How far is Roswell, NM from Lovington, NM?
The driving distance from Roswell, NM to Lovington, NM is about 94.9 miles (152.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.8 miles (120.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 08m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 34m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Lea County, New Mexico, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Roswell and Lovington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roswell and Lovington.
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Start on West 2nd Street
72.4 mi · 1 hr 47 min · West 2nd Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
19 mi · 22 min · South Main Street
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Keep slight right
1523 ft · 42 sec
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Continue on Plains Highway
1.2 km · 52 sec · Plains Highway
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Continue on Tatum Highway
1.2 mi · 1 min · Tatum Highway
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Continue on North Main Street
1 mi · 1 min · North Main Street
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Continue on South Main Avenue
1509 ft · 27 sec · South Main Avenue
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Turn left onto East Avenue D
7 m · 1 sec · East Avenue D
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Avenue D
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Roswell and Lovington.
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
72.4 mi · 01h 47m
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 Lovington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Roswell to Lovington?
The road trip is about 94.9 miles (152.8 km) and usually takes 01h 34m 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?
Tatum is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.4 miles from Roswell and 47.5 miles from Lovington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.8 miles (120.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.1 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 3:22 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.69 one way or $25.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Roswell and Sunny near Lovington.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Roswell and Lovington. Straight-line distance: 74.81 mi (120.4 km).
#1 Roswell
A city in Chaves County, New Mexico.
| Population | 47,596 |
| Coordinates | 33.3943700, -104.5249100 |
| Altitude | 1090 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lovington
City in Lea County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 11,474 |
| Coordinates | 32.9440100, -103.3485500 |
| Altitude | 1192 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Avenue D (-103.34855, 32.943976)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 153 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
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 | $12.69 | $25.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.27 | $28.54 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $15.49 | $30.99 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $18.14 | $36.28 |
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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