How far is Roswell, NM from Chaparral, NM?
The driving distance from Roswell, NM to Chaparral, NM is about 188.5 miles (303.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 143.8 miles (231.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 24m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 12m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated community in Otero County, New Mexico, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Roswell and Chaparral.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roswell and Chaparral.
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Start on West 2nd Street
103.1 mi · 2 hr 13 min · West 2nd Street
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Turn left onto North Bookout Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · North Bookout Road
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Turn left
8.7 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right
4.9 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right
1673 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto US Highway 54 South
34.8 mi · 38 min · US Highway 54 South
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Continue on Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on US Highway 54
25.6 mi · 26 min · US Highway 54
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Turn right onto Angelina Boulevard
2.9 mi · 7 min · Angelina Boulevard
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Turn right onto Luna Drive
2.3 mi · 6 min · Luna Drive
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Turn left onto County Line Drive
2643 ft · 1 min · County Line Drive
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Turn right onto El Paseo Real Drive
2662 ft · 2 min · El Paseo Real Drive
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Turn left onto Prescott Anthony Drive
2 m · 1 sec · Prescott Anthony Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Prescott Anthony Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Roswell and Chaparral.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West 2nd Street
Start on West 2nd Street
103 mi · 02h 13m
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.
Sunny leaving Roswell and Sunny near Chaparral.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Roswell to Chaparral?
The road trip is about 188.5 miles (303.3 km) and usually takes 03h 12m 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?
Mescalero is a useful midpoint, sitting about 92.9 miles from Roswell and 95.6 miles from Chaparral.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 143.8 miles (231.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:36 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.31 one way or $58.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Roswell and Sunny near Chaparral.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Roswell and Chaparral. Straight-line distance: 143.77 mi (231.37 km).
#1 Roswell
A city in Chaves County, New Mexico.
| Population | 47,596 |
| Coordinates | 33.3943700, -104.5249100 |
| Altitude | 1090 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chaparral
Situated in the high desert environment of the Chihuahuan Desert at an elevation of 4,065 feet, this census-designated place lies in southeastern New Mexico just north of the Texas state line.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.0237600, -106.3856600 |
| Altitude | 1239 |
| Country | United States |
End: El Paseo Real Drive (-106.385672, 32.023774)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 303 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 21m |
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 | $4.41 | $29.31 | $58.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.83 | $32.15 | $64.29 |
| Premium | $5.16 | $34.32 | $68.64 |
| Diesel | $6.05 | $40.21 | $80.41 |
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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