How far is Roswell, NM from La Huerta, NM?
The driving distance from Roswell, NM to La Huerta, NM is about 76.5 miles (123.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 68 miles (109.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 04m 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 32m.
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 La Huerta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roswell and La Huerta.
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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
1.5 km · 1 min · Artesia Highway
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Turn left onto George Shoup Relief Route
3.3 mi · 4 min · George Shoup Relief Route
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Turn right onto North Canal Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · North Canal Street
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Turn left onto East Orchard Lane
2396 ft · 1 min · East Orchard Lane
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Turn left onto Mission Avenue
19 m · 3 sec · Mission Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mission Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Roswell and La Huerta.
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 La Huerta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Roswell to La Huerta?
The road trip is about 76.5 miles (123.1 km) and usually takes 01h 32m 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 38.3 miles from Roswell and 38.2 miles from La Huerta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 68 miles (109.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.5 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 3:26 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.90 one way or $23.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Roswell and Sunny near La Huerta.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Roswell and La Huerta. Straight-line distance: 68.06 mi (109.53 km).
#1 Roswell
A city in Chaves County, New Mexico.
| Population | 47,596 |
| Coordinates | 33.3943700, -104.5249100 |
| Altitude | 1090 |
| Country | United States |
#2 La Huerta
Located along the banks of the Pecos River at an elevation of 3120 feet, this southeastern New Mexico community is situated within Eddy County.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.4429000, -104.2210600 |
| Altitude | 951 |
| Country | United States |
End: La Huerta (-104.22106, 32.4429)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 123 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 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 | $4.41 | $11.90 | $23.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.83 | $13.05 | $26.10 |
| Premium | $5.16 | $13.93 | $27.87 |
| Diesel | $6.05 | $16.32 | $32.65 |
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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