Origin
Truth or Consequences, NM
Evening in Truth or Consequences on Thursday
Local time
5:04 PM
MDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Truth or Consequences, NM to Artesia, NM
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 6m
Distance
246.8 mi
397 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 53m
★
6 AM
5h 6m
8 AM
5h 33m
10 AM
5h 16m
12 PM
5h 13m
3 PM
5h 17m
5 PM
5h 32m
8 PM
4h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Truth or Consequences, NM
Kevin Malik
Artesia, NM
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Trip Overview
The drive from Truth or Consequences, NM to Artesia, NM covers 246.8 miles and takes about 5h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 25 Business, US Highway 82, US Highway 70 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 69 miles on I 25 Business. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.27 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
123.4 miles from Truth or Consequences, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 15m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 6m. Total distance: 246.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 5h 6m highway drive covering 246.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 25 Business and US Highway 82. The longest continuous stretch is about 69 miles on I 25 Business.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 25 Business is the longest continuous segment at about 69 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 25 Business and US Highway 82. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Austin Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 6m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Austin Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (I 25 Business): Navigation decision point; at 71.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Austin Street
Turn right onto Austin Street
Navigation decision point
3
3.1 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 25 Business
Turn left onto I 25 Business
Navigation decision point
3
71.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
6
134.9 mi into trip
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~2h 28m in
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US 70
Take the exit onto US 70 toward US 54 North, US 70 East: Relief Route, Tularosa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 54 North, US 70 East: Relief Route, T...
3
135.1 mi into trip
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~2h 28m in
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US 54; US 70 / Charlie Lee Memorial Relief Route
Merge onto US 54; US 70 / Charlie Lee Memorial Relief Route
Merge point - match speed before joining
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 Truth or Consequences, NM to Artesia, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Tularosa along the way.
Tularosa
134.9 mi in
|
~2h 28m
|
via US 70
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 25 Business | 69 mi | 1h 9m |
| US Highway 82 | 62.9 mi | 1h 22m |
| US Highway 70 West | 42.3 mi | 46m |
| Hope Highway | 21.6 mi | 32m |
| Bataan Memorial Highway | 20.1 mi | 24m |
| US 82 | 16.8 mi | 26m |
| Charlie Lee Memorial Relief Route | 5 mi | 7m |
| West Main Street | 4.7 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
I 25 Business
— 69 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Truth or Consequences, NM and Artesia, NM.
1
Start on South Pershing Street
278 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Pershing Street
2
Turn right onto Austin Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Austin Street
3
Turn left onto I 25 Business
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
South Broadway Street
4
Take the ramp onto I 25 Business
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 25 Business
5
Turn left onto I 25 Business
69 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
I 25 Business
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
7
Turn left onto US 70
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Main Street
8
Continue on US 70
20 mi
·
24 min
·
Bataan Memorial Highway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on US 70
42 mi
·
46 min
·
US Highway 70 West
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 70
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
South White Sands Boulevard
11
Take the exit onto US 70
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 70
Toward US 54 North, US 70 East: Relief Route, Tularosa
12
Merge onto US 54; US 70
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Charlie Lee Memorial Relief Route
13
Continue on US 82
17 mi
·
26 min
·
US 82
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on US 82
18 mi
·
26 min
·
US Highway 82
15
Continue on US 82
45 mi
·
56 min
·
US Highway 82
16
Continue on US 82
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Hope Highway
17
Continue on US 82
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
18
Continue on US 82
15 mi
·
22 min
·
Hope Highway
19
Continue on US 82
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
West Main Street
20
Continue on US 82
330 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Main Street
21
Arrive at destination
US 82
Trip Plan
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 123.4 miles from Truth or Consequences, NM, or about 2h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69 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 54 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 123.4 miles or 2h 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 4h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Artesia, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Truth or Consequences, 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 Truth or Consequences, NM
This is one driving day of about 246.8 miles and 5h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Truth or Consequences, 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 I 25 Business for about 69 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 123.4 mi from Truth or Consequences, NM · 2h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
123 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 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 123.4 miles from Truth or Consequences, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 25 Business if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69 miles.
Arriving in Artesia, NM
The final approach into Artesia, 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 Artesia, 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
$37.27 one way
$74.55 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
86 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $40.92 | $81.83 |
| premium | $4.56 | $44.30 | $88.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $54.49 | $108.98 |
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: 86.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 74 | 0 | $25.91 | $11.85 |
| Efficient EV | 61.7 | 0 | $21.60 | $9.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 98.7 | 1 | $34.55 | $15.80 |
Gas CO2
86 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.
Destination
Artesia, NM
Evening in Artesia on Thursday
Local time
5:04 PM
MDT
Current temp
51°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
32 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
5h 6m 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 Truth or Consequences, NM to Artesia, NM covers 246.8 miles and takes about 5h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 25 Business, US Highway 82, US Highway 70 West. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 123.4 miles from Truth or Consequences, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.27 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.
This is a straightforward 5h 6m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Austin Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (I 25 Business): Navigation decision point; at 71.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Truth or Consequences, NM to Artesia, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Tularosa along the way.
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