Origin
Red River, NM
Morning in Red River on Friday
Local time
9:03 AM
MDT
Current temp
29°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Red River, NM to Solo, NM
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
65.4 mi
105 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 44m
★
6 AM
1h 52m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 58m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
1h 59m
5 PM
2h 8m
8 PM
1h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Red River, NM
Lacza
Solo, NM
Yaroslav Shuraev
Trip Overview
The drive from Red River, NM to Solo, NM covers 65.4 miles and takes about 1h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Main Street, NM 567, US 64 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.3 miles on Main Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.88 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.
Midpoint
32.7 miles from Red River, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 65.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (44%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive from Red River, NM to Solo, NM covers 65.4 miles and takes about 1h 52m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Main Street is the longest continuous segment at about 32.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NM 38 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Red River, NM to Solo, NM is easy. At 1h 52m with 44% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NM 38 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.2 miles (NM 522 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 32.3 miles (US 64): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NM 38 / Main Street
Turn right onto NM 38 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
12.2 mi into trip
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~23m in
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NM 522 / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto NM 522 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
32.3 mi into trip
|
~53m in
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US 64
Turn right onto US 64
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
41 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
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Sheep Herder Road
Turn left onto Sheep Herder Road
Navigation decision point
5
63.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 46m in
Turn sharp right
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | 32.3 mi | 53m |
| NM 567 | 9 mi | 15m |
| US 64 | 8.7 mi | 10m |
| US 285 | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| Upper Rim Road | 3 mi | 7m |
| County Road Cb-115 | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Taos County Road Cb-115 | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Taos County Rd Cb-115 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Main Street
— 32.3 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Red River, NM and Solo, NM.
1
Start on Jacks and Sixes
27 ft
·
3 sec
·
Jacks and Sixes
2
Turn right onto NM 38
12 mi
·
23 min
·
Main Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto NM 522
20 mi
·
29 min
·
Main Street
4
Turn right onto US 64
8.7 mi
·
10 min
·
US 64
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto Sheep Herder Road
125 ft
·
4 sec
·
Sheep Herder Road
6
Continue on Upper Rim Road
3.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Upper Rim Road
7
Continue on County Road Cb-115
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
County Road Cb-115
8
Continue on Taos County Rd Cb-115
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Taos County Rd Cb-115
9
Continue on Taos County Road Cb-115
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Taos County Road Cb-115
10
Continue on County Road Cb-115
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road Cb-115
11
Continue on Taos County Road Cb-115
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Taos County Road Cb-115
12
Continue on Taos County Rd Cb-115
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Taos County Rd Cb-115
13
Turn right onto NM 567
9.0 mi
·
15 min
·
NM 567
14
Turn left onto US 285
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 285
15
Turn straight onto US 285
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US 285
16
Turn sharp right
1.6 mi
·
6 min
17
Arrive at destination
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 32.7 miles from Red River, NM, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.3 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 14 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.7 miles or 53m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Solo, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Red River, NM so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Red River, NM
This is one driving day of about 65.4 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Red River, NM.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Main Street for about 32.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.7 mi from Red River, NM · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.7 miles from Red River, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Solo, NM
The final approach into Solo, 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
$9.88 one way
$19.75 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.84 | $21.68 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.74 | $23.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.44 | $28.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.87 | $3.14 |
| Efficient EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.72 | $2.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.16 | $4.19 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Solo, NM
Morning in Solo on Friday
Local time
9:03 AM
MDT
Current temp
67°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
38 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 52m 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 Red River, NM to Solo, NM covers 65.4 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Main Street, NM 567, US 64. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.7 miles from Red River, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.88 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 Red River, NM to Solo, NM is easy. At 1h 52m with 44% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NM 38 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.2 miles (NM 522 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 32.3 miles (US 64): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Red River, NM to Solo, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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