted Hills, 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 Enchanted Hills, 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
$7.61 one way
$15.22 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.36 | $16.71 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.05 | $18.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.13 | $22.26 |
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: 17.6 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 | 15.1 | 0 | $5.29 | $2.42 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.41 | $2.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.06 | $3.23 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Enchanted Hills, NM
Late night in Enchanted Hills on Wednesday
Local time
4:15 AM
MDT
Current temp
82°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
45 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
1h 3m 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 Los Chavez, NM to Enchanted Hills, NM covers 50.4 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 25, NM 314, 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 25.2 miles from Los Chavez, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.61 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 3m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.7 miles (I 25): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 46 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Los Chavez, NM and Enchanted Hills, NM, road signs point toward Bernalillo, Rio Rancho and Coronado Historic Site.
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