How far is Ross Place, NM from Loving, NM?
The driving distance from Ross Place, NM to Loving, NM is about 45.5 miles (73.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.2 miles (42.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 13m 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 06m.
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.
Town in Eddy County, New Mexico, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ross Place and Loving.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ross Place and Loving.
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Start on Ross Lane
2.9 mi · 11 min · Ross Lane
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Turn left onto Orla Road
10.4 mi · 18 min · Orla Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
22.8 mi · 34 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Potash Mines Road
7.2 mi · 11 min · Potash Mines Road
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Keep slight left
2163 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight right onto Pecos Highway
1.6 mi · 2 min · Pecos Highway
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Turn slight left onto North 8th Street
2046 ft · 32 sec · North 8th Street
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Turn left onto West Cedar Street
1593 ft · 49 sec · West Cedar Street
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Turn left onto North 4th Street
32 m · 5 sec · North 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ross Place and Loving.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn left
22.8 mi · 00h 34m
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 near Loving.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ross Place to Loving?
The road trip is about 45.5 miles (73.2 km) and usually takes 01h 06m 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?
Carlsbad is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23 miles from Ross Place and 22.5 miles from Loving.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.2 miles (42.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.3 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 4:16 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.06 one way or $12.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ross Place and Sunny near Loving.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ross Place and Loving. Straight-line distance: 26.18 mi (42.14 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 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 |
End: North 4th Street (-104.095838, 32.286229)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 73 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $6.06 | $12.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.81 | $13.63 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.40 | $14.80 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.66 | $17.33 |
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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