How far is Tularosa, NM from Clovis, NM?
The driving distance from Tularosa, NM to Clovis, NM is about 212.9 miles (342.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 186 miles (299.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 11m 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 35m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A city in Chaves County, New Mexico.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tularosa and Clovis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tularosa and Clovis.
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Start on Saint Francis Drive
976 ft · 31 sec · Saint Francis Drive
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Turn left onto Higuera Avenue
1030 ft · 24 sec · Higuera Avenue
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Continue on Old Mescalero Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Old Mescalero Road
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Turn right onto Central Avenue
98.6 mi · 2 hr 5 min · Central Avenue
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Turn left onto Relief Route
6.2 mi · 9 min · Relief Route
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Continue on Highway Relief Route
1.3 mi · 2 min · Highway Relief Route
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Continue on Clovis Highway
85.9 mi · 1 hr 40 min · Clovis Highway
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Turn slight left
17.9 mi · 23 min
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Turn left onto East 1st Street
2723 ft · 48 sec · East 1st Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
2231 ft · 53 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tularosa and Clovis.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Central Avenue
Turn right onto Central Avenue
98.6 mi · 02h 05m
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 Tularosa and Sunny near Clovis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tularosa to Clovis?
The road trip is about 212.9 miles (342.6 km) and usually takes 03h 35m 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?
Roswell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 106.3 miles from Tularosa and 106.6 miles from Clovis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 186 miles (299.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.9 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 9:48 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.44 one way or $56.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 66.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tularosa and Sunny near Clovis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tularosa and Clovis. Straight-line distance: 185.96 mi (299.27 km).
#1 Tularosa
Town in New Mexico
| Population | 3,040 |
| Coordinates | 33.0739700, -106.0186000 |
| Altitude | 1374 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clovis
City in New Mexico, USA
| Population | 38,091 |
| Coordinates | 34.4048000, -103.2052300 |
| Altitude | 1301 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-103.205364, 34.4048)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 343 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 39m |
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 | $28.44 | $56.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $31.99 | $63.97 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $34.73 | $69.47 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $40.67 | $81.33 |
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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