Cost to drive from Albuquerque to El Paso
Driving from Albuquerque to El Paso covers 266 miles (428 km) and takes about 4h 37min without stops. At New Mexico's current fuel prices (week of 2026-07-20), the fuel for the trip costs about $35.80 in a typical petrol car — here's the full breakdown for petrol, diesel and electric.
| Location | Petrol/gal | Diesel/gal |
|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | $4.04 | $5.10 |
| El Paso | $3.71 | $4.90 |
Enter your fuel economy and see stops along the way.
How this cost is calculated
We take the real driving distance between Albuquerque and El Paso (266 miles) from OpenStreetMap routing, then multiply by a typical car's fuel use and New Mexico's current average pump price. The petrol figure assumes 30 MPG · 7.8 L/100km; diesel and EV use 35 MPG · 6.7 L/100km and 3.5 mi/kWh. Your real cost depends on your car, traffic, driving style and the stations you pick — use the planner for your exact numbers, and check live prices on the New Mexico fuel prices page.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to drive from Albuquerque to El Paso?
The drive is 266 miles (428 km) and takes about 4h 37min without stops. Fuel costs roughly $35.80 in an average petrol car, $38.78 in a diesel, and $12.92 in an electric car, using New Mexico's current fuel prices.
How far is it from Albuquerque to El Paso in miles and km?
About 266 miles or 428 kilometres by road — roughly 4h 37min of driving.
Is it cheaper to fill up in Albuquerque or El Paso?
Petrol is cheaper in Texas ($3.71/gal) than in New Mexico ($4.04/gal), so wait to fill up when you arrive.
How do I get the exact cost for my car?
Open the FuelWide route planner, enter your car's fuel economy, and it prices the trip on live data — and shows fuel or charging stops along the way.
Driving distance via OSRM / OpenStreetMap. Fuel prices are New Mexico's current official averages; efficiency and electricity rate are typical estimates. Your figure will vary — use the planner for an exact result.