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Hatch, NM
Morning in Hatch on Friday
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7:32 AM
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Current temp
85°F
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Trip from Hatch, NM to Clovis, NM
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 32m
Distance
326.3 mi
525 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hatch, NM
Jahra Tasfia Reza
Clovis, NM
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hatch, NM to Clovis, NM covers 326.3 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 Central Avenue, Clovis Highway, US Highway 70 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 98.6 miles on Central Avenue. At current regular gas prices, budget about $49.28 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
163.2 miles from Hatch, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 13m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 32m. Total distance: 326.3 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 (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
The drive from Hatch, NM to Clovis, NM covers 326.3 miles and takes about 6h 32m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Central Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 98.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Canal Road.
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 326.3 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: near the start (West Canal Road): Navigation decision point; at 99.4 miles (US 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 104.5 miles (US 54; US 70 / US 54,70): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Canal Road
Turn right onto West Canal Road
Navigation decision point
6
99.4 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
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US 70
Take the exit onto US 70 toward US 54 North, US 70 East: Relief Route, Tularosa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 54 North, US 70 East: Relief Route, T...
4
104.5 mi into trip
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~1h 57m in
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US 54; US 70 / US 54,70
Turn left onto US 54; US 70 / US 54,70
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
113.2 mi into trip
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~2h 8m in
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South Bookout Road
Turn right onto South Bookout Road
Navigation decision point
4
113.5 mi into trip
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~2h 9m in
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South Bookout Road
Keep slight left at fork onto South Bookout Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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 Hatch, NM to Clovis, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Tularosa along the way.
Tularosa
99.4 mi in
|
~1h 49m
|
via US 70
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central Avenue | 98.6 mi | 2h 5m |
| Clovis Highway | 85.9 mi | 1h 39m |
| US Highway 70 West | 42.3 mi | 46m |
| I 25 | 34.8 mi | 35m |
| Bataan Memorial Highway | 20.1 mi | 24m |
| US 70 | 18 mi | 23m |
| US 54,70 | 8.7 mi | 10m |
| Relief Route | 6.2 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
Central Avenue
— 98.6 mi, about 2h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hatch, NM and Clovis, NM.
1
Start on NM 26
83 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Hall Street
2
Turn right onto West Canal Road
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Canal Road
3
Continue on NM 26
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Franklin Street
4
Continue on NM 26
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
New Mexico State Road 26
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
6
Merge onto I 25
35 mi
·
35 min
·
I 25
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
8
Turn left onto US 70
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Main Street
9
Continue on US 70
20 mi
·
24 min
·
Bataan Memorial Highway
Use the slight right lane.
10
Continue on US 70
42 mi
·
46 min
·
US Highway 70 West
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 70
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
South White Sands Boulevard
12
Take the exit onto US 70
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
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US 70
Toward US 54 North, US 70 East: Relief Route, Tularosa
13
Merge onto US 54; US 70
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Charlie Lee Memorial Relief Route
14
Turn left onto US 54; US 70
8.7 mi
·
10 min
·
US 54,70
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto South Bookout Road
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Bookout Road
16
Keep slight left at fork onto South Bookout Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Bookout Road
17
Turn right onto Old Mescalero Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Mescalero Road
18
Turn right onto US 70
99 mi
·
2 hr 5 min
·
Central Avenue
19
Turn left onto US 70 Truck; US 285 Truck
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Relief Route
20
Continue on US 70 Truck; US 285 Truck
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway Relief Route
21
Continue on US 70 Truck
86 mi
·
1 hr 39 min
·
Clovis Highway
22
Turn slight left onto US 70
18 mi
·
22 min
·
US 70
23
Turn left onto US 60; US 84
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
East 1st Street
Use the left lane.
24
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
North Main Street
25
Arrive at destination
North Main 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 163.2 miles from Hatch, NM, or about 3h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.6 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 72 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 163.2 miles or 3h 13m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clovis, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hatch, 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 Hatch, NM
This is one driving day of about 326.3 miles and 6h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 72 miles from Hatch, 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 Central Avenue for about 98.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 163.2 mi from Hatch, NM · 3h 13m 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 163.2 miles from Hatch, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Central Avenue if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.6 miles.
Arriving in Clovis, NM
The final approach into Clovis, 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 Clovis, 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
$49.28 one way
$98.56 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
114 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $54.10 | $108.19 |
| premium | $4.56 | $58.57 | $117.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $72.04 | $144.09 |
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: 114.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 97.9 | 1 | $34.26 | $15.66 |
| Efficient EV | 81.6 | 0 | $28.55 | $13.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 130.5 | 1 | $45.68 | $20.88 |
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
Clovis, NM
Morning in Clovis on Friday
Local time
7:32 AM
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
2 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 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 Hatch, NM to Clovis, NM covers 326.3 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 Central Avenue, Clovis Highway, US Highway 70 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 163.2 miles from Hatch, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $49.28 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 326.3 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: near the start (West Canal Road): Navigation decision point; at 99.4 miles (US 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 104.5 miles (US 54; US 70 / US 54,70): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Hatch, NM to Clovis, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Tularosa along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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