Origin
Clovis, NM
Evening in Clovis on Friday
Local time
6:28 PM
MDT
Current temp
83°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Clovis, NM to Santa Teresa, NM
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 34m
Distance
320.6 mi
516 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 22m
★
6 AM
6h 34m
8 AM
6h 58m
10 AM
6h 43m
12 PM
6h 40m
3 PM
6h 44m
5 PM
6h 57m
8 PM
6h 27m
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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Santa Teresa, NM
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Trip Overview
Clovis, NM to Santa Teresa, NM is 320.6 miles and takes about 6h 34m via US 70 and US Highway 54 South, with a fuel budget near $48 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within the Desert Southwest region, offering a straightforward journey through New Mexico. Given its duration and distance, it’s a manageable one-day trip for most drivers. You'll primarily be on well-maintained highways, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently. Consider this drive if you're looking for a no-fuss transition between these two New Mexico locations.
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
160.3 miles from Clovis, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 15m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 34m. Total distance: 320.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 34m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (53%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This trip features a mixed drive profile, with 53% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on US 70 and US Highway 54 South, which are typically good, open roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 100.6 miles on West 2nd Street, suggesting a period where services might be less frequent. While much of the drive will be on these main arteries, expect some sections that feel more like local roads as you navigate through towns. The overall feel is less about sweeping vistas and more about covering ground effectively.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West 2nd Street is the longest continuous segment at about 100.6 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 18.7 miles in near East 1st Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 34m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 16 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: 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; at 301.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
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~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.
7
301.3 mi into trip
|
~6h 3m in
Take the exit toward Loop 375: Woodrow Bean Transmountain Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 29
Toward Loop 375: Woodrow Bean Transmountain Dri...
5
320.3 mi into trip
|
~6h 32m in
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North Country Club Road
Enter roundabout onto North Country Club Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
320.4 mi into trip
|
~6h 33m in
|
North Apache Gold Loop
Turn left onto North Apache Gold Loop
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 2nd Street | 100.6 mi | 2h 7m |
| US 70 | 91.7 mi | 1h 46m |
| US Highway 54 South | 34.8 mi | 37m |
| US Highway 54 | 28.9 mi | 30m |
| South Prince Street | 17.4 mi | 21m |
| US 54 | 15.7 mi | 20m |
| Woodrow Bean Transmountain Drive | 10.2 mi | 14m |
| Gateway South Boulevard | 7.8 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
West 2nd Street
— 100.6 mi, about 2h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clovis, NM and Santa Teresa, 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
91 mi
·
1 hr 45 min
·
US 70
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
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US 70
13
Turn left onto US Highway 54 South
35 mi
·
37 min
·
US Highway 54 South
14
Continue on US 54
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
15
Continue on US 54
29 mi
·
30 min
·
US Highway 54
16
Continue on US 54
7.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Gateway South Boulevard
17
Keep slight left at fork onto US 54
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US 54
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 29
Toward Loop 375: Woodrow Bean Transmountain Drive
Use the slight right lane.
19
Turn straight onto Gateway South Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Gateway South Boulevard
20
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
21
Continue on Loop 375
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Woodrow Bean Transmountain Drive
22
Turn left onto South Desert Boulevard
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Desert Boulevard
23
Turn right onto TX 178
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Artcraft Road
24
Continue on NM 136
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Peter V. Domenici International Highway
25
Turn left onto NM 273
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
McNutt Road
26
Turn right onto Rancho Santa Teresa Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Rancho Santa Teresa Boulevard
27
Enter roundabout onto North Country Club Road
192 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Country Club Road
28
Continue on North Country Club Road
416 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Country Club Road
29
Turn left onto North Apache Gold Loop
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
North Apache Gold Loop
30
Arrive at destination
North Apache Gold Loop
Trip Plan
For this 320.6-mile drive, starting early in the morning is advisable to make the most of daylight, especially since it’s designed as a single-day trip. While there's only one recommended stop, plan for additional breaks as needed, particularly during the 100.6-mile stretch on West 2nd Street where services might be sparse. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $48, and it's always wise to top off when you have the opportunity. Given the 6h 34m estimated duration, you should have ample flexibility to adjust your pace and take spontaneous breaks if something catches your eye along US 70 or US Highway 54 South.
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 160.3 miles from Clovis, NM, or about 3h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100.6 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 71 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 160.3 miles or 3h 15m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Santa Teresa, 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.
+
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 320.6 miles and 6h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 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 West 2nd Street for about 100.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 160.3 mi from Clovis, NM · 3h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
160 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 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 160.3 miles from Clovis, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before West 2nd Street if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 100.6 miles.
Arriving in Santa Teresa, NM
The final approach into Santa Teresa, 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 Santa Teresa, 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
$48.42 one way
$96.84 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
112 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $53.15 | $106.30 |
| premium | $4.56 | $57.54 | $115.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $70.78 | $141.57 |
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: 112.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 96.2 | 1 | $33.66 | $15.39 |
| Efficient EV | 80.2 | 0 | $28.05 | $12.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 128.2 | 1 | $44.88 | $20.52 |
Gas CO2
112 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (66% 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
Santa Teresa, NM
Evening in Santa Teresa on Friday
Local time
6:28 PM
MDT
Current temp
55°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
28 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
6h 34m 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 Santa Teresa, NM covers 320.6 miles and takes about 6h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 2nd Street, US 70, US Highway 54 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 160.3 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 $48.42 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 34m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 16 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
The main spots that need attention: 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; at 301.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Clovis, NM to Santa Teresa, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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