Origin
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
Morning in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque on Friday
Local time
7:37 AM
MDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM to Deming, NM
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 39m
Distance
240 mi
386 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 27m
★
6 AM
3h 39m
8 AM
4h 4m
10 AM
3h 48m
12 PM
3h 46m
3 PM
3h 49m
5 PM
4h 3m
8 PM
3h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
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Deming, NM
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Trip Overview
The drive from Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM to Deming, NM covers 240 miles and takes about 3h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Bledsoe Road Northwest, 4th Street Northwest, Osuna Road Northwest for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.25 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
120 miles from Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 39m. Total distance: 240 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 39m drive with frequent turns across 240 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bledsoe Road Northwest 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 39m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM to Deming, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bledsoe Road Northwest | — | — |
| 4th Street Northwest | — | — |
| Osuna Road Northwest | — | — |
| 2nd Street Northwest | — | — |
| Griegos Road Northwest | — | — |
| Comanche Road Northeast | — | — |
| Pan American Freeway Northeast | — | — |
| I 25 South | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Bledsoe Road Northwest
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM and Deming, NM.
1
Start on Guadalupe Trail Northwest
49 ft
·
4 sec
·
Guadalupe Trail Northwest
2
Turn right onto Bledsoe Road Northwest
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Bledsoe Road Northwest
3
Turn right onto 4th Street Northwest
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Street Northwest
4
Turn left onto Osuna Road Northwest
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Osuna Road Northwest
5
Turn straight onto Osuna Road Northwest
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Osuna Road Northwest
6
Turn right onto 2nd Street Northwest
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
2nd Street Northwest
7
Turn left onto Griegos Road Northwest
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Griegos Road Northwest
8
Continue on Comanche Road Northeast
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Comanche Road Northeast
9
Turn right onto Pan American Freeway Northeast
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Pan American Freeway Northeast
10
Take the ramp slight left toward I 25 South: Las Cruces
476 ft
·
12 sec
·
I 25 South: Las Cruces
11
Merge slight left onto Pan American Freeway
186 mi
·
3 hr 7 min
·
Pan American Freeway
12
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
13
Turn straight
0.8 mi
·
1 min
14
Continue on West Canal Road
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
West Canal Road
15
Turn right onto West Hall Street
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
West Hall Street
16
Turn straight onto New Mexico State Road 26
12 mi
·
18 min
·
New Mexico State Road 26
17
Continue on Hatch Highway
17 mi
·
25 min
·
Hatch Highway
18
Continue on New Mexico State Road 26
10.0 mi
·
14 min
·
New Mexico State Road 26
19
Continue on Hatch Highway
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Hatch Highway
20
At the end of the road, turn left onto North Gold Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Gold Avenue
21
Turn left onto East Pine Street
443 ft
·
18 sec
·
East Pine Street
22
Continue on East Pine Street
397 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Pine Street
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 120 miles from Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM, or about 1h 49m 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 53 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 120 miles or 1h 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Deming, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, 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 Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
This is one driving day of about 240 miles and 3h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 miles from Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 120 mi from Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM · 1h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
120 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 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 120 miles from Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Deming, NM
The final approach into Deming, 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 Deming, 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
$36.25 one way
$72.49 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
84 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $39.79 | $79.58 |
| premium | $4.56 | $43.08 | $86.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $52.99 | $105.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 84 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 72 | 0 | $25.20 | $11.52 |
| Efficient EV | 60 | 0 | $21.00 | $9.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 96 | 1 | $33.60 | $15.36 |
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Deming, NM
Morning in Deming on Friday
Local time
7:37 AM
MDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Socorro, NM
120 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
1 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
3h 39m 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 Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM to Deming, NM covers 240 miles and takes about 3h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bledsoe Road Northwest, 4th Street Northwest, Osuna Road Northwest. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 120 miles from Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.25 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 39m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM to Deming, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM to Deming, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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