Distance Guide
How far is Albuquerque from Las Cruces?
The distance between Albuquerque, NM and Las Cruces, NM is about 191 miles — roughly a 3 hr 28 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
191 mi
Drive time
3 hr 28 min
Midpoint
33.702°, -106.707°
Driving from Albuquerque to Las Cruces
Most drivers cover the 191-mile route in about 3 hr 28 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 96 miles each instead of 191. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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