Origin
Artesia, NM
Afternoon in Artesia on Sunday
Local time
3:57 PM
MDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Artesia, NM to Deming, NM
Drive Time
4h 58m
Distance
235.9 mi
380 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 45m
★
6 AM
4h 59m
8 AM
5h 26m
10 AM
5h 8m
12 PM
5h 5m
3 PM
5h 9m
5 PM
5h 24m
8 PM
4h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Artesia, NM
Israel Torres
Deming, NM
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Trip Overview
Spanning 235.9 miles across the New Mexico high desert, this trip from Artesia to Deming takes approximately 4 hours and 58 minutes of drive time. Because the route is categorized as a mixed drive, it is best suited as a dedicated one-day journey rather than an overnight excursion. You can expect to spend about $36 on fuel, making it a relatively affordable trek through the Desert Southwest. Navigating primarily via US 70, US Highway 82, and the Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, you will traverse a significant portion of the state’s interior. Whether you are moving between these two desert hubs for work or leisure, the route offers a straightforward, albeit lengthy, connection across the regional landscape.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
117.9 miles from Artesia, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a varied driving experience as you transition across the state, with highway travel accounting for 53% of the total distance. The road profile shifts frequently, requiring you to stay alert through different types of terrain rather than settling into a monotonous interstate rhythm. You will find yourself on some stretches of open road, including a longest uninterrupted segment of 63.3 miles on US 70. These miles provide a steady pace, but the mix of local highways ensures the drive keeps a dynamic feel from start to finish. Being behind the wheel here means balancing long, quiet stretches with the practical realities of navigating multi-lane highways and secondary roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 63.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 111.5 miles in near US 70.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 58m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 111.5 miles (US 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 176.7 miles (US 70 / West Picacho Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 183.2 miles (US 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
111.5 mi into trip
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~2h 36m in
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US 70
Take the exit onto US 70
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
176.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 53m in
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US 70 / West Picacho Avenue
Turn right onto US 70 / West Picacho Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
183.2 mi into trip
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~4h 3m in
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US 70
Keep slight right at fork onto US 70 toward Arizona
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Arizona
4
235 mi into trip
|
~4h 56m in
Take the exit toward Railroad Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Railroad Boulevard
4
235.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 57m in
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North Pearl Street
Turn left onto North Pearl Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Artesia, NM to Deming, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Arizona along the way.
Arizona
183.2 mi in
|
~4h 3m
|
via US 70
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 70 | 63.3 mi | 1h 12m |
| US Highway 82 | 62.8 mi | 1h 22m |
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway | 51.3 mi | 52m |
| Hope Highway | 21.6 mi | 32m |
| James Canyon Highway | 16.8 mi | 26m |
| West Picacho Avenue | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| Charlie Lee Memorial Relief Route | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| West Main Street | 4.6 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
US 70
— 63.3 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Artesia, NM and Deming, NM.
1
Start on US 82
4.6 mi
·
6 min
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West Main Street
2
Continue on US 82
15 mi
·
22 min
·
Hope Highway
3
Continue on US 82
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
4
Continue on US 82
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Hope Highway
5
Continue on US 82
63 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
US Highway 82
6
Continue on US 82
17 mi
·
26 min
·
James Canyon Highway
7
Continue on US 54; US 70
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Charlie Lee Memorial Relief Route
Use the left / none lanes.
8
Take the exit onto US 70
63 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
US 70
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 70
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn right onto US 70
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
West Picacho Avenue
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 70
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
West Picacho Avenue
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 70
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
US 70
Toward Arizona
13
Merge onto I 10
51 mi
·
52 min
·
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Toward Railroad Boulevard
15
Turn left onto North Pearl Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
North Pearl Street
16
Turn right onto I 10 Bus
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
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East Pine Street
17
Arrive at destination
I 10 Bus
Trip Plan
To make the most of your nearly five-hour transit, plan to leave Artesia early in the day to avoid the heat and peak traffic hours. Although the route is manageable in a single day, budget for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh, as the drive can be fatiguing. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the longest 63.3-mile stretch on US 70, as service stations may be spaced further apart than you are used to. Since this is a one-day trip, the flexibility of your schedule is your greatest asset, allowing you to pace yourself comfortably. Always ensure your vehicle is prepped for desert driving conditions before departing to ensure a smooth arrival in Deming.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 117.9 miles from Artesia, NM, or about 2h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.9 miles or 2h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Deming, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Artesia, NM so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Artesia, NM
This is one driving day of about 235.9 miles and 4h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Artesia, NM.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 70 for about 63.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 117.9 mi from Artesia, NM · 2h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
118 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 117.9 miles from Artesia, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.3 miles.
Arriving in Deming, NM
The final approach into Deming, NM usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Deming, NM.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.06 one way
$72.13 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
83 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $39.56 | $79.11 |
| premium | $4.61 | $42.81 | $85.63 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $52.41 | $104.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.8 | 0 | $24.77 | $11.32 |
| Efficient EV | 59 | 0 | $20.64 | $9.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 94.4 | 1 | $33.03 | $15.10 |
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Deming, NM
Afternoon in Deming on Sunday
Local time
3:57 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 58m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Artesia, NM to Deming, NM covers 235.9 miles and takes about 4h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 70, US Highway 82, Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 117.9 miles from Artesia, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.06 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 58m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 111.5 miles (US 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 176.7 miles (US 70 / West Picacho Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 183.2 miles (US 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Artesia, NM to Deming, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Arizona along the way.
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