Trip from Clovis, NM to Tome, NM

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Drive Time

4h 41m

Distance

250.9 mi

404 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$38

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 28m ★

6 AM

4h 41m

8 AM

5h 8m

10 AM

4h 51m

12 PM

4h 48m

3 PM

4h 52m

5 PM

5h 7m

8 PM

4h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in and county seat of Curry County, New Mexico, United States

Clovis, NM

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Tome, NM

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Trip Overview

This 250.9-mile journey from Clovis, NM, to Tome, NM, is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can comfortably be completed in a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 41 minutes. You'll spend about 97% of your time on major roads, primarily I-40, US-60, and US Highway 84, making it an efficient route. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $38. This drive is entirely within the Desert Southwest region, offering a consistent landscape. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 116.5 miles on I-40, it's designed for making good time. Consider this a practical option if you need to cover ground without much fuss.

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

125.4 miles from Clovis, NM

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 24m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 97% of the drive utilizing major roadways like I-40, US-60, and US Highway 84. The character of the drive is largely defined by these faster routes, including a significant 116.5-mile stretch on I-40 where you'll likely encounter consistent speeds. While primarily a highway experience, the transition between these main roads is designed to be smooth, keeping you moving efficiently across the landscape. This is a route built for covering distance, with minimal deviations from well-established highways.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 116.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 60. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 102.3 miles in.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 250.9 miles you will encounter 12 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 102.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 219.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 219.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

102.3 mi into trip | ~2h in

Turn left toward I 40 West

Navigation decision point

Toward I 40 West

219.1 mi into trip | ~4h 1m in

Take the exit toward I 25 North, I 25 South: Las Cruces, Santa Fe

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 159B-C Toward I 25 North, I 25 South: Las Cruces, Sant...

219.4 mi into trip | ~4h 1m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 25 South: Las Cruces

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Exit 159B Toward I 25 South: Las Cruces

220.2 mi into trip | ~4h 3m in | I 25 / Pan American Freeway

Merge onto I 25 / Pan American Freeway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

242.3 mi into trip | ~4h 26m in

Take the exit toward HR 66: University of New Mexico Valencia Campus

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 203 Toward HR 66: University of New Mexico Valencia...

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Clovis, NM to Tome, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Santa Fe along the way.

Santa Fe

219.1 mi in | ~4h 1m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 40	116.5 mi	1h 59m
US 60	58.1 mi	1h 8m
US Highway 84	41.1 mi	46m
Pan American Freeway	22.2 mi	23m
Highway 47	4.3 mi	7m
West 7th Street	2.3 mi	4m
Main Street Northeast	1.6 mi	2m
Main Street Southwest	0.9 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 40 — 116.5 mi, about 1h 59m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Clovis, NM and Tome, NM.

Start on North Main Street

41 ft · 5 sec · North Main Street

Turn right onto West 7th Street

2.3 mi · 4 min · West 7th Street

Turn right onto US 60; US 84

58 mi · 1 hr 8 min · US 60; US 84

Turn right onto US 84

0.6 mi · 42 sec · North 4th Street

Continue on US 84

41 mi · 46 min · US Highway 84

Continue on US 84

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Historic Route 66

Turn left

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Toward I 40 West

Merge onto I 40

117 mi · 1 hr 59 min · I 40

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 17 sec

Exit 159B-C Toward I 25 North, I 25 South: Las Cruces, Santa Fe Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min

Exit 159B Toward I 25 South: Las Cruces Use the straight lane.

Merge onto I 25

22 mi · 23 min · Pan American Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Exit 203 Toward HR 66: University of New Mexico Valencia Campus Use the slight right lane.

Turn left onto NM 6

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Main Street Southwest

Continue on NM 6

0.8 mi · 1 min · Main Street Northwest

Continue on NM 6

0.6 mi · 59 sec · Main Street Southwest

Continue on NM 6

1.6 mi · 2 min · Main Street Northeast

Turn right onto NM 263

0.4 mi · 48 sec · El Cerro Road

Continue on NM 263

0.3 mi · 46 sec · Vigil Road

Turn right onto NM 47

4.3 mi · 7 min · Highway 47

Turn right onto Church Loop Road

109 ft · 4 sec · Church Loop Road

Arrive at destination

Church Loop Road

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour, 41-minute duration, this route is best tackled as a day trip, allowing you flexibility with your departure time. To make the most of the drive and its longest 116.5-mile stretch on I-40, plan for your fuel and rest stops strategically. Since there's only one recommended stop, consider departing early to allow ample time for any spontaneous breaks or to reach Tome before dusk. The estimated fuel cost of $38 is a helpful budget point, but always monitor your fuel gauge, especially before longer stretches like the one on I-40.

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 125.4 miles from Clovis, NM, or about 2h 24m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 116.5 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 35m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 125.4 miles or 2h 24m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 47m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tome, NM than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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.

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 250.9 miles and 4h 41m.

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 I 40 for about 116.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 125.4 mi from Clovis, NM · 2h 24m into the drive

town in Santa Fe, Bernalillo, and Sandoval counties in New Mexico, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Edgewood, NM

125 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

Farwell, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Las Vegas, NM

Meal break

The midpoint is around 125.4 miles from Clovis, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 116.5 miles.

Arriving in Tome, NM

The final approach into Tome, 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 Tome, 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

$37.89 one way

$75.78 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 88 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$41.60	$83.19
premium	$4.56	$45.03	$90.07
diesel	$5.61	$55.40	$110.79

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$38

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$63–$88

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 87.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	75.3	0	$26.34	$12.04
Efficient EV	62.7	0	$21.95	$10.04
EV Truck/SUV	100.4	1	$35.13	$16.06

Gas CO2

88 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (67% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 15 hours ago

Origin

Clovis, NM

Morning in Clovis on Wednesday

Local time

8:19 AM

MDT

Current temp

83°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Tome, NM

Morning in Tome on Wednesday

Local time

8:19 AM

MDT

Current temp

72°F

Mostly Sunny

W 15 mph 6% chance Live forecast

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 14 at 12:30PM MDT until April 14 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM

Fire Weather Watch

Fire Weather Watch issued April 14 at 12:30PM MDT until April 16 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM

39°F

Edgewood, NM

125 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

11 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 41m 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 Clovis, NM to Tome, NM covers 250.9 miles and takes about 4h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 40, US 60, US Highway 84. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 125.4 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 $37.89 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.