How far is Elephant Butte, NM from Clovis, NM?
The driving distance from Elephant Butte, NM to Clovis, NM is about 328.3 miles (528.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 244.4 miles (393.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 01m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 30m.
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Halfway Point
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Village in New Mexico, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elephant Butte and Clovis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elephant Butte and Clovis.
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Start on the route
103 m · 25 sec
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Turn right
650 ft · 54 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
1381 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto East 3rd Avenue
2.3 mi · 5 min · East 3rd Avenue
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Turn right
2.1 mi · 3 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Lakeshore Road
4.4 mi · 9 min · Lakeshore Road
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Take the ramp straight
55.5 mi · 56 min
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Take the exit slight right toward San Antonio
2112 ft · 36 sec
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Continue on 2nd Street
107.3 mi · 2 hr 19 min · 2nd Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
43.6 mi · 53 min
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Turn left onto Relief Route
6.2 mi · 9 min · Relief Route
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Continue on Highway Relief Route
1.3 mi · 2 min · Highway Relief Route
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Continue on Clovis Highway
85.9 mi · 1 hr 40 min · Clovis Highway
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Turn slight left
17.9 mi · 23 min
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Turn left onto East 1st Street
2723 ft · 48 sec · East 1st Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
2231 ft · 53 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elephant Butte and Clovis.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
2nd Street
Continue on 2nd Street
107 mi · 02h 19m
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 Elephant Butte and Sunny near Clovis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elephant Butte to Clovis?
The road trip is about 328.3 miles (528.3 km) and usually takes 05h 30m 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?
Capitan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 164 miles from Elephant Butte and 164.3 miles from Clovis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 244.4 miles (393.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 83.9 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 5:58 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $43.85 one way or $87.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 102.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Elephant Butte and Sunny near Clovis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elephant Butte and Clovis. Straight-line distance: 244.45 mi (393.4 km).
#1 Elephant Butte
City in Sierra County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 1,320 |
| Coordinates | 33.1486800, -107.1847500 |
| Altitude | 1361 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clovis
City in New Mexico, USA
| Population | 38,091 |
| Coordinates | 34.4048000, -103.2052300 |
| Altitude | 1301 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-103.205364, 34.4048)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 528 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 05m |
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 | $43.85 | $87.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $49.32 | $98.64 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $53.56 | $107.12 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $62.71 | $125.41 |
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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