Origin
La Luz, NM
Evening in La Luz on Sunday
Local time
7:25 PM
MDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from La Luz, NM to Roswell, NM
Drive Time
2h 28m
Distance
113.1 mi
182 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 18m
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6 AM
2h 28m
8 AM
2h 48m
10 AM
2h 35m
12 PM
2h 33m
3 PM
2h 36m
5 PM
2h 47m
8 PM
2h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Roswell, NM
Thomas K
Trip Overview
Spanning 113.1 miles across the high desert of New Mexico, this trip from La Luz to Roswell is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 28 minutes. Because the distance is relatively short, you can easily complete the entire route in a single day without needing an overnight stop. Budget approximately $17 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Desert Southwest locations. This drive is ideal for travelers looking for a direct connection between these communities without the complexity of a multi-day itinerary. It serves as a practical, no-nonsense path that keeps you moving efficiently through the landscape.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
56.6 miles from La Luz, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will spend the vast majority of your time on Central Avenue, which accounts for the longest stretch of 102 miles. With only 6% of the journey consisting of highway driving, the route feels intimate and grounded in the local geography. Navigating through segments of Alamo Street and US 54 adds variety to the steering experience. Prepare for a road that favors steady, localized navigation over high-speed transit, keeping you engaged with the winding nature of the path.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 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 102 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near La Luz Road.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from La Luz, NM to Roswell, NM is easy. At 2h 28m with 6% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (La Luz Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Alamo Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles (South Bookout Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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La Luz Road
Turn right onto La Luz Road
Navigation decision point
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Alamo Street
Turn left onto Alamo Street
Navigation decision point
4
8.7 mi into trip
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~11m in
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South Bookout Road
Turn right onto South Bookout Road
Navigation decision point
4
8.9 mi into trip
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~12m in
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South Bookout Road
Keep slight left at fork onto South Bookout Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
11.1 mi into trip
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~16m in
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US 70 / Central Avenue
Turn right onto US 70 / Central Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central Avenue | 102 mi | 2h 11m |
| US 54 | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| Alamo Street | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Old Mescalero Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| South Bookout Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Section Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| La Luz Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 2nd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Central Avenue
— 102 mi, about 2h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Luz, NM and Roswell, NM.
1
Start on Section Road
254 ft
·
10 sec
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Section Road
2
Turn right onto La Luz Road
219 ft
·
11 sec
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La Luz Road
3
Turn left onto Alamo Street
2.2 mi
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4 min
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Alamo Street
4
Turn right onto US 54; US 70
6.4 mi
·
7 min
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US 54; US 70
5
Turn right onto South Bookout Road
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
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South Bookout Road
6
Keep slight left at fork onto South Bookout Road
0.8 mi
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1 min
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South Bookout Road
7
Turn right onto Old Mescalero Road
1.4 mi
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2 min
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Old Mescalero Road
8
Turn right onto US 70
102 mi
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2 hr 11 min
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Central Avenue
Use the none lane.
9
Arrive at destination
US 70; US 380
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact 113.1-mile trek, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to suit your personal schedule. Because there are no designated stops scheduled into the 2-hour and 28-minute duration, plan to handle any necessary breaks or refueling before you depart from La Luz or upon your arrival in Roswell. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $17 estimate assumes a steady pace, and local road conditions can sometimes affect consumption. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by keeping your gear organized in the car for easy access. Staying alert is key, as the turn-heavy nature of the route requires consistent focus on the road ahead.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 56.6 miles from La Luz, NM, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102 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 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.6 miles or 1h 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 2h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Roswell, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving La Luz, 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 La Luz, NM
This is one driving day of about 113.1 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from La Luz, NM.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Central Avenue for about 102 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 56.6 mi from La Luz, NM · 1h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 56.6 miles from La Luz, 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 102 miles.
Arriving in Roswell, NM
The final approach into Roswell, 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 Roswell, 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
$17.29 one way
$34.58 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $18.96 | $37.93 |
| premium | $4.61 | $20.53 | $41.05 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.13 | $50.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.9 | 0 | $11.88 | $5.43 |
| Efficient EV | 28.3 | 0 | $9.90 | $4.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.2 | 0 | $15.83 | $7.24 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Roswell, NM
Evening in Roswell on Sunday
Local time
7:25 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
46°F
Artesia, NM
57 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
5 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 28m 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 La Luz, NM to Roswell, NM covers 113.1 miles and takes about 2h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Central Avenue, US 54, Alamo Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 56.6 miles from La Luz, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.29 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.
The drive from La Luz, NM to Roswell, NM is easy. At 2h 28m with 6% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (La Luz Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Alamo Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles (South Bookout Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from La Luz, NM to Roswell, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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