How far is Truth or Consequences, NM from Roswell, NM?
The driving distance from Truth or Consequences, NM to Roswell, NM is about 217 miles (349.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 158.6 miles (255.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 08m 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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Sunny then Patchy Blowing Dust
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Truth or Consequences and Roswell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Truth or Consequences and Roswell.
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Start on South Pershing Street
14 m · 4 sec · South Pershing Street
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Turn right onto Broadway Street
957 ft · 33 sec · Broadway Street
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Continue on North Date Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · North Date Street
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Continue on North Date Street
43 m · 2 sec · North Date Street
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Keep slight right to continue on North Date Street
124 m · 8 sec · North Date Street
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Keep slight right to continue on North Date Street
1369 ft · 31 sec · North Date Street
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Keep slight left to continue on North Date Street
57 m · 11 sec · North Date Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Date Street
1283 ft · 29 sec · Date Street
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Take the ramp slight right
60 mi · 1 hr
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Take the exit slight right toward San Antonio
2112 ft · 36 sec
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Continue on 2nd Street
107.3 mi · 2 hr 19 min · 2nd Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
47.1 mi · 1 hr
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Truth or Consequences and Roswell.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
2nd Street
Continue on 2nd Street
107 mi · 02h 19m
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.
Sunny leaving Truth or Consequences and Sunny then Patchy Blowing Dust near Roswell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Truth or Consequences to Roswell?
The road trip is about 217 miles (349.3 km) and usually takes 03h 34m 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?
Carrizozo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 108.4 miles from Truth or Consequences and 108.6 miles from Roswell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 158.6 miles (255.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 58.4 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 9:52 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.01 one way or $58.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Truth or Consequences and Sunny then Patchy Blowing Dust near Roswell.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Truth or Consequences and Roswell. Straight-line distance: 158.67 mi (255.35 km).
#1 Truth or Consequences
City in and county seat of Sierra County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 5,769 |
| Coordinates | 33.1284000, -107.2528100 |
| Altitude | 1294 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Roswell
A city in Chaves County, New Mexico.
| Population | 47,596 |
| Coordinates | 33.3943700, -104.5249100 |
| Altitude | 1090 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 70 (-104.524909, 33.39425)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 349 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 25m |
| 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 | $29.01 | $58.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $32.62 | $65.25 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $35.43 | $70.86 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $41.48 | $82.96 |
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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