Trip from Los Lunas, NM to Clovis, NM

Drive Time

4h 29m

Distance

244.2 mi

393 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

4h 16m ★

6 AM

4h 30m

8 AM

4h 57m

10 AM

4h 39m

12 PM

4h 36m

3 PM

4h 41m

5 PM

4h 55m

8 PM

4h 22m

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

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Clovis, NM

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Trip Overview

Spanning 244.2 miles across the high desert, your journey from Los Lunas to Clovis takes approximately 4 hours and 29 minutes. This route is best suited as a straightforward one-day trip, allowing you to traverse the heart of New Mexico without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Coronado Freeway, US Highway 60, and South US Highway 84, keeping your travel on major roads for 97% of the trip. Budgeting around $37 for fuel should cover your transit, making this an economical choice for a cross-state drive. Since both cities are located within the Desert Southwest, you can expect a consistent landscape throughout your time behind the wheel.

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

122.1 miles from Los Lunas, NM

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive that favors steady speeds over technical maneuvers. The experience is defined by a significant 116.9-mile stretch on the Coronado Freeway, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of your trip. Because 97% of your travel occurs on major highways, the pace remains consistent and efficient for the duration of the 4.5-hour drive. As you transition from the freeway onto US Highway 60 and South US Highway 84, you will settle into a rhythmic, long-distance driving pace. This is a practical route for those who prefer predictable road conditions and open horizons over winding backroads.

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

There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Coronado Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 116.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Coronado Freeway and US Highway 60. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near I 25.

Route Complexity 6/10

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

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 244.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 2 miles (I 25): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

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

2 mi into trip | ~3m in | I 25

Merge onto I 25

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

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

24.1 mi into trip | ~26m in

Take the exit toward I 40: Gallup, Santa Rosa

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 226B-A Toward I 40: Gallup, Santa Rosa

24.4 mi into trip | ~27m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 40 East: Santa Rosa

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 226A Toward I 40 East: Santa Rosa

24.8 mi into trip | ~28m in | I 40 / Coronado Freeway

Merge onto I 40 / Coronado Freeway

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

Use the none lane.

241.8 mi into trip | ~4h 25m in | West 7th Street

Turn left onto West 7th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Los Lunas, NM to Clovis, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Santa Rosa along the way.

Santa Rosa

24.1 mi in | ~26m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Coronado Freeway	116.9 mi	2h
US Highway 60	56.8 mi	1h 7m
South US Highway 84	41.1 mi	46m
I 25	22.1 mi	23m
West 7th Street	2.4 mi	4m
East Sumner Avenue	1.3 mi	1m
Main Street Northwest	0.9 mi	1m
Main Street Southwest	0.6 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Coronado Freeway — 116.9 mi, about 2h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on this road

32 ft · 2 sec · this road

Turn slight right onto Luna Avenue Southeast

151 ft · 8 sec · Luna Avenue Southeast

Turn left onto NM 6

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Main Street Northeast

Continue on NM 6

0.6 mi · 1 min · Main Street Southwest

Continue on NM 6

0.9 mi · 1 min · Main Street Northwest

Use the none lane.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Merge onto I 25

22 mi · 23 min · I 25

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Exit 226B-A Toward I 40: Gallup, Santa Rosa Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 44 sec

Exit 226A Toward I 40 East: Santa Rosa Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 40

117 mi · 2 hr · Coronado Freeway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Toward US 84 South: Fort Summer

Turn right onto US 84

264 ft · 3 sec · Historic Route 66

Continue on US 84

41 mi · 46 min · South US Highway 84

Continue on US 84

0.6 mi · 45 sec · North 4th Street

Continue on US 60; US 84

1.3 mi · 1 min · East Sumner Avenue

Continue on US 60; US 84

57 mi · 1 hr 7 min · US Highway 60

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto West 7th Street

2.4 mi · 4 min · West 7th Street

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto North Main Street

41 ft · 1 sec · North Main Street

Arrive at destination

North Main Street

Trip Plan

To keep your 244.2-mile journey comfortable, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since this is a single-day commitment, consider departing early in the morning to avoid midday sun and ensure you reach Clovis with plenty of daylight remaining. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the longest 116.9-mile freeway segment, as service intervals may vary in these remote stretches. Your $37 fuel budget is an estimate, so it is wise to fill up before leaving Los Lunas to avoid price spikes in smaller, isolated towns along the way. Utilizing that single planned stop effectively will help maintain your focus throughout the drive.

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 122.1 miles from Los Lunas, NM, or about 2h 8m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 116.9 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 24m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 122.1 miles or 2h 8m 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 36m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Los Lunas, 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 Los Lunas, NM

This is one driving day of about 244.2 miles and 4h 29m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Los Lunas, 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 Coronado Freeway for about 116.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 122.1 mi from Los Lunas, NM · 2h 8m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Edgewood, NM

122 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

Edgewood, NM

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 122.1 miles from Los Lunas, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Coronado Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 116.9 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.

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

$37.33 one way

$74.66 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 85 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$40.95	$81.89
premium	$4.61	$44.32	$88.64
diesel	$5.64	$54.25	$108.51

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 85.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	73.3	0	$25.64	$11.72
Efficient EV	61.1	0	$21.37	$9.77
EV Truck/SUV	97.7	1	$34.19	$15.63

Gas CO2

85 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (66% 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 3 days ago

Origin

Los Lunas, NM

Evening in Los Lunas on Sunday

Local time

5:07 PM

MDT

Current temp

37°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Clovis, NM

Evening in Clovis on Sunday

Local time

5:07 PM

MDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

39°F

Edgewood, NM

122 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

38 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 29m 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 Los Lunas, NM to Clovis, NM covers 244.2 miles and takes about 4h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Coronado Freeway, US Highway 60, South 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 122.1 miles from Los Lunas, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.33 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.

On the drive from Los Lunas, NM to Clovis, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Santa Rosa along the way.

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Trip from Los Lunas, NM to Clovis, NM

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Clovis, NM

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Los Lunas, NM

Clovis, NM

Same local time

38 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 29m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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