Origin
Zuni Pueblo, NM
Afternoon in Zuni Pueblo on Sunday
Local time
3:57 PM
MDT
Current temp
39°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Zuni Pueblo, NM to Deming, NM
Drive Time
6h 30m
Distance
281.2 mi
452 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 18m
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6 AM
6h 30m
8 AM
6h 55m
10 AM
6h 39m
12 PM
6h 37m
3 PM
6h 40m
5 PM
6h 54m
8 PM
6h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Zuni Pueblo to Deming covers 281.2 miles of the New Mexico Desert Southwest, typically taking about 6 hours and 30 minutes of drive time. Because this is a highway-focused journey, you can easily complete it in a single day, though it requires steady attention to the road. Expect to set aside roughly $43 for fuel to cover the distance. While the route is straightforward, it is best suited for those who enjoy long stretches of open road. Since you are staying within the same region, the landscape maintains a consistent desert character throughout the trip. Planning for one major stop will help break up the time behind the wheel.
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
140.6 miles from Zuni Pueblo, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip leans heavily on major thoroughfares, with approximately 61% of your journey spent on highways like US 180, AZ 61, and Tom Foy Boulevard. You will experience a mix of driving conditions, including a significant 119-mile uninterrupted stretch on US 180 that demands focus and preparation. The road personality shifts from rural stretches to more developed local road segments as you approach your destination. Rather than a repetitive interstate grind, you will navigate a variety of road types that keep the drive engaging. Anticipate a steady pace that rewards drivers who prefer consistent highway travel over frequent, winding turns.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 180 is the longest continuous segment at about 119 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 180 and AZ 61. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Pincion Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 30m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 9 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Pincion Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (NM 53 / New Mexico 53): Navigation decision point; at 54.7 miles (US 180; US 191 / White Mountain Drive): 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.
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Pincion Street
Turn slight right onto Pincion Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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NM 53 / New Mexico 53
Turn right onto NM 53 / New Mexico 53
Navigation decision point
4
54.7 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
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US 180; US 191 / White Mountain Drive
Turn left onto US 180; US 191 / White Mountain Drive
Navigation decision point
4
80.1 mi into trip
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~1h 44m in
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US 60; US 180; US 191 / Show Low-Springerville-East Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 60; US 180; US 191 / Show Low-Springerville-East Highway
Navigation decision point
4
86.3 mi into trip
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~1h 52m in
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US 180; US 191 / East Central Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 180; US 191 / East Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 180 | 119 mi | 2h 51m |
| AZ 61 | 42.8 mi | 50m |
| Tom Foy Boulevard | 37.9 mi | 45m |
| Springerville-Alpine-State Line Highway | 25.8 mi | 38m |
| Holbrook-Springerville Highway | 23.8 mi | 35m |
| New Mexico Highway 53 | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| Silver Heights Boulevard | 9.3 mi | 17m |
| Show Low-Springerville-East Highway | 4.3 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
US 180
— 119 mi, about 2h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Zuni Pueblo, NM and Deming, NM.
1
Start on Twin Buttes Drive
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
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Twin Buttes Drive
2
Turn slight right onto Pincion Street
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
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Pincion Street
3
Turn right onto NM 53
1.4 mi
·
3 min
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New Mexico 53
4
Continue on NM 53
10 mi
·
11 min
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New Mexico Highway 53
5
Continue on AZ 61
43 mi
·
50 min
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AZ 61
6
Turn left onto US 180; US 191
1.6 mi
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2 min
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White Mountain Drive
7
Continue on US 180; US 191
24 mi
·
35 min
·
Holbrook-Springerville Highway
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 60; US 180; US 191
4.3 mi
·
4 min
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Show Low-Springerville-East Highway
9
Turn right onto US 180; US 191
1.9 mi
·
2 min
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Springerville-Alpine-State Line Highway
10
At end of road, turn left onto US 180; US 191
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
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East Central Avenue
11
Turn straight onto US 180; US 191
24 mi
·
35 min
·
Springerville-Alpine-State Line Highway
12
Turn left onto US 180
119 mi
·
2 hr 51 min
·
US 180
13
Turn left onto NM 90
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
North Hudson Street
14
Continue on US 180
9.3 mi
·
17 min
·
Silver Heights Boulevard
Use the none lane.
15
Continue on US 180
38 mi
·
45 min
·
Tom Foy Boulevard
16
Continue on US 180
4.2 mi
·
6 min
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North Gold Avenue
17
Turn left onto I 10 Bus
442 ft
·
18 sec
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East Pine Street
18
Continue on I 10 Bus
398 ft
·
14 sec
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East Pine Street
19
Arrive at destination
I 10 Bus
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 6-hour and 30-minute excursion, consider departing early in the morning to maximize daylight hours. Since you only have one planned stop along the way, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before hitting the long 119-mile stretch on US 180 to avoid any unnecessary range anxiety. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, especially given the $43 estimate for the total trip. Flexibility is your biggest advantage on this route, so feel free to adjust your pace if you encounter unexpected traffic or weather conditions. Most importantly, stay hydrated and keep snacks handy, as services can be sparse between major highway segments.
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 140.6 miles from Zuni Pueblo, NM, or about 3h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 119 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 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 140.6 miles or 3h 11m 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 21m
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 Zuni Pueblo, 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 Zuni Pueblo, NM
This is one driving day of about 281.2 miles and 6h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Zuni Pueblo, 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 US 180 for about 119 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 140.6 mi from Zuni Pueblo, NM · 3h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
141 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 140.6 miles from Zuni Pueblo, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 180 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 119 miles.
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.
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
$42.99 one way
$85.98 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
98 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $47.15 | $94.30 |
| premium | $4.61 | $51.04 | $102.07 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $62.47 | $124.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 98.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 84.4 | 1 | $29.53 | $13.50 |
| Efficient EV | 70.3 | 0 | $24.60 | $11.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 112.5 | 1 | $39.37 | $18.00 |
Gas CO2
98 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (66% 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
Deming, NM
Afternoon in Deming on Sunday
Local time
3:57 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°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
4 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
6h 30m 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 Zuni Pueblo, NM to Deming, NM covers 281.2 miles and takes about 6h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 180, AZ 61, Tom Foy Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 140.6 miles from Zuni Pueblo, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.99 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 30m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 9 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Pincion Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (NM 53 / New Mexico 53): Navigation decision point; at 54.7 miles (US 180; US 191 / White Mountain Drive): Navigation decision point.
The route from Zuni Pueblo, NM to Deming, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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