How far is Clovis, NM from Mesilla, NM?
The driving distance from Clovis, NM to Mesilla, NM is about 296 miles (476.4 km), with a travel time of about 06h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 254.6 miles (409.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 12h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 06h 06m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
City in Lincoln 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 Clovis and Mesilla.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clovis and Mesilla.
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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
62.8 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Continue on North Main Street
2.4 mi · 5 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West Picacho Avenue
977 ft · 29 sec · West Picacho Avenue
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Turn left onto North Alameda Boulevard
1 mi · 2 min · North Alameda Boulevard
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Turn right onto South Main Street
2323 ft · 50 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto Avenida de Mesilla
1.9 mi · 3 min · Avenida de Mesilla
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Turn right onto Calle de Santiago
2708 ft · 2 min · Calle de Santiago
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Calle del Oeste
1 m · 1 sec · Calle del Oeste
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Calle del Oeste
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clovis and Mesilla.
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
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.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Sunny leaving Clovis and Sunny near Mesilla.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clovis to Mesilla?
The road trip is about 296 miles (476.4 km) and usually takes 06h 06m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ruidoso Downs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 147.9 miles from Clovis and 148 miles from Mesilla.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 254.6 miles (409.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.4 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 7:30 AM MDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.57 one way or $79.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 92.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Clovis and Sunny near Mesilla.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clovis and Mesilla. Straight-line distance: 254.59 mi (409.73 km).
#1 Clovis
City in New Mexico, USA
| Population | 38,091 |
| Coordinates | 34.4048000, -103.2052300 |
| Altitude | 1301 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mesilla
City in Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States of America
| Population | 1,844 |
| Coordinates | 32.2700900, -106.8008400 |
| Altitude | 1183 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mesilla (-106.80084, 32.27009)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 476 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 41m |
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 | $39.57 | $79.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $44.51 | $89.01 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $48.33 | $96.66 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $56.59 | $113.17 |
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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