How far is Tucumcari, NM from Artesia, NM?
The driving distance from Tucumcari, NM to Artesia, NM is about 206.8 miles (332.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 165.5 miles (266.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 54m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 27m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in New Mexico, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tucumcari and Artesia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tucumcari and Artesia.
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Start on West Tucumcari Boulevard
563 ft · 18 sec · West Tucumcari Boulevard
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Turn right onto South 1st Street
30.9 mi · 39 min · South 1st Street
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Turn right
27.5 mi · 39 min
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Turn left onto Denby Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · Denby Avenue
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Turn right onto 10th Street
14.1 mi · 19 min · 10th Street
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Keep slight right
2.9 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right
17.4 mi · 24 min
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Turn right
61.2 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 285 South: Roswell
6.9 mi · 15 min
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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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Turn right onto West Main Street
1735 ft · 33 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tucumcari and Artesia.
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
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61.2 mi · 01h 11m
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.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Tucumcari and Mostly Sunny near Artesia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tucumcari to Artesia?
The road trip is about 206.8 miles (332.8 km) and usually takes 03h 27m 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?
Elida is a useful midpoint, sitting about 100.9 miles from Tucumcari and 105.9 miles from Artesia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 165.5 miles (266.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:06 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.65 one way or $55.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Tucumcari and Mostly Sunny near Artesia.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tucumcari and Artesia. Straight-line distance: 165.55 mi (266.43 km).
#1 Tucumcari
City in New Mexico, United States
| Population | 4,827 |
| Coordinates | 35.1719100, -103.7268600 |
| Altitude | 1247 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Artesia
City in New Mexico, USA
| Population | 12,214 |
| Coordinates | 32.8423300, -104.4033000 |
| Altitude | 1030 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Main Street (-104.4033, 32.842244)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 333 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 34m |
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 | $27.65 | $55.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $31.09 | $62.18 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $33.76 | $67.52 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $39.53 | $79.06 |
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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