Nogales to Rio Rico: Road Trip Guide & Distance

9.4 miles 15.1 km · straight line
12.2 miles estimated 19.6 km · driving distance
15min estimated drive time
$1 - $1 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
345° NNW bearing direction

How far is Nogales from Rio Rico?

The distance from Nogales to Rio Rico is 9.4 miles (15.1 km) as the crow flies. Rio Rico is located NNW of Nogales. By car, the driving distance is approximately 12.2 miles, taking about 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Nogales and Rio Rico. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Nogales to Rio Rico

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15min $1 - $1 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Nogales
31.34°N, 110.93°W
America/Phoenix
1168m elevation
Rio Rico
31.47°N, 110.98°W
America/Phoenix
1061m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 3 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients