Orbit I-40 speed limit in New Mexico
Mostly 75 mph: about 88% of I-40 in New Mexico is posted at 75. Limits run from 65 to 75 mph along the way. Through cities and towns it is mostly 65 mph.
How much of I-40 is at each limit
Open road
Mostly 75 mph
Through cities and towns
Mostly 65 mph
Questions
What is the speed limit on I-40 in New Mexico?
Mostly 75 mph: about 88% of I-40 in New Mexico is posted at 75. Limits run from 65 to 75 mph along the way. Through cities and towns it is mostly 65 mph.
What is the highest speed limit on I-40 in New Mexico?
75 mph, on 88% of its length in New Mexico.
Can the limit be lower than this?
Yes. Work zones, bad weather and local signs can set a lower limit. The posted sign is always the limit.
How does Orbit know the limit?
Orbit uses state and federal road data and OpenStreetMap, and drivers confirm limits from the road. In the app, the limit for the road you are on shows on the map and in CarPlay.
Posted limits as of October 2026, from state and federal road data and © OpenStreetMap contributors, measured by length of road. Work zones, weather and signs can set a lower limit; always follow the posted sign.