How far is Roswell, NM from Hatch, NM?
The driving distance from Roswell, NM to Hatch, NM is about 217.4 miles (349.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 160.4 miles (258.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 49m 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 24m.
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.
City in Otero County, New Mexico, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Roswell and Hatch.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roswell and Hatch.
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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
62.6 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 25: El Paso, Albuquerque
547 ft · 13 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 25 North: Albuquerque
1641 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
19.8 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right
2010 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
14.6 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NM 26 West: Hatch
1239 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue on West Canal Road
1517 ft · 32 sec · West Canal Road
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Turn left onto West Hall Street
25 m · 2 sec · West Hall Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Hall Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Roswell and Hatch.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Roswell and Sunny near Hatch.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Roswell to Hatch?
The road trip is about 217.4 miles (349.9 km) and usually takes 04h 24m 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?
La Luz is a useful midpoint, sitting about 108.7 miles from Roswell and 108.7 miles from Hatch.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 160.4 miles (258.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 57 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 8:10 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.05 one way or $58.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Roswell and Sunny near Hatch.
Stop Ideas Near La Luz
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to La Luz.
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Roswell and Hatch. Straight-line distance: 160.35 mi (258.06 km).
#1 Roswell
A city in Chaves County, New Mexico.
| Population | 47,596 |
| Coordinates | 33.3943700, -104.5249100 |
| Altitude | 1090 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hatch
Village in Doña Ana County, New Mexico, New Mexico
| Population | 1,678 |
| Coordinates | 32.6653600, -107.1530700 |
| Altitude | 1237 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hatch (-107.15307, 32.66536)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 350 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 42m |
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 | $29.05 | $58.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $32.67 | $65.33 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $35.47 | $70.95 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $41.53 | $83.07 |
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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