How far is La Luz, NM from Clovis, NM?
The driving distance from La Luz, NM to Clovis, NM is about 222.3 miles (357.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 185.7 miles (298.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 34m 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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A city in Chaves County, New Mexico.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Luz and Clovis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Luz and Clovis.
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Start on Section Road
77 m · 10 sec · Section Road
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Turn right onto La Luz Road
67 m · 11 sec · La Luz Road
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Turn left onto Alamo Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · Alamo Street
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Turn right
6.4 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto South Bookout Road
1325 ft · 27 sec · South Bookout Road
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Keep slight left to continue on South Bookout Road
1.3 km · 1 min · South Bookout Road
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Turn right onto Old Mescalero Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Old Mescalero Road
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Turn right onto Central Avenue
98.6 mi · 2 hr 5 min · Central Avenue
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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 La Luz and Clovis.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Central Avenue
Turn right onto Central Avenue
98.6 mi · 02h 05m
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.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving La Luz 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 Luz to Clovis?
The road trip is about 222.3 miles (357.7 km) and usually takes 03h 47m 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 La Luz and 111.4 miles from Clovis.
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 36.6 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 9:26 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.69 one way or $59.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around La Luz and Sunny near Clovis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Luz and Clovis. Straight-line distance: 185.65 mi (298.78 km).
#1 La Luz
City in Otero County, New Mexico, United States of America
| Population | 1,697 |
| Coordinates | 32.9778700, -105.9419300 |
| Altitude | 1448 |
| 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: 358 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 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.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $29.69 | $59.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $33.39 | $66.78 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $36.26 | $72.52 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $42.45 | $84.91 |
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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