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Distance from Raton to La Jara
Route Information
The driving distance from Raton, New Mexico to La Jara, Colorado is 163.4 mi (263 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is 87.9 mi (141.4 km)
The estimated flight time is 0 hr 11 min
The estimated travel time by road is 2 hours 58 minutes
Traveling highway, substantial in a west direction. Average speeds around 64 mph.
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Journey Summary
Traveling from Raton, New Mexico to La Jara, Colorado covers 163.4 mi (263 km) in a west direction. This highway, substantial route typically takes 2 hours 58 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (144.3-163.4 miles / 232-263 km). The primary route shown here saves 37 minutes compared to alternatives.
The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 64 mph (103 km/h).
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How is the distance calculated?
Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.
When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.