Road Trip
- Companies: Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz
- Duration: Approximately 5 hours
- Distance: 300 km (186 miles)
- Costs:$2,500 MXN (including rental fees and fuel)
- Roads/Routes: I-40 E
Pro Tip: Make sure to stop at the Route 66 Café in New Mexico for a taste of authentic local cuisine and a quick rest before continuing your journey.
Recommendation: For the most efficient journey from Albuquerque, NM to Elk City, OK, I recommend renting a car from Enterprise Rent-A-Car or Hertz. The drive will take approximately 5 hours and cover around 300 km (186 miles) via the I-40 E highway. The estimated total cost for the rental and fuel will be approximately $2,500 MXN. This route is straightforward with beautiful scenery along the iconic Route 66, making it a pleasant road trip.