How far is La Huerta, NM from Clovis, NM?
The driving distance from La Huerta, NM to Clovis, NM is about 181 miles (291.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 147.6 miles (237.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 28m 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
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 03h 14m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Human settlement in Lea 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 La Huerta and Clovis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Huerta and Clovis.
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Start on Mission Avenue
19 m · 8 sec · Mission Avenue
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Turn left onto East Orchard Lane
2.3 mi · 5 min · East Orchard Lane
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Greene Street
3.9 mi · 5 min · East Greene Street
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Continue on Hobbs Highway
20.4 mi · 22 min · Hobbs Highway
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Continue on West Carlsbad Highway
29.6 mi · 34 min · West Carlsbad Highway
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Turn left onto South NM Highway 483
13.7 mi · 24 min · South NM Highway 483
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Continue on South 2nd Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · South 2nd Street
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Turn right onto West Avenue R
1040 ft · 28 sec · West Avenue R
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Turn sharp left onto South Main Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Main Avenue
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Continue on North Main Street
1 mi · 1 min · North Main Street
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Continue on Tatum Highway
1.2 mi · 1 min · Tatum Highway
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Continue on Plains Highway
2815 ft · 36 sec · Plains Highway
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Take the exit slight right
1 km · 2 min
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Continue on Tatum Highway
83 mi · 1 hr 36 min · Tatum Highway
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Continue on South Avenue C
599 ft · 22 sec · South Avenue C
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Turn right onto West 7th Street
2191 ft · 1 min · West 7th Street
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Turn left onto South Chicago Avenue
1482 ft · 48 sec · South Chicago Avenue
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Merge slight left onto South Chicago Avenue
1879 ft · 53 sec · South Chicago Avenue
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Continue on Clovis Highway
17.4 mi · 22 min · Clovis Highway
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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 La Huerta and Clovis.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Tatum Highway
Continue on Tatum Highway
83 mi · 01h 36m
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 La Huerta and Sunny near Clovis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Huerta to Clovis?
The road trip is about 181 miles (291.3 km) and usually takes 03h 14m 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?
Tatum is a useful midpoint, sitting about 89.9 miles from La Huerta and 91.1 miles from Clovis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 147.6 miles (237.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.4 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 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:32 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.17 one way or $56.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around La Huerta and Sunny near Clovis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Huerta and Clovis. Straight-line distance: 147.67 mi (237.65 km).
#1 La Huerta
Located along the banks of the Pecos River at an elevation of 3120 feet, this southeastern New Mexico community is situated within Eddy County.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.4429000, -104.2210600 |
| Altitude | 951 |
| 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: 291 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 15m |
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 | $4.41 | $28.17 | $56.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.83 | $30.89 | $61.78 |
| Premium | $5.16 | $32.98 | $65.96 |
| Diesel | $6.05 | $38.63 | $77.27 |
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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