How far is Causey, NM from Portales, NM?
The driving distance from Causey, NM to Portales, NM is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.3 miles (39.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Roosevelt County, New Mexico, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Causey and Portales.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Causey and Portales.
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Start on the route
16 mi · 22 min
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Turn right
16.9 mi · 21 min
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Turn right onto West 3rd Street
1611 ft · 56 sec · West 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Causey and Portales.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
16.9 mi · 00h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Causey and Showers And Thunderstorms near Portales.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Causey to Portales?
The road trip is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km) and usually takes 00h 44m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Dora is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.7 miles from Causey and 16.6 miles from Portales.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.3 miles (39.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.43 one way or $8.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Causey and Showers And Thunderstorms near Portales.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Causey and Portales. Straight-line distance: 24.31 mi (39.13 km).
#1 Causey
Village
| Population | 93 |
| Coordinates | 33.8792600, -103.1266100 |
| Altitude | 1243 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Portales
City in and the county seat of Roosevelt County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 11,487 |
| Coordinates | 34.1861900, -103.3344000 |
| Altitude | 1221 |
| Country | United States |
End: Portales (-103.3344, 34.18619)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 54 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $4.43 | $8.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $4.98 | $9.97 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.41 | $10.82 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $6.34 | $12.67 |
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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