Socorro, NM Towing
Maybe you stopped at El Camino on California Street for green chile enchiladas, walked back out to your car and found a flat. Or you grabbed a green chile cheeseburger at the Owl Bar in San Antonio and the car wouldn't start for the drive home. Whether you're at New Mexico Tech or on I-25 headed south, SelfTow is here to help.
The roads around Socorro
Socorro is a high-desert college town along the Camino Real corridor, in Socorro County. SelfTow's partner tow companies cover the town and the highways that run through it:
- I-25 runs along the west side of town with exits 147 and 150 for Socorro, north to Belen and Albuquerque and south to Truth or Consequences.
- US-60 heads west from town to Magdalena, the Very Large Array, Datil and Pie Town.
- US-380 starts at San Antonio (I-25 exit 139) and runs east past the Owl Bar to Bingham and Carrizozo, with about 70 miles of open country.
Wherever you are in Socorro, we can reach you
Places we tow from
- New Mexico Tech
- San Miguel Mission, one of the oldest churches in the country
- The historic Socorro Plaza
- Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge and its Festival of the Cranes
- The Very Large Array to the west
- The Trinity Site open-house days via Stallion Gate on US-380
Local favorites
- El Camino Restaurant on North California Street, a longtime stop for green chile enchiladas and breakfast
- Socorro Springs on California Street, a wood-fired pizza and craft-beer favorite
- The Owl Bar & Cafe in nearby San Antonio, famous for its green chile cheeseburger since the 1940s
Broke down in Socorro? Get help now
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Tow distances from Socorro
| Destination | Road miles | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | about 76 mi | about 1 hr 8 min |
| Belen | about 43 mi | about 39 min |
| Truth or Consequences | about 73 mi | about 1 hr 7 min |
| Las Cruces | about 146 mi | about 2 hr 7 min |
| Magdalena | about 27 mi | about 28 min |
Driving distances from Socorro. Tow prices depend on the distance and your vehicle; you'll see every company's all-in price before you choose.
Towns we cover near Socorro
Broke down outside Socorro? SelfTow partners also cover nearby towns like Escondida, Luis Lopez, Lemitar and Polvadera.
Common Questions
Can you reach me at the Bosque del Apache?
Yes. Partners cover NM-1 and the refuge area south of Socorro. During the Festival of the Cranes in November traffic is heavier, so share your exact pin.
Can you tow me from Socorro to Albuquerque?
Yes. It's about 75 miles up I-25 and one of the most common tows from Socorro. Enter your drop-off and compare each company's all-in price before you choose.
Do you help students with jump starts and lockouts?
Yes. Jump starts, lockouts and flat tires around campus are some of the most common calls in Socorro. Share your pin and choose the service you need.
Can you tow my car from Socorro back home?
Yes. Long-distance tows are available. Enter your home address as the drop-off and compare each company's all-in price before you choose.
I'm traveling through Socorro on the interstate. Can you reach me?
Yes. Partners cover the interstate around Socorro. Note your direction and the nearest mile marker so the driver gets on the right side.
How much does towing cost in Socorro?
Each tow company near Socorro sets its own rates, so the price depends on your vehicle, the distance and who's available. SelfTow shows every company's all-in price side by side before you choose, so there are no surprises when the driver arrives.
Can I request my own tow instead of calling someone?
Yes, that's the whole idea behind SelfTow. Share your location, pick your vehicle and the service you need, and confirm. No phone call required.