How far is Roswell, NM from Socorro, NM?
The driving distance from Roswell, NM to Socorro, NM is about 164.5 miles (264.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 143.5 miles (231 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 40m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 50m.
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.
Town of the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Roswell and Socorro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roswell and Socorro.
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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
8 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 25 BUS West, US 60 West: Socorro, Magdalena
1.7 mi · 3 min
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Turn right
12 m · 7 sec
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Turn left
24 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Roswell and Socorro.
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 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.
Partly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Roswell and Partly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Socorro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Roswell to Socorro?
The road trip is about 164.5 miles (264.7 km) and usually takes 02h 50m 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?
Carrizozo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.1 miles from Roswell and 82.3 miles from Socorro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 143.5 miles (231 km), while the road route adds roughly 21 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 12:50 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.96 one way or $43.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms around Roswell and Partly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Socorro.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Roswell and Socorro. Straight-line distance: 143.52 mi (230.97 km).
#1 Roswell
A city in Chaves County, New Mexico.
| Population | 47,596 |
| Coordinates | 33.3943700, -104.5249100 |
| Altitude | 1090 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Socorro
City in New Mexico
| Population | 8,315 |
| Coordinates | 34.0584000, -106.8914200 |
| Altitude | 1403 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-106.891416, 34.058367)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 265 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $21.96 | $43.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $24.70 | $49.40 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $26.83 | $53.65 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $31.41 | $62.81 |
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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