Origin
Clovis, NM
Evening in Clovis on Wednesday
Local time
7:05 PM
MDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clovis, NM to Black Rock, NM
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
7h 3m
Distance
368 mi
592 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 53m
★
6 AM
7h 4m
8 AM
7h 26m
10 AM
7h 12m
12 PM
7h 10m
3 PM
7h 13m
5 PM
7h 25m
8 PM
6h 57m
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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Black Rock, NM
Dexter Fernandes
Trip Overview
The drive from Clovis, NM to Black Rock, NM covers 368 miles and takes about 7h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West 7th Street, North 4th Street, Highway 84 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $55.58 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
184 miles from Clovis, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 7h 3m drive with frequent turns across 368 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West 7th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 3m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Clovis, NM to Black Rock, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 7th Street | — | — |
| North 4th Street | — | — |
| Highway 84 | — | — |
| Route 66 | — | — |
| I 40 West | — | — |
| I 40 | — | — |
| San Rafael Road | — | — |
| Ice Caves Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West 7th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clovis, NM and Black Rock, NM.
1
Start on North Main Street
43 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn right onto West 7th Street
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West 7th Street
3
Turn right
58 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
4
Turn right onto North 4th Street
0.6 mi
·
43 sec
·
North 4th Street
5
Continue on US Highway 84
41 mi
·
47 min
·
US Highway 84
6
Continue on Historic Route 66
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Historic Route 66
7
Turn left onto I 40 West
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
I 40 West
8
Merge slight left
194 mi
·
3 hr 19 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 40, NM 53, NM122: Grants, San Rafael
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 40, NM 53, NM122: Grants, San Rafael
10
Keep slight left
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
11
Turn left onto San Rafael Road
8.8 mi
·
11 min
·
San Rafael Road
12
Continue on Ice Caves Road
17 mi
·
21 min
·
Ice Caves Road
13
Continue on Ice Caves Rd. - NM53
25 mi
·
34 min
·
Ice Caves Rd. - NM53
14
Continue on Bond Street - NM53
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Bond Street - NM53
15
Continue on Highway 53 - NM53
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Highway 53 - NM53
16
Continue on San Rafael Road
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
San Rafael Road
17
Continue on NM 53
5.4 mi
·
13 min
·
NM 53
18
Turn right onto Route 301 East
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 301 East
19
Turn right onto B Avenue
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
B Avenue
20
Turn left onto 6th Street
417 ft
·
18 sec
·
6th Street
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 184 miles from Clovis, NM, or about 3h 31m into the drive.
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 81 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 184 miles or 3h 31m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Black Rock, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Clovis, NM
This is one driving day of about 368 miles and 7h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 81 miles from Clovis, NM.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 184 mi from Clovis, NM · 3h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
184 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 81 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 184 miles from Clovis, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Black Rock, NM
The final approach into Black Rock, 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 Black Rock, 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
$55.58 one way
$111.15 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
129 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $61.01 | $122.02 |
| premium | $4.56 | $66.05 | $132.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $81.25 | $162.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 128.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 110.4 | 1 | $38.64 | $17.66 |
| Efficient EV | 92 | 1 | $32.20 | $14.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 147.2 | 1 | $51.52 | $23.55 |
Gas CO2
129 kg
EV CO2
43 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
Black Rock, NM
Evening in Black Rock on Wednesday
Local time
7:05 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
40 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
7h 3m 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 Black Rock, NM covers 368 miles and takes about 7h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 7th Street, North 4th Street, Highway 84. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 184 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 $55.58 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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 3m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Clovis, NM to Black Rock, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Clovis, NM to Black Rock, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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