How far is Ross Place, NM from Artesia, NM?
The driving distance from Ross Place, NM to Artesia, NM is about 95.4 miles (153.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66.2 miles (106.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 23m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 11m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Eddy County, New Mexico, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Sunny then Patchy Blowing Dust
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ross Place and Artesia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ross Place and Artesia.
-
1
Start on Ross Lane
2.9 mi · 11 min · Ross Lane
-
2
Turn left onto Orla Road
10.4 mi · 18 min · Orla Road
-
3
At the end of the road, turn left
22.8 mi · 34 min
-
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto Potash Mines Road
7.2 mi · 11 min · Potash Mines Road
-
5
Keep slight right to continue on Potash Mines Road
2892 ft · 51 sec · Potash Mines Road
-
6
Turn right onto Pecos Highway
7.1 mi · 8 min · Pecos Highway
-
7
Continue on South Canal Street
1.1 km · 46 sec · South Canal Street
-
8
Keep slight right to continue on South Canal Street
3.3 mi · 4 min · South Canal Street
-
9
Continue on West Pierce Street
3.4 mi · 5 min · West Pierce Street
-
10
Continue on Artesia Highway
2.1 mi · 2 min · Artesia Highway
-
11
Continue on Seven Rivers Highway
25.3 mi · 29 min · Seven Rivers Highway
-
12
Continue on South 1st Street
3164 ft · 41 sec · South 1st Street
-
13
Continue on Seven Rivers Highway
1286 ft · 17 sec · Seven Rivers Highway
-
14
Continue on South 1st Street
3.2 mi · 4 min · South 1st Street
-
15
Turn left onto West Main Street
1782 ft · 36 sec · West Main Street
-
16
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ross Place and Artesia.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Seven Rivers Highway
Continue on Seven Rivers Highway
25.3 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Ross Place and Sunny then Patchy Blowing Dust near Artesia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ross Place to Artesia?
The road trip is about 95.4 miles (153.5 km) and usually takes 02h 11m 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?
Loving is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45 miles from Ross Place and 50.4 miles from Artesia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 66.2 miles (106.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:06 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.76 one way or $25.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ross Place and Sunny then Patchy Blowing Dust near Artesia.
Stop Ideas Near Loving
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Carlsbad Water System
Carlsbad Municipal Annex
Loving Village Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Loving.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ross Place and Artesia. Straight-line distance: 66.26 mi (106.63 km).
#1 Ross Place
Ross Place is a place in New Mexico, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.0720700, -103.7263100 |
| Altitude | 993 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Artesia
City in New Mexico, USA
| Population | 12,214 |
| Coordinates | 32.8423300, -104.4033000 |
| Altitude | 1030 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Main Street (-104.4033, 32.842244)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 154 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $12.76 | $25.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.35 | $28.71 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $15.59 | $31.17 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $18.25 | $36.50 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in New Mexico · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.