How far is Carlsbad, NM from Eunice, NM?
The driving distance from Carlsbad, NM to Eunice, NM is about 68 miles (109.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.4 miles (100.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 59m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 29m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Eddy County, New Mexico, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Carlsbad and Eunice.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carlsbad and Eunice.
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Start on North Canal Street
94 m · 12 sec · North Canal Street
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Continue on North Canal Street
1304 ft · 29 sec · North Canal Street
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Turn left onto West Greene Street
6.5 mi · 8 min · West Greene Street
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Continue on Hobbs Highway
20.4 mi · 22 min · Hobbs Highway
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Continue on West Carlsbad Highway
5.5 mi · 6 min · West Carlsbad Highway
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Turn right onto West NM Highway 176
28.5 mi · 42 min · West NM Highway 176
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At the end of the road, turn right
6.4 mi · 10 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
1854 ft · 37 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto West Avenue J
37 m · 5 sec · West Avenue J
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Avenue J
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Carlsbad and Eunice.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
West NM Highway 176
Turn right onto West NM Highway 176
28.5 mi · 00h 42m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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 Carlsbad and Sunny near Eunice.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Carlsbad to Eunice?
The road trip is about 68 miles (109.4 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Loving is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.9 miles from Carlsbad and 34.1 miles from Eunice.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.4 miles (100.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.6 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 3:30 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.09 one way or $18.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Carlsbad and Sunny near Eunice.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Carlsbad and Eunice. Straight-line distance: 62.4 mi (100.42 km).
#1 Carlsbad
Town in Eddy County, New Mexico, USA
| Population | 29,664 |
| Coordinates | 32.4206700, -104.2288400 |
| Altitude | 945 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eunice
City in Lea County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 3,049 |
| Coordinates | 32.4373400, -103.1590800 |
| Altitude | 1051 |
| Country | United States |
End: Eunice (-103.15908, 32.43734)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 109 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 50m |
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 | $9.09 | $18.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $10.22 | $20.44 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $11.10 | $22.20 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $13.00 | $25.99 |
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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