The drive from Alamogordo to Silver City is approximately 280 kilometers. The most practical way to travel is by personal vehicle via US-70 and NM-152. This route takes you through the beautiful mountain landscape of Southern New Mexico. The drive typically takes about 3.5 hours. It is a very scenic and winding trip.
Total Distance: Driving distance 280 km, straight-line air distance 240 km.
NM-152 is a very scenic mountain road.
Spring or Fall to avoid the heat of summer.