Trip from Santa Rosa, NM to Clovis, NM

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

2h 5m

Distance

104.9 mi

169 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min

4 AM

1h 57m ★

6 AM

2h 6m

8 AM

2h 24m

10 AM

2h 12m

12 PM

2h 10m

3 PM

2h 13m

5 PM

2h 23m

8 PM

2h 1m

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

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Santa Rosa to Clovis is a straightforward 104.9-mile journey across the high plains of the New Mexico Desert Southwest. You can expect to spend about 2 hours and 5 minutes behind the wheel, making this a very manageable day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your route primarily utilizes US Highway 60 and South US Highway 84, keeping navigation simple as you transition between these two communities. Budgeting roughly $16 for fuel should cover your transit comfortably. Because the drive is relatively short and focused on state highways, it serves as a practical, efficient connector for those crossing this part of the state.

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

52.4 miles from Santa Rosa, NM

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive, as 95% of your trip is spent on open roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm quickly, especially during your longest uninterrupted stretch of 56.8 miles on US Highway 60. The transition into West 7th Street marks the final approach as you reach Clovis. This is not a technical or winding path, but rather a consistent, direct route through the landscape. You will find the road feel remains predictable throughout the journey, allowing you to maintain a steady pace without the stress of complex navigation.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Lake Drive is one of the defining roads on this drive.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

4,622 ft 4,282 ft

Total Climb

120 ft

Total Descent

347 ft

Highest Point

4,622 ft

Elevation Range

340 ft

Notable High Points

4,402 ft at ~82.4 miles +8 ft prominence

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.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Santa Rosa, NM to Clovis, NM is easy. At 2h 5m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Santa Rosa, NM to Clovis, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Lake Drive	—	—
Route 66	—	—
US 84 South	—	—
Highway 84	—	—
North 4th Street	—	—
East Sumner Avenue	—	—
Highway 60	—	—
West 7th Street	—	—

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: Lake Drive — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on La Pradira Avenue

276 ft · 12 sec · La Pradira Avenue

2

Continue on Lake Drive

0.4 mi · 1 min · Lake Drive

3

At the end of the road, turn right onto Historic Route 66

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Historic Route 66

4

Take the ramp slight right

0.4 mi · 52 sec

5

Merge slight left

1.4 mi · 1 min

6

Take the exit slight right toward US 84 South: Fort Summer

0.2 mi · 31 sec · US 84 South: Fort Summer

7

Turn right onto Historic Route 66

262 ft · 4 sec · Historic Route 66

8

Continue on South US Highway 84

41 mi · 47 min · South US Highway 84

9

Continue on North 4th Street

0.6 mi · 45 sec · North 4th Street

10

Continue on East Sumner Avenue

1.3 mi · 1 min · East Sumner Avenue

11

Continue on US Highway 60

57 mi · 1 hr 7 min · US Highway 60

12

Turn left onto West 7th Street

2.4 mi · 4 min · West 7th Street

13

Turn left onto North Main Street

43 ft · 1 sec · North Main Street

14

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a quick two-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to leave during daylight hours to maximize visibility across the flat desert terrain. While the drive is short enough that you may not need planned stops, it is always wise to check your fuel levels before leaving Santa Rosa, as you will be spending your $16 gas budget across a largely rural stretch. Keep a steady eye on your speedometer, as highway speeds can be deceptive on these long, straight road segments. Because there are no designated stops on this 104.9-mile run, ensure you have your favorite music or podcasts downloaded before you head out.

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 52.4 miles from Santa Rosa, NM, or about 1h 3m into the drive.

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 23 miles or 27m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 52.4 miles or 1h 3m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 43m

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 Santa Rosa, 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 Santa Rosa, NM

This is one driving day of about 104.9 miles and 2h 5m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Santa Rosa, NM.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 52.4 mi from Santa Rosa, NM · 1h 3m into the drive

Pacing Suggestions

First break window

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Halfway reset

Meal break

The midpoint is around 52.4 miles from Santa Rosa, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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

$15.84 one way

$31.68 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 37 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$17.39	$34.78
premium	$4.56	$18.83	$37.66
diesel	$5.61	$23.16	$46.32

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 36.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	31.5	$11.01	$5.04
Efficient EV	26.2	$9.18	$4.20
EV Truck/SUV	42	$14.69	$6.71

Gas CO2

37 kg

EV CO2

12 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Santa Rosa, NM

Evening in Santa Rosa on Wednesday

Local time

6:22 PM

MDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Clovis, NM

Evening in Clovis on Wednesday

Local time

6:22 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

40 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

2h 5m 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 Santa Rosa, NM to Clovis, NM covers 104.9 miles and takes about 2h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Lake Drive, Route 66, US 84 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 52.4 miles from Santa Rosa, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.84 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 Santa Rosa, NM to Clovis, NM is easy. At 2h 5m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Santa Rosa, NM to Clovis, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Santa Rosa, NM to Clovis, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 4,282 ft to 4,622 ft elevation with about 120 ft of total climbing. There is 1 notable high point along the way.

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