Origin
Shiprock, NM
Late night in Shiprock on Friday
Local time
4:36 AM
MDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shiprock, NM to Roswell, NM
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 36m
Distance
406.2 mi
654 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$61
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 24m
★
6 AM
6h 36m
8 AM
7h 0m
10 AM
6h 45m
12 PM
6h 42m
3 PM
6h 46m
5 PM
6h 59m
8 PM
6h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shiprock, NM
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Roswell, NM
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Trip Overview
The drive from Shiprock, NM to Roswell, NM covers 406.2 miles and takes about 6h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Bloomfield Highway, South Bloomfield Boulevard, I 25 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $61.35 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
203.1 miles from Shiprock, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 18m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 36m. Total distance: 406.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 36m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 36m drive with frequent turns across 406.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bloomfield Highway is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 36m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Shiprock, NM to Roswell, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bloomfield Highway | — | — |
| South Bloomfield Boulevard | — | — |
| I 25 South | — | — |
| San Mateo Boulevard | — | — |
| Osuna Road Northeast | — | — |
| San Mateo Boulevard Northeast | — | — |
| Coronado Freeway | — | — |
| US 285 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Bloomfield Highway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shiprock, NM and Roswell, NM.
1
Start on the route
128 ft
·
7 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right
486 ft
·
23 sec
3
Turn right
459 ft
·
23 sec
4
Turn right
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
5
Keep slight left
131 ft
·
4 sec
6
Turn left
30 mi
·
40 min
7
Turn left onto Bloomfield Highway
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Bloomfield Highway
8
Take the exit straight
482 ft
·
13 sec
9
Merge slight left onto South Bloomfield Boulevard
150 mi
·
2 hr 48 min
·
South Bloomfield Boulevard
10
Continue straight
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
11
Continue straight
0.9 mi
·
1 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 25 South
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 25 South
13
Merge slight left
11 mi
·
12 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward San Mateo Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
San Mateo Boulevard
15
Turn straight onto Osuna Road Northeast
459 ft
·
11 sec
·
Osuna Road Northeast
16
Continue on San Mateo Boulevard Northeast
3.4 mi
·
7 min
·
San Mateo Boulevard Northeast
17
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
18
Merge slight left onto Coronado Freeway
56 mi
·
58 min
·
Coronado Freeway
19
Take the exit slight right toward US 285: Vaughn, Santa Fe
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
US 285: Vaughn, Santa Fe
20
Keep slight left
469 ft
·
15 sec
21
Turn right onto US Highway 285
27 mi
·
31 min
·
US Highway 285
22
Continue on Oak Street
14 mi
·
17 min
·
Oak Street
23
Continue on 8th Street
92 mi
·
1 hr 41 min
·
8th Street
24
Continue on North Main Street
5.9 mi
·
11 min
·
North Main Street
25
Turn right onto West 2nd Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
West 2nd Street
26
Arrive at your destination
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 203.1 miles from Shiprock, NM, or about 3h 18m 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 89 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 203.1 miles or 3h 18m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Roswell, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Shiprock, 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 Shiprock, NM
This is one driving day of about 406.2 miles and 6h 36m.
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 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 203.1 mi from Shiprock, NM · 3h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
203 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 89 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 203.1 miles from Shiprock, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$61.35 one way
$122.69 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
142 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $67.34 | $134.69 |
| premium | $4.56 | $72.91 | $145.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $89.68 | $179.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$61
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$86–$111
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 142.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $43 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 121.9 | 1 | $42.65 | $19.50 |
| Efficient EV | 101.6 | 1 | $35.54 | $16.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 162.5 | 2 | $56.87 | $26.00 |
Gas CO2
142 kg
EV CO2
48 kg (66% 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
Roswell, NM
Late night in Roswell on Friday
Local time
4:36 AM
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
46 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
6h 36m 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 406.2 miles and takes about 6h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bloomfield Highway, South Bloomfield Boulevard, I 25 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 203.1 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 $61.35 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 36m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Shiprock, NM to Roswell, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Shiprock, NM to Roswell, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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