How far is Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM from Carlsbad, NM?
The driving distance from Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM to Carlsbad, NM is about 258 miles (415.2 km), with a travel time of about 05h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 235.8 miles (379.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 11m 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.
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Halfway Point
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Village in De Baca County, New Mexico, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eldorado at Santa Fe and Carlsbad.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eldorado at Santa Fe and Carlsbad.
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Start on Avenida de los Compadres
1425 ft · 45 sec · Avenida de los Compadres
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Turn left onto Avenida Eldorado
2.4 mi · 4 min · Avenida Eldorado
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Continue on Avenue Eldorado
980 ft · 30 sec · Avenue Eldorado
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Turn right
173.2 mi · 3 hr 17 min
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Continue on North Main Street
6.9 mi · 14 min · North Main Street
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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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Continue on South 1st Street
3 mi · 3 min · South 1st Street
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Continue on Seven Rivers Highway
26.3 mi · 30 min · Seven Rivers Highway
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Continue on Artesia Highway
2.1 mi · 2 min · Artesia Highway
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Continue on Pierce Street
3.4 mi · 5 min · Pierce Street
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Continue on North Canal Street
1.1 mi · 1 min · North Canal Street
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Continue on North Canal Street
47 m · 10 sec · North Canal Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Canal Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eldorado at Santa Fe and Carlsbad.
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
173 mi · 03h 17m
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.
Sunny leaving Eldorado at Santa Fe and Sunny near Carlsbad.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eldorado at Santa Fe to Carlsbad?
The road trip is about 258 miles (415.2 km) and usually takes 05h 05m 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?
Fort Sumner is a useful midpoint, sitting about 129.2 miles from Eldorado at Santa Fe and 128.8 miles from Carlsbad.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 235.8 miles (379.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.2 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 6:48 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.46 one way or $68.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 80.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Eldorado at Santa Fe and Sunny near Carlsbad.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eldorado at Santa Fe and Carlsbad. Straight-line distance: 235.79 mi (379.46 km).
#1 Eldorado at Santa Fe
City in Santa Fe County, New Mexico, United States of America
| Population | 6,130 |
| Coordinates | 35.5264200, -105.9347400 |
| Altitude | 2035 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Carlsbad
Town in Eddy County, New Mexico, USA
| Population | 29,664 |
| Coordinates | 32.4206700, -104.2288400 |
| Altitude | 945 |
| Country | United States |
End: Carlsbad (-104.22884, 32.42067)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 415 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 13m |
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 | $34.46 | $68.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $38.76 | $77.51 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $42.09 | $84.18 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $49.28 | $98.55 |
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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