How far is Clovis, NM from Artesia, NM?
The driving distance from Clovis, NM to Artesia, NM is about 156.2 miles (251.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 128.1 miles (206.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 03m 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 02h 31m.
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
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Town in New Mexico, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clovis and Artesia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clovis and Artesia.
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Start on North Main Street
2231 ft · 55 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East 1st Street
2685 ft · 46 sec · East 1st Street
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Turn right onto South Prince Street
17.4 mi · 21 min · South Prince Street
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Continue on North Chicago Avenue
1782 ft · 51 sec · North Chicago Avenue
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Turn right onto East 1st Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · East 1st Street
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Continue on West 2nd Street
1.6 km · 1 min · West 2nd Street
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Continue straight
84 mi · 1 hr 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 285 South: Roswell
6.9 mi · 15 min
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Turn slight left onto Southeast Main Street
29.9 mi · 36 min · Southeast Main Street
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Continue on Roswell Highway
7.1 mi · 8 min · Roswell Highway
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Continue on North 1st Street
2 mi · 2 min · North 1st Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1735 ft · 33 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clovis and Artesia.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West 2nd Street
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84 mi · 01h 35m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Clovis and Mostly Cloudy near Artesia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clovis to Artesia?
The road trip is about 156.2 miles (251.4 km) and usually takes 02h 31m 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?
Elida is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.6 miles from Clovis and 80.6 miles from Artesia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 128.1 miles (206.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.1 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 1:26 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.87 one way or $41.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Clovis and Mostly Cloudy near Artesia.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clovis and Artesia. Straight-line distance: 128.08 mi (206.13 km).
#1 Clovis
City in New Mexico, USA
| Population | 38,091 |
| Coordinates | 34.4048000, -103.2052300 |
| Altitude | 1301 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Artesia
City in New Mexico, USA
| Population | 12,214 |
| Coordinates | 32.8423300, -104.4033000 |
| Altitude | 1030 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Main Street (-104.4033, 32.842244)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 251 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 56m |
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 | $20.87 | $41.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $23.47 | $46.93 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $25.48 | $50.97 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $29.84 | $59.67 |
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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