Origin
Shiprock, NM
Morning in Shiprock on Wednesday
Local time
6:21 AM
MDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shiprock, NM to Albuquerque, NM
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 10m
Distance
211.4 mi
340 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 58m
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6 AM
4h 11m
8 AM
4h 37m
10 AM
4h 20m
12 PM
4h 17m
3 PM
4h 21m
5 PM
4h 36m
8 PM
4h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shiprock, NM
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Albuquerque, NM
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Trip Overview
The drive from Shiprock, NM to Albuquerque, NM covers 211.4 miles and takes about 4h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Bloomfield Boulevard, US 64, I 25 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 150.5 miles on South Bloomfield Boulevard. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.93 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
105.7 miles from Shiprock, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 9m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 4h 10m drive with frequent turns across 211.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Bloomfield Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 150.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 211.4 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 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
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
193.3 mi into trip
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~3h 48m 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
210.1 mi into trip
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~4h 7m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| South Bloomfield Boulevard | 150.5 mi | 2h 48m |
| US 64 | 29.7 mi | 40m |
| I 25 | 16.7 mi | 18m |
| Bloomfield Highway | 11.3 mi | 15m |
| US 550 | 1 mi | 1m |
| Central Avenue Northeast | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Locust Street Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| US 491 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Bloomfield Boulevard
— 150.5 mi, about 2h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shiprock, NM and Albuquerque, NM.
1
Start on this road
126 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
485 ft
·
22 sec
3
Turn right
459 ft
·
23 sec
4
Turn right onto US 491
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
US 491
5
Keep slight left at fork
132 ft
·
3 sec
6
Turn left onto US 64
30 mi
·
40 min
·
US 64
7
Turn left onto US 64
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Bloomfield Highway
8
Take the exit
484 ft
·
13 sec
9
Merge onto US 550
150 mi
·
2 hr 48 min
·
South Bloomfield Boulevard
10
Continue on US 550
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 550
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on US 550
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 550
Use the right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 25 South
13
Merge onto I 25
17 mi
·
18 min
·
I 25
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 224B
Toward Martin Luther King Junior Avenue, Central Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn straight onto Locust Street Northeast
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Locust Street Northeast
16
Turn right onto Central Avenue Northeast
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Central Avenue Northeast
17
Arrive at destination
Central Avenue Northwest
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 105.7 miles from Shiprock, NM, or about 2h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 150.5 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 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105.7 miles or 2h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 25m
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 Shiprock, 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 Shiprock, NM
This is one driving day of about 211.4 miles and 4h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Shiprock, 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.
The longest stretch is on South Bloomfield Boulevard for about 150.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 105.7 mi from Shiprock, NM · 2h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
106 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 105.7 miles from Shiprock, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before South Bloomfield Boulevard if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 150.5 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
$31.93 one way
$63.85 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
74 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $35.05 | $70.09 |
| premium | $4.56 | $37.94 | $75.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $46.67 | $93.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.4 | 0 | $22.20 | $10.15 |
| Efficient EV | 52.9 | 0 | $18.50 | $8.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 84.6 | 1 | $29.60 | $13.53 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% 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
Morning in Albuquerque on Wednesday
Local time
6:21 AM
MDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Bloomfield, NM
106 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
49 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
4h 10m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Shiprock, NM to Albuquerque, NM covers 211.4 miles and takes about 4h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Bloomfield Boulevard, US 64, I 25. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 105.7 miles from Shiprock, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.93 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 211.4 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Shiprock, NM to Albuquerque, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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