Origin
Santa Fe, NM
Afternoon in Santa Fe on Thursday
Local time
3:28 PM
MDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Santa Fe, NM to McIntosh, NM
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
61.5 mi
99 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Santa Fe, NM
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McIntosh, NM
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Trip Overview
The drive from Santa Fe, NM to McIntosh, NM covers 61.5 miles and takes about 1h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on NM 41, US 285, I 25 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 43.9 miles on NM 41. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.29 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 61.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 28m highway drive covering 61.5 miles, with most of the trip on NM 41 and US 285. The longest continuous stretch is about 43.9 miles on NM 41.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NM 41 is the longest continuous segment at about 43.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NM 41 and US 285. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Cathedral Place.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 28m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Cathedral Place): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Alameda Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.3 miles (Old Santa Fe Trail): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Cathedral Place
Turn right onto Cathedral Place
Navigation decision point
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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East Alameda Street
At end of road, turn right onto East Alameda Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Old Santa Fe Trail
Turn left onto Old Santa Fe Trail
Navigation decision point
4
3.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp toward I 25 North: Las Vegas, Clines Corners
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 25 North: Las Vegas, Clines Corners
5
61.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
Salt Mission Trail
Turn left onto Salt Mission Trail
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Santa Fe, NM to McIntosh, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Clines Corners along the way.
Clines Corners
3.9 mi in
|
~7m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NM 41 | 43.9 mi | 1h 2m |
| US 285 | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| I 25 | 6.2 mi | 6m |
| Old Pecos Trail | 3 mi | 5m |
| Old Santa Fe Trail | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Cathedral Place | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Salt Mission Trail | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Alameda Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NM 41
— 43.9 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Santa Fe, NM and McIntosh, NM.
1
Start on East San Francisco Street
294 ft
·
11 sec
·
East San Francisco Street
2
Turn right onto Cathedral Place
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Cathedral Place
3
At end of road, turn right onto East Alameda Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Alameda Street
4
Turn left onto Old Santa Fe Trail
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Santa Fe Trail
5
Continue on Old Pecos Trail
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Old Pecos Trail
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 25 North: Las Vegas, Clines Corners
7
Merge onto I 25
6.2 mi
·
6 min
·
I 25
8
Take the exit onto US 285
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
US 285
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 285
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
US 285
10
Turn right onto NM 41
44 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
NM 41
11
Turn left
334 ft
·
20 sec
12
Turn left onto Salt Mission Trail
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Salt Mission Trail
13
Arrive at destination
Salt Mission Trail
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.8 mi from Santa Fe, NM · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 30.8 miles from Santa Fe, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in McIntosh, NM
The final approach into McIntosh, 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
$9.29 one way
$18.58 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.20 | $20.39 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.04 | $22.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.58 | $27.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.46 | $2.95 |
| Efficient EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.38 | $2.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.61 | $3.94 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
McIntosh, NM
Afternoon in McIntosh on Thursday
Local time
3:28 PM
MDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
6 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 28m 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 Santa Fe, NM to McIntosh, NM covers 61.5 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NM 41, US 285, I 25. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.8 miles from Santa Fe, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.29 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 28m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Cathedral Place): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Alameda Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.3 miles (Old Santa Fe Trail): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Santa Fe, NM to McIntosh, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Clines Corners along the way.
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