Origin
Clovis, NM
Afternoon in Clovis on Thursday
Local time
2:40 PM
MDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clovis, NM to Truth or Consequences, NM
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
6h 32m
Distance
326.6 mi
526 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
12 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 21m
★
6 AM
6h 33m
8 AM
6h 57m
10 AM
6h 41m
12 PM
6h 39m
3 PM
6h 43m
5 PM
6h 56m
8 PM
6h 26m
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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Truth or Consequences, NM
Kevin Malik
Trip Overview
The drive from Clovis, NM to Truth or Consequences, NM covers 326.6 miles and takes about 6h 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 380, US 70, I 25 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 107.3 miles on US 380. At current regular gas prices, budget about $49.32 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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
163.3 miles from Clovis, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 16m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 32m. Total distance: 326.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 32m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 6h 32m highway drive covering 326.6 miles, with most of the trip on US 380 and US 70. The longest continuous stretch is about 107.3 miles on US 380.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 380 is the longest continuous segment at about 107.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 380 and US 70. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 18.7 miles in near East 1st Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 326.6 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 18.7 miles (East 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 323.9 miles (I 25 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 326.4 miles (Jones Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
18.7 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
East 1st Street
Turn right onto East 1st Street
Navigation decision point
5
323.9 mi into trip
|
~6h 26m in
|
I 25 Business
Keep slight right at fork onto I 25 Business toward Truth or Consequences
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Truth or Consequences
5
326.4 mi into trip
|
~6h 32m in
|
Jones Street
Turn left onto Jones Street
Navigation decision point
6
326.5 mi into trip
|
~6h 32m in
|
I 25 Business / Broadway Street
At end of road, turn left onto I 25 Business / Broadway Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
326.5 mi into trip
|
~6h 32m in
|
South Pershing Street
Turn right onto South Pershing Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 380 | 107.3 mi | 2h 18m |
| US 70 | 91.4 mi | 1h 45m |
| I 25 | 60.1 mi | 1h |
| West 2nd Street | 44.6 mi | 53m |
| South Prince Street | 17.4 mi | 21m |
| North Date Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| East 1st Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| I 25 Business | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 380
— 107.3 mi, about 2h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clovis, NM and Truth or Consequences, 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
44 mi
·
52 min
·
West 2nd Street
9
Turn right onto US 380
107 mi
·
2 hr 18 min
·
US 380
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I-25
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
I-25
11
Merge onto I 25
60 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 25
12
Take the exit onto I 25 Business
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 25 Business
Toward Truth or Consequences
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 25 Business
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 25 Business
Toward Truth or Consequences
14
Continue on NM 181
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Date Street
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 25 Business
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North Date Street
16
Continue on I 25 Business
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Main Street
17
Turn left onto Jones Street
525 ft
·
24 sec
·
Jones Street
18
At end of road, turn left onto I 25 Business
177 ft
·
8 sec
·
Broadway Street
19
Turn right onto South Pershing Street
47 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Pershing Street
20
Arrive at destination
South Pershing Street
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 163.3 miles from Clovis, NM, or about 3h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 107.3 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 72 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 163.3 miles or 3h 16m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Truth or Consequences, 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 326.6 miles and 6h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 72 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 380 for about 107.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 163.3 mi from Clovis, NM · 3h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
163 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 72 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 163.3 miles from Clovis, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 380 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 107.3 miles.
Arriving in Truth or Consequences, NM
The final approach into Truth or Consequences, 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 Truth or Consequences, 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
$49.32 one way
$98.65 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
114 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $54.15 | $108.29 |
| premium | $4.56 | $58.62 | $117.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $72.11 | $144.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 114.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
12 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Truth or Consequences - Tesla Supercharger
Truth or Consequences, NM
Tesla
8 DCFC
Allsups - Roswell #102160
Roswell, NM
FCN
4 DCFC
Allsups - Carrizozo
Carrizozo, NM
FCN
4 DCFC
Fast Stop Elephant Butte
Elephant Butte, NM
FCN
4 DCFC
Comfort Inn & Suites - T or C
Truth or Consequences, NM
FCN
4 DCFC
Hamilton Ford
Clovis, NM
FORD_CHARGE
2 DCFC
RCEC STATION 1
Portales, NM
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
RCEC STATION 2
Portales, NM
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 6
FCN: 4
FORD_CHARGE: 1
Tesla: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 98 | 1 | $34.29 | $15.68 |
| Efficient EV | 81.7 | 0 | $28.58 | $13.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 130.6 | 1 | $45.72 | $20.90 |
Gas CO2
114 kg
EV CO2
38 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
Truth or Consequences, NM
Afternoon in Truth or Consequences on Thursday
Local time
2:40 PM
MDT
Current temp
83°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
6h 32m 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 Truth or Consequences, NM covers 326.6 miles and takes about 6h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 380, US 70, I 25. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 163.3 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 $49.32 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 326.6 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 18.7 miles (East 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 323.9 miles (I 25 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 326.4 miles (Jones Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Clovis, NM to Truth or Consequences, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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