How far is Clovis, NM from La Luz, NM?

The driving distance from Clovis, NM to La Luz, NM is about 221.8 miles (357 km), with a travel time of about 04h 34m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 185.7 miles (298.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 09m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
221.84 mi
04h 34m
Flight
185.65 mi
298.78 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
185.65 mi
Kilometers
298.78 km
Flight Time
00h 22m

Driving Distance

Road route
221.84 mi
Kilometers
357.02 km
Drive Time
04h 34m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 04h 34m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in La Luz
Mon, Apr 20, 5:05 AM MDT
Return by in Clovis
Mon, Apr 20, 9:40 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Clovis
2026-04-20T00:30
Arrive La Luz
Mon, Apr 20, 5:05 AM MDT
Route Timing
04h 34m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:35 AM to 12:35 PM MDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
7:50 AM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Clovis
9:00 PM MDT
Early departure recommended

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Roswell
NM

A city in Chaves County, New Mexico.

From Clovis
110.9 mi
02h 17m
To La Luz
111 mi
02h 17m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
69°F
Monday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Mon, Apr 20 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S
Destination
74°F
Monday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Mon, Apr 20 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
3 to 12 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Clovis and La Luz.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Clovis and La Luz.

  1. 1

    Start on North Main Street

    2231 ft · 55 sec · North Main Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto East 1st Street

    2685 ft · 46 sec · East 1st Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto South Prince Street

    17.4 mi · 21 min · South Prince Street

  4. 4

    Continue on North Chicago Avenue

    1782 ft · 51 sec · North Chicago Avenue

  5. 5

    Turn right onto East 1st Street

    1.1 mi · 3 min · East 1st Street

  6. 6

    Continue on West 2nd Street

    1.6 km · 1 min · West 2nd Street

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    91.4 mi · 1 hr 46 min

  8. 8

    Turn right onto West 2nd Street

    99.6 mi · 2 hr 6 min · West 2nd Street

  9. 9

    Turn left onto North Bookout Road

    1.5 mi · 3 min · North Bookout Road

  10. 10

    Turn left

    6.4 mi · 8 min

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Alamo Street

    2.2 mi · 4 min · Alamo Street

  12. 12

    At the end of the road, turn right onto La Luz Road

    67 m · 13 sec · La Luz Road

  13. 13

    Turn left onto Section Road

    77 m · 7 sec · Section Road

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Section Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Clovis and La Luz.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
14 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
6.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West 2nd Street
192 mi · 87%
South Prince Street
17.4 mi · 8%
Alamo Street
2.21 mi · 1%
East 1st Street
1.56 mi · 1%
North Bookout Road
1.46 mi · 1%
North Main Street
0.42 mi
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
04h 34m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+36.1 mi
185.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Roswell
02h 17m from Clovis
Leave By
7:50 AM MDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Clovis and Mostly Sunny near La Luz.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Clovis to La Luz?

The road trip is about 221.8 miles (357 km) and usually takes 04h 34m 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?

Roswell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 110.9 miles from Clovis and 111 miles from La Luz.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 185.7 miles (298.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.1 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 7:50 AM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.65 one way or $59.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Clovis and Mostly Sunny near La Luz.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Clovis and La Luz. Straight-line distance: 185.65 mi (298.78 km).

Clovis

#1 Clovis

City in New Mexico, USA

Population38,091
Coordinates34.4048000, -103.2052300
Altitude1301
CountryUnited States
La Luz

#2 La Luz

City in Otero County, New Mexico, United States of America

Population1,697
Coordinates32.9778700, -105.9419300
Altitude1448
CountryUnited States
Start: Clovis (-103.20523, 34.4048)
End: La Luz (-105.94193, 32.97787)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 357 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 23m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 32m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 26m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 41m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 10m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 46m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.83 gal
29.63 L · about $29.65
Round trip
$59.30
15.66 gal · 59.26 L
Estimated CO2
69.6 kg one way
Round trip: 139.2 kg / 307 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $29.65 $59.30
Mid-grade $4.26 $33.35 $66.70
Premium $4.63 $36.21 $72.43
Diesel $5.42 $42.40 $84.80

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in New Mexico · Apr 20, 2026

There is no time difference between Clovis and La Luz. The current time is 00:30:33.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.