How far is Clovis, NM from Doña Ana, NM?
The driving distance from Clovis, NM to Doña Ana, NM is about 293.5 miles (472.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 250.4 miles (403 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 57m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lincoln County, New Mexico, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clovis and Doña Ana.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clovis and Doña Ana.
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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
91.4 mi · 1 hr 46 min
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Turn right onto West 2nd Street
99.6 mi · 2 hr 6 min · West 2nd Street
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Turn left onto North Bookout Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · North Bookout Road
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Turn left
8.7 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right
4.9 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right
62.6 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 25: El Paso, Albuquerque
547 ft · 13 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 25 North: Albuquerque
1641 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
3.1 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Doña Ana
1308 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left onto East Thorpe Road
2172 ft · 43 sec · East Thorpe Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Thorpe Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clovis and Doña Ana.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
West 2nd Street
Turn right onto West 2nd Street
99.6 mi · 02h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Clovis and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Doña Ana.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clovis to Doña Ana?
The road trip is about 293.5 miles (472.3 km) and usually takes 05h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ruidoso Downs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 146.7 miles from Clovis and 146.8 miles from Doña Ana.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 250.4 miles (403 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:04 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.23 one way or $78.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 92.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Clovis and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Doña Ana.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clovis and Doña Ana. Straight-line distance: 250.41 mi (403 km).
#1 Clovis
City in New Mexico, USA
| Population | 38,091 |
| Coordinates | 34.4048000, -103.2052300 |
| Altitude | 1301 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Doña Ana
Census designated place
| Population | 1,211 |
| Coordinates | 32.3895400, -106.8139000 |
| Altitude | 1208 |
| Country | United States |
End: Doña Ana (-106.8139, 32.38954)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 472 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 39m |
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 | $39.23 | $78.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $44.12 | $88.25 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $47.92 | $95.83 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $56.10 | $112.20 |
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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