Origin
Clovis, NM
Afternoon in Clovis on Thursday
Local time
4:39 PM
MDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clovis, NM to Dexter, NM
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 44m
Distance
130.3 mi
210 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 34m
★
6 AM
2h 44m
8 AM
3h 6m
10 AM
2h 52m
12 PM
2h 50m
3 PM
2h 53m
5 PM
3h 5m
8 PM
2h 38m
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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Dexter, NM
Mikhail Nilov
Trip Overview
The drive from Clovis, NM to Dexter, NM covers 130.3 miles and takes about 2h 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 70, South Prince Street, Southeast Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 90.9 miles on US 70. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.68 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
65.1 miles from Clovis, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 44m. Total distance: 130.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 44m highway drive covering 130.3 miles, with most of the trip on US 70 and South Prince Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 90.9 miles on US 70.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
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 90.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 70 and South Prince Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near US 70 / South Prince Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Clovis, NM to Dexter, NM is easy. At 2h 44m with 70% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (US 70 / South Prince Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.7 miles (East 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 104.7 miles (US 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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US 70 / South Prince Street
Turn right onto US 70 / South Prince Street
Navigation decision point
4
18.7 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
East 1st Street
Turn right onto East 1st Street
Navigation decision point
4
104.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 3m in
|
US 70
Take the exit onto US 70 toward US 285 South: Roswell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 285 South: Roswell
4
129.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 42m in
|
NM 340 / Cherokee Road
At end of road, turn left onto NM 340 / Cherokee Road
Navigation decision point
4
129.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 42m in
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NM 2 / Old Dexter Highway
Turn right onto NM 2 / Old Dexter Highway
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 70 | 90.9 mi | 1h 49m |
| South Prince Street | 17.4 mi | 21m |
| Southeast Main Street | 13.8 mi | 17m |
| East Shawnee Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| East 1st Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| West 2nd Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Chicago Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 70
— 90.9 mi, about 1h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clovis, NM and Dexter, 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
·
East 1st Street
3
Turn right onto US 70
17 mi
·
21 min
·
South Prince Street
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
7
Continue on US 70
84 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
US 70
8
Take the exit onto US 70
6.9 mi
·
14 min
·
US 70
Toward US 285 South: Roswell
9
Turn slight left onto US 285
14 mi
·
17 min
·
Southeast Main Street
10
Turn left onto NM 560
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
East Shawnee Road
11
At end of road, turn left onto NM 340
237 ft
·
8 sec
·
Cherokee Road
12
Turn right onto NM 2
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Old Dexter Highway
13
Continue on NM 2
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Shawnee Road
14
Turn straight onto NM 2
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Elford Avenue
15
Continue on NM 2
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
1st Street
16
Turn slight right onto NM 2
160 ft
·
3 sec
·
Old Dexter Highway
17
Arrive at destination
NM 2
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.1 miles from Clovis, NM, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.9 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 29 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.1 miles or 1h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dexter, 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 130.3 miles and 2h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 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 90.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.1 mi from Clovis, NM · 1h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 65.1 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 90.9 miles.
Arriving in Dexter, NM
The final approach into Dexter, 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 Dexter, 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
$19.68 one way
$39.36 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $21.60 | $43.20 |
| premium | $4.56 | $23.39 | $46.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.77 | $57.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.1 | 0 | $13.68 | $6.25 |
| Efficient EV | 32.6 | 0 | $11.40 | $5.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.1 | 0 | $18.24 | $8.34 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Dexter, NM
Afternoon in Dexter on Thursday
Local time
4:39 PM
MDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
85°F
Roswell, NM
65 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
33 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
2h 44m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 Dexter, NM covers 130.3 miles and takes about 2h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 70, South Prince Street, Southeast Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.1 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 $19.68 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Clovis, NM to Dexter, NM is easy. At 2h 44m with 70% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (US 70 / South Prince Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.7 miles (East 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 104.7 miles (US 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Clovis, NM to Dexter, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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