Farmington, NM Road Trips
Sitting in the Desert Southwest, Farmington, NM is a local road trip base with 23 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 334 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Routes from Farmington, NM spread mainly south and east, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
23
Longest Drive
471.6 mi
Lovington, NM
Quickest Drive
3h 53m
Peralta, NM
Plan Around Farmington, NM
Popular Incoming Routes
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Continue From Farmington, NM
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Farmington, NM
Farmington, NM to Lovington, NM
Farmington, NM to Columbus, NM
Farmington, NM to Raton, NM
Farmington, NM to Capitan, NM
Farmington, NM to Tucumcari, NM
Farmington, NM to Questa, NM
Farmington, NM to Meadow Lake, NM
Farmington, NM to Belen, NM
Driving from Farmington, NM
On average, trips departing from Farmington, NM run 334 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 27m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 472 miles (9h 25m), while the shortest is just 216 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Farmington, NM are Lovington, NM (471.6 mi, 9h 25m), Columbus, NM (447.5 mi, 8h 37m), Raton, NM (377 mi, 6h 44m), Capitan, NM (353.4 mi, 6h 42m), and Tucumcari, NM (352.8 mi, 6h 27m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in NM currently averages around $3.79 per gallon. For the typical 334-mile trip from Farmington, NM, budget about $50 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 8 mapped routes leaving Farmington, NM and 15 routes heading into Farmington, NM, covering 23 total connections. Distances range from 216 to 472 miles.
The longest mapped route from Farmington, NM covers 472 miles and takes approximately 9h 25m. Shorter options start at just 216 miles.
The average route from Farmington, NM runs about 334 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 27m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.79/gallon for regular), the average 334-mile trip from Farmington, NM costs roughly $50 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Farmington, NM include Lovington, NM, Columbus, NM, Raton, NM and Capitan, NM. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Farmington, NM by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
46,339
Median Income
$63,745
Median Home Value
$225,400
Median Age
37.0
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Farmington, NM at a Glance
Founded
1901
Elevation
5,394 ft
Area
35 mi²
Notable People from Farmington, NM
A sampling of people born in Farmington, NM.
Melanie Stansbury
1979
United States Representative from New Mexico since 2021
Joe Kieyoomia
1919–1997
Recipient of the Purple Heart medal
Mike Dunn
1985
American baseball player for The Colorado Rockies
Chevel Shepherd
2002
American singer
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Farmington, NM.
Farmington Historic Downtown Commercial District
historic district in Farmington, New Mexico, United States
City data from Wikidata (Q1012695), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Farmington, NM
Farmington is a town in the northwest region of the state of New Mexico. It is notable as a gateway to Navajo Nation and the Four Corners area, and as a center for folk art, particularly Navajo weavings. Attractions associated with the nearby towns of Aztec, Bloomfield, Kirtland and Shiprock, about the nearest things that highly rural northwestern New Mexico has to "suburbs," are also covered in this article.
1 Aztec Ruins National Monument, 84 Ruins Road, Aztec (in the small town of Aztec, just northeast of Farmington proper on NM 516), ☏ +1 505 334-6174. Winter hours: daily, 8AM-5PM; summer hours: daily, 8AM-6PM. One of the many national parks and monuments of the Four Corners region, Aztec Ruins preserves the remains of a large pueblo village. A short trail winds through the ruins, allowing you to stoop through low doorways into the site and between the old walls. Another highlight is a massive restored kiva, which is quite impressive on the inside. Day use; $5/person entry fee (free for children 15 and under), interagency (NPS) annual pass applies. 2 Salmon Ruins. Open 9-5 daily (12-5 on Sundays during the winter). An archaeological site related to those at much more extensive Chaco Culture National Historical Park to the south (see under "Get out"). On US 64 between Farmington and Bloomfield. Admission $3, with reduced rates for seniors and children. 3 Shiprock. Located beyond the town of the same name, a spectacular monolith rising from the desert that has featured in many movies of the Wild West. It's well worth a visit for some photography. 4 Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 125 N Main Ave, Aztec, ☏ +1 505 334-9829. Historical artifacts and old or recreated buildings. (updated Sep 2021) Natural arches around Aztec, as they are numerous. One of the most visited is the 5 Cox Canyon Arch, though this is some distance (close to the Colorado state line). 6 Farmington Museum, 3041 E Main St, Farmington, ☏ +1 505-599-1174. M-Sa 10AM-5PM.
Farmington is known for its outstanding recreational facilities and events, annually hosting the Connie Mack World Series, the XTERRA Four Corners Off-Road Triathlon and The Road Apple Rally, the longest running annual mountain bike race in the country. World class trout fishing on the San Juan River, below the Navajo Dam, and golf at Pinon Hills Golf Course are top attractions year-around. 1 Northern Edge Casino, 2752 Indian Service Road 36, ☏ +1 505 960-7000, [email protected]. Slots and table games. (updated Feb 2025) 2 Flowing Water Casino, 2710 E Hwy 64, Shiprock, ☏ +1 505 368-2300. Slots only. (updated Feb 2025) 3 SunRay Park & Casino, 39 Rd 5568, Farmington, ☏ +1 505 566-1200. Slots, video poker, video blackjack, and horse racing. (updated Jan 2022) 4 Angel Peak Scenic Area, ☏ +1 505 564-7600. Some really impressive badlands. Hiking trails. Primitive camping. (updated Feb 2023) For a leisurely stroll along the Animas River, you can try the River Trails that interconnect for 8+ miles through the city. One place to access them is 5 Berg Park at 400 Scott Ave.
1 Three Rivers Restaurant and Brewhouse, 101 E Main St (at Orchard Ave), ☏ +1 505 324-2187. Great American food, craft beer, pizza, and shuffleboard. Friendly staff. Three Rivers won best beer and best cider at New Mexico's Fair Pro-Am Competition, so beer lovers have a good reason to get off the highway. (updated Jan 2022) 2 Rubio's Fine Mexican Dining, 116 S Main Ave, Aztec (between Chaco and Chuska Sts), ☏ +1 505 334-0599.
Lauter Haus Brewing Co, 1806 E 20th St, ☏ +1 505-326-BEER (2337). M-Sa noon-11PM, Su 10ː30PM-9PM. Brewery with food trucks and arcade games. (updated Feb 2023)
La Quinta Inn Farmington, 675 Scott Ave, ☏ +1 505 327-4706. outdoor pool. Kokopelli's Cave Bed & Breakfast, 87 Rd 1980, ☏ +1 505-860-3812, fax: +1 505 325-9671, [email protected]. Located in an underground cave which was dug out of sandstone. $240-380 (2 People/Four People).
Farmington is connected by roads coming from all directions. US-64 runs east-west through Bloomfield, Farmington, and Shiprock. US-550 runs north-south through Bloomfield and Aztec, running from near Albuquerque to the south and Durango to the north. US-491 runs north-south through Shiprock, continuing south to Gallup and north to Cortez. Farmington is served by commuter air links with Great Lakes Airlines, with flights to Denver under a codeshare agreement with United Airlines. No passenger trains serve the town.
Travel tips adapted from Farmington (New Mexico) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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