How far is Boles Acres, NM from Roswell, NM?
The driving distance from Boles Acres, NM to Roswell, NM is about 123.8 miles (199.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.8 miles (151 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 14m.
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City in Lincoln County, New Mexico, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boles Acres and Roswell.
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Start on 1st Street
1718 ft · 1 min · 1st Street
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Turn right onto Boles Road
1005 ft · 28 sec · Boles Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto US Highway 54 South
4.3 mi · 6 min · US Highway 54 South
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Turn right onto Charlie Lee Memorial Relief Route
5.4 mi · 9 min · Charlie Lee Memorial Relief Route
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Turn left onto US 54,70
8.7 mi · 11 min · US 54,70
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Turn right onto South Bookout Road
1325 ft · 27 sec · South Bookout Road
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Keep slight left to continue on South Bookout Road
1.3 km · 1 min · South Bookout Road
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Turn right onto Old Mescalero Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Old Mescalero Road
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Turn right onto Central Avenue
102 mi · 2 hr 12 min · Central Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Boles Acres and Roswell.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Central Avenue
Turn right onto Central Avenue
102 mi · 02h 12m
Route Summary
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A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Boles Acres and Sunny near Roswell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Boles Acres to Roswell?
The road trip is about 123.8 miles (199.2 km) and usually takes 02h 14m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ruidoso Downs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.6 miles from Boles Acres and 62.1 miles from Roswell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.8 miles (151 km), while the road route adds roughly 30 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:02 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.55 one way or $33.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Boles Acres and Sunny near Roswell.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Boles Acres and Roswell. Straight-line distance: 93.8 mi (150.96 km).
#1 Boles Acres
City in Otero County, New Mexico, United States of America
| Population | 1,638 |
| Coordinates | 32.8070300, -105.9861000 |
| Altitude | 1251 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Roswell
A city in Chaves County, New Mexico.
| Population | 47,596 |
| Coordinates | 33.3943700, -104.5249100 |
| Altitude | 1090 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 70 (-104.524909, 33.39425)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 199 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $16.55 | $33.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $18.61 | $37.22 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $20.21 | $40.42 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $23.66 | $47.33 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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