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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Raton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Raton

With a population of 6,885, Raton is a must-see destination in New Mexico, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Raton to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Raton

Raton in January
Estimated hotel price
$81
1 night at 3-star hotel
Raton in January
Estimated hotel price
$81
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Raton in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 14 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 3″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Raton, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Raton

Plane

Although Raton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Taos (TSM), which is located 75 miles from Raton.

Train

The train station in Raton is called Raton, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Raton is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 198 miles from Raton. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Denver.

Plane

Although Raton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Taos (TSM), which is located 75 miles from Raton.

Train

The train station in Raton is called Raton, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Raton is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 198 miles from Raton. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Denver.

Airports near Raton

ALSAlamosa
PUBPueblo Memorial
TSMTaos

Airlines serving Raton

Contour
Good (26 reviews)
Southern / Mokulele
Good (27 reviews)
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Where to stay in Raton

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raton and Travelodge by Wyndham Raton.

Where to stay in popular areas of Raton

Most booked hotels in Raton

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Best Western Plus Raton Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 296 reviews)
$153+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Raton
2 stars
Excellent (8, 322 reviews)
$123+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raton
2 stars
Good (7.5, 587 reviews)
$81+
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Quality Inn Raton, Nm
2 stars
Good (7.5, 541 reviews)
$73+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Raton
2 stars
Good (6.1, 451 reviews)
$60+
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Travelodge by Wyndham Raton
2 stars
Okay (5.5, 662 reviews)
$56+
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Renting a car in Raton

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Raton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Raton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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