How far is Tularosa, NM from Roswell, NM?
The driving distance from Tularosa, NM to Roswell, NM is about 104.1 miles (167.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.1 miles (143.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 37m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 48m.
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.
Village in New Mexico, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tularosa and Roswell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tularosa and Roswell.
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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 · 22 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
102 mi · 2 hr 12 min · Central Avenue
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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 Tularosa 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.
Central Avenue
Turn right onto Central Avenue
102 mi · 02h 12m
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 Tularosa and Mostly Sunny near Roswell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tularosa to Roswell?
The road trip is about 104.1 miles (167.5 km) and usually takes 01h 48m 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?
Capitan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.9 miles from Tularosa and 52.1 miles from Roswell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.1 miles (143.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 15 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 2:52 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.90 one way or $27.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tularosa and Mostly Sunny near Roswell.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tularosa and Roswell. Straight-line distance: 89.12 mi (143.42 km).
#1 Tularosa
Town in New Mexico
| Population | 3,040 |
| Coordinates | 33.0739700, -106.0186000 |
| Altitude | 1374 |
| 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: 167 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 17m |
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 | $13.90 | $27.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $15.63 | $31.26 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $16.97 | $33.95 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $19.87 | $39.75 |
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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