How far is Loving, NM from Roswell, NM?
The driving distance from Loving, NM to Roswell, NM is about 89 miles (143.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 80.5 miles (129.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 38m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Loving and Roswell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Loving and Roswell.
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Start on North 4th Street
32 m · 7 sec · North 4th Street
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Turn right onto West Cedar Street
1593 ft · 46 sec · West Cedar Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North 8th Street
2046 ft · 26 sec · North 8th Street
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Continue on Pecos Highway
9 mi · 10 min · Pecos Highway
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Continue on South Canal Street
1.1 km · 46 sec · South Canal Street
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Keep slight right to continue on South Canal Street
3.3 mi · 4 min · South Canal Street
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Continue on West Pierce Street
3.4 mi · 5 min · West Pierce Street
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Continue on Artesia Highway
2.1 mi · 2 min · Artesia Highway
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Continue on Seven Rivers Highway
25.3 mi · 29 min · Seven Rivers Highway
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Continue on South 1st Street
3164 ft · 41 sec · South 1st Street
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Continue on Seven Rivers Highway
1286 ft · 17 sec · Seven Rivers Highway
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Continue on South 1st Street
5.2 mi · 6 min · South 1st Street
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Continue on Roswell Highway
7.2 mi · 8 min · Roswell Highway
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Continue on Southeast Main Street
30 mi · 36 min · Southeast Main Street
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Continue on South Main Street
1 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West 2nd Street
657 ft · 21 sec · West 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Loving and Roswell.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Southeast Main Street
Continue on Southeast Main Street
30 mi · 00h 36m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Loving and Sunny near Roswell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Loving to Roswell?
The road trip is about 89 miles (143.2 km) and usually takes 01h 38m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Artesia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.5 miles from Loving and 44.5 miles from Roswell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 80.5 miles (129.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:12 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.89 one way or $23.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Loving and Sunny near Roswell.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Loving and Roswell. Straight-line distance: 80.52 mi (129.58 km).
#1 Loving
Human settlement in Eddy County, New Mexico, United States of America
| Population | 1,372 |
| Coordinates | 32.2862300, -104.0957700 |
| Altitude | 930 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Roswell
A city in Chaves County, New Mexico.
| Population | 47,596 |
| Coordinates | 33.3943700, -104.5249100 |
| Altitude | 1090 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 70 (-104.524909, 33.39425)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 143 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
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 | $11.89 | $23.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.37 | $26.75 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.52 | $29.05 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $17.00 | $34.01 |
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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