How far is Roswell, NM from El Cerro, NM?
The driving distance from Roswell, NM to El Cerro, NM is about 215.9 miles (347.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 155.3 miles (250 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 58m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 29m.
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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Roswell and El Cerro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roswell and El Cerro.
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Start on West 2nd Street
47.1 mi · 59 min · West 2nd Street
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Turn right
107.3 mi · 2 hr 19 min
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Keep slight right
1780 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
50.6 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 25: Belen
2.3 mi · 5 min
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Turn right onto East Reinken Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Reinken Avenue
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Continue on East River Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · East River Road
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Turn left onto NM 47
1.6 mi · 2 min · NM 47
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Continue on Highway 47
1.2 mi · 2 min · Highway 47
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Turn right onto La Entrada Road
3.1 mi · 8 min · La Entrada Road
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Turn left onto Patricio Road
61 m · 5 sec · Patricio Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Patricio Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Roswell and El Cerro.
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
Turn right
107 mi · 02h 19m
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 El Cerro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Roswell to El Cerro?
The road trip is about 215.9 miles (347.5 km) and usually takes 04h 29m 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?
Carrizozo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 107.9 miles from Roswell and 108.1 miles from El Cerro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 155.3 miles (250 km), while the road route adds roughly 60.6 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 8:02 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.59 one way or $67.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 67.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Roswell and Sunny near El Cerro.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Roswell and El Cerro. Straight-line distance: 155.34 mi (250 km).
#1 Roswell
A city in Chaves County, New Mexico.
| Population | 47,596 |
| Coordinates | 33.3943700, -104.5249100 |
| Altitude | 1090 |
| Country | United States |
#2 El Cerro
Located in Valencia County at an elevation of approximately 4843 feet, this central New Mexico community is situated in the semi-arid Rio Grande rift valley.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.7270000, -106.7108600 |
| Altitude | 1476 |
| Country | United States |
End: El Cerro (-106.71086, 34.727)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 348 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 41m |
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 | $33.59 | $67.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.83 | $36.84 | $73.67 |
| Premium | $5.16 | $39.33 | $78.65 |
| Diesel | $6.05 | $46.07 | $92.14 |
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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