Origin
Twin Lakes, NM
Late night in Twin Lakes on Wednesday
Local time
4:11 AM
MDT
Current temp
24°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Twin Lakes, NM to Clovis, NM
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Drive Time
6h 42m
Distance
371.6 mi
598 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 30m
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6 AM
6h 42m
8 AM
7h 6m
10 AM
6h 50m
12 PM
6h 48m
3 PM
6h 52m
5 PM
7h 5m
8 PM
6h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Twin Lakes, NM
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Clovis, NM
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Trip Overview
The drive from Twin Lakes, NM to Clovis, NM covers 371.6 miles and takes about 6h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40 East, US 84 South, Route 66 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $56.12 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
185.8 miles from Twin Lakes, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 21m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 6h 42m drive with frequent turns across 371.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
I 40 East is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
6,975 ft
4,109 ft
Total Climb
2,554 ft
Total Descent
4,656 ft
Highest Point
6,975 ft
~212.3 mi in
Elevation Range
2,866 ft
Notable High Points
6,949 ft at ~53.1 miles
+182 ft prominence
6,975 ft at ~212.3 miles
+684 ft prominence
4,390 ft at ~345 miles
+122 ft prominence
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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 42m, 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 Twin Lakes, NM to Clovis, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 84 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 66 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 84 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North 4th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Sumner Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 60 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West 7th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 40 East
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Twin Lakes, NM and Clovis, NM.
1
Start on the route
7 ft
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the route
2
Turn left
5.6 mi
·
7 min
3
Keep slight left
7.6 mi
·
10 min
4
Take the exit straight toward I 40 East: Albuquerque
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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I 40 East: Albuquerque
5
Merge slight left
256 mi
·
4 hr 21 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward US 84 South: Fort Summer
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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US 84 South: Fort Summer
7
Turn right onto Historic Route 66
262 ft
·
4 sec
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Historic Route 66
8
Continue on South US Highway 84
41 mi
·
47 min
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South US Highway 84
9
Continue on North 4th Street
0.6 mi
·
45 sec
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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
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 185.8 miles from Twin Lakes, NM, or about 3h 21m 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 82 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 185.8 miles or 3h 21m 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 Clovis, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Twin Lakes, 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 Twin Lakes, NM
This is one driving day of about 371.6 miles and 6h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Twin Lakes, 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 185.8 mi from Twin Lakes, NM · 3h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
186 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 82 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 185.8 miles from Twin Lakes, 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
$56.12 one way
$112.24 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
130 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $61.61 | $123.21 |
| premium | $4.56 | $66.70 | $133.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $82.04 | $164.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 130 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 111.5 | 1 | $39.02 | $17.84 |
| Efficient EV | 92.9 | 1 | $32.52 | $14.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 148.6 | 1 | $52.02 | $23.78 |
Gas CO2
130 kg
EV CO2
43 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.
Destination
Clovis, NM
Late night in Clovis on Wednesday
Local time
4:11 AM
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
59 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 42m 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 Twin Lakes, NM to Clovis, NM covers 371.6 miles and takes about 6h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40 East, US 84 South, Route 66. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 185.8 miles from Twin Lakes, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $56.12 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 42m, 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 Twin Lakes, NM to Clovis, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Twin Lakes, NM to Clovis, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
High-altitude sections with notable climbs. The route ranges from 4,109 ft to 6,975 ft elevation with about 2,554 ft of total climbing. There are 3 notable high points along the way.
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