The drive from Shiprock, NM to Roswell, NM covers 404.6 miles and takes about 7h 51m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Bloomfield Boulevard, 8th Street, Coronado Freeway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 150.5 miles on South Bloomfield Boulevard.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $61.10 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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
202.3 miles from Shiprock, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 58m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 51m. Total distance: 404.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 51m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Shiprock, NM to Roswell, NM covers 404.6 miles and takes about 7h 51m, 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 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Bloomfield Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 150.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 404.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 193.3 miles (I 25): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 204.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.3 mi into trip|~1m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
193.3 mi into trip|~3h 48m in|I 25
Merge onto I 25
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
204.8 mi into trip|~4h 1m in
Take the exit toward San Mateo Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 230
Toward San Mateo Boulevard
5
208.8 mi into trip|~4h 9m in|I 40 / Coronado Freeway
Merge onto I 40 / Coronado Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
264.5 mi into trip|~5h 8m in
Take the exit toward US 285: Vaughn, Santa Fe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 285: Vaughn, Santa Fe
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 Shiprock, NM to Roswell, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Santa Fe along the way.
Santa Fe
264.5 mi in|~5h 8m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
South Bloomfield Boulevard
150.5 mi
2h 48m
8th Street
91.9 mi
1h 41m
Coronado Freeway
55.7 mi
58m
US 64
29.7 mi
40m
US Highway 285
27.4 mi
31m
Oak Street
14.5 mi
17m
I 25
11.4 mi
12m
Bloomfield Highway
11.3 mi
15m
Longest stretch:
South Bloomfield Boulevard
— 150.5 mi, about 2h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shiprock, NM and Roswell, NM.
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Start on this road
126 ft·6 sec·this road
2
Turn right
485 ft·22 sec
3
Turn right
459 ft·23 sec
4
Turn right onto US 491
0.1 mi·9 sec·US 491
5
Keep slight left at fork
132 ft·3 sec
6
Turn left onto US 64
30 mi·40 min·US 64
7
Turn left onto US 64
11 mi·15 min·Bloomfield Highway
8
Take the exit
484 ft·13 sec
9
Merge onto US 550
150 mi·2 hr 48 min·South Bloomfield Boulevard
10
Continue on US 550
0.1 mi·12 sec·US 550
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on US 550
0.9 mi·1 min·US 550
Use the right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·46 sec
Toward I 25 South
13
Merge onto I 25
11 mi·12 min·I 25
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·42 sec
Exit 230Toward San Mateo BoulevardUse the right lane.
15
Turn straight onto Osuna Road Northeast
460 ft·10 sec·Osuna Road Northeast
16
Continue on San Mateo Boulevard Northeast
3.4 mi·7 min·San Mateo Boulevard Northeast
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left
0.2 mi·33 sec
18
Merge onto I 40
56 mi·58 min·Coronado Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Toward US 285: Vaughn, Santa Fe
20
Keep slight left at fork
470 ft·15 sec
21
Turn right onto US 285
27 mi·31 min·US Highway 285
22
Continue on US 60; US 285
14 mi·17 min·Oak Street
23
Continue on US 54; US 60; US 285
92 mi·1 hr 41 min·8th Street
24
Continue on US 285
5.9 mi·11 min·North Main Street
25
Turn right onto US 70; US 380
0.1 mi·20 sec·West 2nd Street
26
Arrive at destination
US 70; US 380
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 202.3 miles from Shiprock, NM, or about 3h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 150.5 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 89 miles or 1h 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 202.3 miles or 3h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 40m
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 Shiprock, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Shiprock, NM
This is one driving day of about 404.6 miles and 7h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 89 miles from Shiprock, NM.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on South Bloomfield Boulevard for about 150.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 202.3 mi from Shiprock, NM
· 3h 58m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Aztec Ruins National Monument
National Monument
Aztec Ruins has some of the best-preserved Chacoan structures of its kind. Learn more about the ancestral Pueblo people in the park's museum and explore the Aztec West great house to see exceptionally...
9 mi from route
~23 min detour
Free
near mile 41.9
Petroglyph National Monument protects one of the largest petroglyph sites in North America, featuring designs and symbols carved onto volcanic rocks by Native Americans and Spanish settlers 400 to 700...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 209.3
Explore the monumental structures and breathtaking landscape at Chaco, a thriving regional center for the ancestral Pueblo people from 850 to 1250 CE (Common Era), through hiking & biking trails, rang...
23 mi from route
~57 min detour
$25
near mile 83.7
Bandelier National Monument protects over 33,000 acres of ruggedly beautiful canyon and mesa country. Petroglyphs, dwellings carved into the soft rock cliffs, and standing masonry walls pay tribute to...
30 mi from route
~75 min detour
$25
near mile 181.4
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $42 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
121.4
1
$42.48
$19.42
Efficient EV
101.2
1
$35.40
$16.18
EV Truck/SUV
161.8
2
$56.64
$25.89
Gas CO2
142 kg
EV CO2
47 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Shiprock, NM
Night
in Shiprock on Friday
Local time
11:16 PM
MDT
Current temp
37°F
Partly Cloudy
W 10 to 15 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Roswell, NM
Night
in Roswell on Friday
Local time
11:16 PM
MDT
Current temp
85°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
48 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
7h 51m 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 Shiprock, NM to Roswell, NM covers 404.6 miles and takes about 7h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Bloomfield Boulevard, 8th Street, Coronado Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 202.3 miles from Shiprock, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $61.10 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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 404.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 193.3 miles (I 25): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 204.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Shiprock, NM to Roswell, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Santa Fe along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Aztec Ruins National Monument, Petroglyph National Monument and Chaco Culture National Historical Park. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
