How far is Roswell, NM from Loving, NM?
The driving distance from Roswell, NM to Loving, NM is about 88.8 miles (142.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 80.5 miles (129.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 34m 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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Halfway Point
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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 Loving.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roswell and Loving.
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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
3.2 mi · 4 min · North Canal Street
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Continue on South Canal Street
1.3 km · 56 sec · South Canal Street
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Continue on Pecos Highway
9 mi · 10 min · Pecos Highway
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Turn slight left onto North 8th Street
2046 ft · 32 sec · North 8th Street
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Turn left onto West Cedar Street
1593 ft · 49 sec · West Cedar Street
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Turn left onto North 4th Street
32 m · 5 sec · North 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Roswell and Loving.
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 Loving.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Roswell to Loving?
The road trip is about 88.8 miles (142.9 km) and usually takes 01h 47m 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 44.5 miles from Roswell and 44.3 miles from Loving.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 80.5 miles (129.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.3 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 2:56 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.85 one way or $23.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Roswell and Sunny near Loving.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Roswell and Loving. Straight-line distance: 80.52 mi (129.58 km).
#1 Roswell
A city in Chaves County, New Mexico.
| Population | 47,596 |
| Coordinates | 33.3943700, -104.5249100 |
| Altitude | 1090 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Loving
Human settlement in Eddy County, New Mexico, United States of America
| Population | 1,372 |
| Coordinates | 32.2862300, -104.0957700 |
| Altitude | 930 |
| Country | United States |
End: Loving (-104.09577, 32.28623)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 143 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
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 | $11.85 | $23.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.33 | $26.66 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.48 | $28.95 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $16.95 | $33.90 |
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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