Origin
Clovis, NM
Evening in Clovis on Sunday
Local time
5:05 PM
MDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clovis, NM to Anthony, NM
Drive Time
6h 25m
Distance
317.1 mi
510 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 13m
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6 AM
6h 25m
8 AM
6h 50m
10 AM
6h 34m
12 PM
6h 31m
3 PM
6h 35m
5 PM
6h 49m
8 PM
6h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clovis, NM
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Anthony, NM
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Trip Overview
Spanning 317.1 miles across the Desert Southwest, this journey from Clovis to Anthony typically takes about 6 hours and 25 minutes. Since the entire trip stays within New Mexico, it is manageable as a single-day commitment for most drivers. You should budget approximately $48 for fuel to complete the trek. While the route is straightforward enough to knock out in one go, you will want to account for at least one planned stop to stay refreshed. Transitioning from the high plains of Clovis toward the southern reaches of the state, you will experience a consistent desert landscape throughout the entire drive.
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
158.6 miles from Clovis, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving profile that combines local navigation with significant stretches of open road. You will start by navigating South Prince Street and West 2nd Street before transitioning to US 70, which serves as the primary artery for 55% of your trip. The longest uninterrupted segment covers 154.2 miles on US 70, requiring you to maintain focus during long periods of highway driving. Because the road conditions shift between local streets and high-speed highway travel, the pace will feel varied as you move through different desert environments. Prepare for a steady, consistent experience that demands attention to your fuel levels during the longest highway stretches.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 23 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 154.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near US 70 / South Prince Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 317.1 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (US 70 / South Prince Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.7 miles (East 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 112.1 miles (US 70; US 380 / West 2nd Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.9 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 70 / South Prince Street
Turn right onto US 70 / South Prince Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
18.7 mi into trip
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~23m in
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East 1st Street
Turn right onto East 1st Street
Navigation decision point
5
112.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 13m in
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US 70; US 380 / West 2nd Street
Turn right onto US 70; US 380 / West 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
226.7 mi into trip
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~4h 40m 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.
5
314.4 mi into trip
|
~6h 20m in
Take the exit toward NM 404: Anthony, Chaparral
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NM 404: Anthony, Chaparral
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 70 | 154.2 mi | 2h 56m |
| West 2nd Street | 100.6 mi | 2h 7m |
| South Prince Street | 17.4 mi | 21m |
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway | 17 mi | 17m |
| US 54 | 13.6 mi | 17m |
| I 25 | 7.7 mi | 10m |
| East 1st Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Anthony Drive | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 70
— 154.2 mi, about 2h 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clovis, NM and Anthony, NM.
1
Start on North Main Street
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 60; US 70; US 84
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
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East 1st Street
3
Turn right onto US 70
17 mi
·
21 min
·
South Prince Street
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on US 70
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
North Chicago Avenue
5
Turn right onto East 1st Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East 1st Street
6
Continue on US 70
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West 2nd Street
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on US 70
91 mi
·
1 hr 45 min
·
US 70
Use the none lane.
8
Turn right onto US 70; US 380
100 mi
·
2 hr 6 min
·
West 2nd Street
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto North Bookout Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
North Bookout Road
10
Turn left onto US 54; US 70
8.7 mi
·
10 min
·
US 54; US 70
11
Take the exit onto US 54; US 70
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
US 54; US 70
12
Take the exit onto US 70
63 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
US 70
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
14
Merge onto I 25
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
I 25
15
Merge onto I 10
17 mi
·
17 min
·
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Toward NM 404: Anthony, Chaparral
17
Turn right onto NM 404
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East O'Hara Road
18
Turn left onto NM 460
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Anthony Drive
19
Enter roundabout onto NM 460
409 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Anthony Drive
20
Continue on NM 460
115 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Anthony Drive
21
Turn right onto Miller Street
177 ft
·
12 sec
·
Miller Street
22
Turn left
107 ft
·
7 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this drive covers over 300 miles, departing early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid fatigue and ensure you reach Anthony before dark. With a requirement for at least one stop, look for opportunities to refuel during the middle portion of the route to avoid running low on the 154.2-mile stretch of US 70. Keep in mind that flexibility is a major advantage here; since the total duration is just over 6.5 hours, you have the freedom to adjust your pace based on traffic or personal preference. Always double-check your fuel gauge before leaving the Clovis area, as the $48 estimate assumes a consistent run through the desert. Prioritizing consistent hydration and regular movement during your single mandatory stop will make the long miles behind the wheel much more manageable.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 158.6 miles from Clovis, NM, or about 3h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 154.2 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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 158.6 miles or 3h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Anthony, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Clovis, 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 Clovis, NM
This is one driving day of about 317.1 miles and 6h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Clovis, 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 154.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 158.6 mi from Clovis, NM · 3h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
159 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 158.6 miles from Clovis, 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 154.2 miles.
Arriving in Anthony, NM
The final approach into Anthony, 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 Anthony, NM.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$48.48 one way
$96.95 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
111 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $53.17 | $106.34 |
| premium | $4.61 | $57.55 | $115.10 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $70.45 | $140.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 110.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 95.1 | 1 | $33.30 | $15.22 |
| Efficient EV | 79.3 | 0 | $27.75 | $12.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 126.8 | 1 | $44.39 | $20.29 |
Gas CO2
111 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Anthony, NM
Evening in Anthony on Sunday
Local time
5:05 PM
MDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
46°F
Artesia, NM
159 mi in
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
8 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 25m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Clovis, NM to Anthony, NM covers 317.1 miles and takes about 6h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 70, West 2nd Street, South Prince Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 158.6 miles from Clovis, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.48 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 317.1 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (US 70 / South Prince Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.7 miles (East 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 112.1 miles (US 70; US 380 / West 2nd Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Clovis, NM to Anthony, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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