Origin
Sunland Park, NM
Late night in Sunland Park on Wednesday
Local time
4:13 AM
MDT
Current temp
83°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Sunland Park, NM to Crownpoint, NM
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
6h 46m
Distance
371.3 mi
598 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 34m
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6 AM
6h 46m
8 AM
7h 10m
10 AM
6h 55m
12 PM
6h 52m
3 PM
6h 56m
5 PM
7h 9m
8 PM
6h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sunland Park, NM
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Crownpoint, NM
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Trip Overview
The drive from Sunland Park, NM to Crownpoint, NM covers 371.3 miles and takes about 6h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 25, I 40, State Road 6 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 202.6 miles on I 25. At current regular gas prices, budget about $56.08 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
185.7 miles from Sunland Park, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 16m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 6h 46m highway drive covering 371.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 25 and I 40. The longest continuous stretch is about 202.6 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 25 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 202.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 25 and I 40. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Loma Vista Drive.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 371.3 miles you will encounter 16 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: at 0.1 miles (Loma Vista Drive): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (US 85 / Camino Real de Tierra Adentro): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles (I 10; US 85; US 180 / Camino Real de Tierra Adentro): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Loma Vista Drive
Turn left onto Loma Vista Drive
Navigation decision point
5
3.4 mi into trip
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~7m in
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US 85 / Camino Real de Tierra Adentro
Merge onto US 85 / Camino Real de Tierra Adentro
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
5.4 mi into trip
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~9m in
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I 10; US 85; US 180 / Camino Real de Tierra Adentro
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 85; US 180 / Camino Real de Tierra Adentro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
36 mi into trip
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~42m in
Take the exit toward I 25 North: Las Cruces, Albuquerque
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 25 North: Las Cruces, Albuquerque
6
345.9 mi into trip
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~6h 6m in
Take the exit toward NM 612, NM 371: Thoreau
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 53
Toward NM 612, NM 371: Thoreau
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 Sunland Park, NM to Crownpoint, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Albuquerque along the way.
Albuquerque
36 mi in
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~42m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 25 | 202.6 mi | 3h 24m |
| I 40 | 72.7 mi | 1h 12m |
| State Road 6 | 30.7 mi | 39m |
| State Highway 371 | 24 mi | 36m |
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway | 19.6 mi | 19m |
| Camino Real de Tierra Adentro | 13 mi | 15m |
| Sunland Park Drive | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Main Street Northwest | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 25
— 202.6 mi, about 3h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sunland Park, NM and Crownpoint, NM.
1
Start on Valle Vista Drive
370 ft
·
21 sec
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Valle Vista Drive
2
Turn left onto Loma Vista Drive
0.3 mi
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1 min
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Loma Vista Drive
3
At end of road, turn right onto NM 273
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
McNutt Road
4
Turn left onto Sunland Park Drive
1.9 mi
·
3 min
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Sunland Park Drive
5
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
6
Merge onto US 85
0.7 mi
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46 sec
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Camino Real de Tierra Adentro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto Camino Real de Tierra Adentro
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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Camino Real de Tierra Adentro
Toward I 10 West
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 85; US 180
11 mi
·
13 min
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Camino Real de Tierra Adentro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 10
20 mi
·
19 min
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Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
10
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 25 North: Las Cruces, Albuquerque
11
Continue on I 25
26 mi
·
28 min
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I 25
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
13
Merge onto I 25
176 mi
·
2 hr 56 min
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I 25
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Toward NM 6: Los Lunas
15
Turn left onto NM 6
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street Southwest
16
Continue on NM 6
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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Main Street Northwest
17
Continue on NM 6
31 mi
·
39 min
·
State Road 6
18
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
19
Merge onto I 40
73 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
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I 40
20
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 53
Toward NM 612, NM 371: Thoreau
21
Turn right onto NM 371
24 mi
·
36 min
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State Highway 371
22
Turn left onto N1042
519 ft
·
14 sec
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Stacher Street
23
Continue on N1042
0.8 mi
·
2 min
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Chaco Boulevard
24
Turn right onto N1043
92 ft
·
4 sec
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N1043
25
Arrive at destination
N1043
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 185.7 miles from Sunland Park, NM, or about 3h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 202.6 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 82 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 185.7 miles or 3h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crownpoint, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sunland Park, 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 Sunland Park, NM
This is one driving day of about 371.3 miles and 6h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Sunland Park, 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 I 25 for about 202.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 185.7 mi from Sunland Park, NM · 3h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
186 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 82 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 185.7 miles from Sunland Park, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 25 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 202.6 miles.
Arriving in Crownpoint, NM
The final approach into Crownpoint, 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 Crownpoint, 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
$56.08 one way
$112.15 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
130 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $61.56 | $123.11 |
| premium | $4.56 | $66.64 | $133.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $81.98 | $163.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 129.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 111.4 | 1 | $38.99 | $17.82 |
| Efficient EV | 92.8 | 1 | $32.49 | $14.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 148.5 | 1 | $51.98 | $23.76 |
Gas CO2
130 kg
EV CO2
43 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Crownpoint, NM
Late night in Crownpoint on Wednesday
Local time
4:13 AM
MDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Socorro, NM
186 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 46m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Sunland Park, NM to Crownpoint, NM covers 371.3 miles and takes about 6h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 25, I 40, State Road 6. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 185.7 miles from Sunland Park, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $56.08 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 371.3 miles you will encounter 16 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: at 0.1 miles (Loma Vista Drive): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (US 85 / Camino Real de Tierra Adentro): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles (I 10; US 85; US 180 / Camino Real de Tierra Adentro): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Sunland Park, NM to Crownpoint, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Albuquerque along the way.
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