How far is Roswell, NM from Carlsbad, NM?
The driving distance from Roswell, NM to Carlsbad, NM is about 76.4 miles (122.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69.4 miles (111.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 42m 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 21m.
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.
City in New Mexico, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Roswell and Carlsbad.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roswell and Carlsbad.
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Start on West 2nd Street
657 ft · 25 sec · West 2nd Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Turn slight left onto Southeast Main Street
29.9 mi · 36 min · Southeast Main Street
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Continue on Roswell Highway
7.1 mi · 8 min · Roswell Highway
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Continue on North 1st Street
2 mi · 2 min · North 1st Street
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Continue on South 1st Street
3 mi · 3 min · South 1st Street
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Continue on Seven Rivers Highway
26.3 mi · 30 min · Seven Rivers Highway
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Continue on Artesia Highway
2.1 mi · 2 min · Artesia Highway
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Continue on Pierce Street
3.4 mi · 5 min · Pierce Street
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Continue on North Canal Street
1.1 mi · 1 min · North Canal Street
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Continue on North Canal Street
47 m · 10 sec · North Canal Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Canal Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Roswell and Carlsbad.
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
Turn slight left onto 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 Roswell and Sunny near Carlsbad.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Roswell to Carlsbad?
The road trip is about 76.4 miles (122.9 km) and usually takes 01h 21m 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 38.2 miles from Roswell and 38.2 miles from Carlsbad.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69.4 miles (111.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 7 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 3:48 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.19 one way or $20.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Roswell and Sunny near Carlsbad.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Roswell and Carlsbad. Straight-line distance: 69.43 mi (111.74 km).
#1 Roswell
A city in Chaves County, New Mexico.
| Population | 47,596 |
| Coordinates | 33.3943700, -104.5249100 |
| Altitude | 1090 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Carlsbad
Town in Eddy County, New Mexico, USA
| Population | 29,664 |
| Coordinates | 32.4206700, -104.2288400 |
| Altitude | 945 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 285 (-104.228955, 32.420671)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 123 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
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 | $10.19 | $20.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $11.46 | $22.91 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $12.44 | $24.88 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $14.57 | $29.13 |
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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