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Trip from Clovis, NM to Paradise Hills, NM
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 21m
Distance
229.6 mi
369 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 8m
★
6 AM
4h 22m
8 AM
4h 48m
10 AM
4h 31m
12 PM
4h 28m
3 PM
4h 32m
5 PM
4h 47m
8 PM
4h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clovis, NM
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Paradise Hills, NM
Catherine Franken
Trip Overview
Clovis, NM to Paradise Hills, NM is 229.6 miles and takes about 4h 21m via I 40, US 60, and US Highway 84, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Mexico, traversing the Desert Southwest region for its entirety. Given its mostly highway profile and manageable distance, it's a straightforward drive best suited for a single day. You'll find the driving straightforward, with 93% of the route on main roads, making it an efficient way to get from point A to point B.
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
114.8 miles from Clovis, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 13m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 114.4 mi | 1h 57m |
| US 60 | 58.1 mi | 1h 8m |
| US Highway 84 | 41.1 mi | 46m |
| Paseo del Norte Boulevard Northeast | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| San Mateo Boulevard Northeast | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| West 7th Street | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Paradise Boulevard Northwest | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Pan American Freeway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 114.4 mi, about 1h 57m
Traffic on I-40
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 50 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~3,021 veh/hr typical · worst 3,556
Quietest
2 AM
~333 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 102 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clovis, NM and Paradise Hills, NM.
1
Start on North Main Street
41 ft
·
5 sec
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North Main Street
2
Turn right onto West 7th Street
2.3 mi
·
4 min
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West 7th Street
3
Turn right onto US 60; US 84
58 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
US 60; US 84
4
Turn right onto US 84
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
North 4th Street
5
Continue on US 84
41 mi
·
46 min
·
US Highway 84
6
Continue on US 84
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Historic Route 66
7
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 40 West
8
Merge onto I 40
114 mi
·
1 hr 57 min
·
I 40
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 161
Toward San Mateo Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto San Mateo Boulevard Northeast
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
San Mateo Boulevard Northeast
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto Pan American Freeway Northeast
353 ft
·
6 sec
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Pan American Freeway Northeast
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 25 North: Santa Fe
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Merge onto I 25
0.6 mi
·
44 sec
·
Pan American Freeway
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 232
Toward NM 423: Paseo del Norte
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward NM 423 West: Paseo del Norte
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto NM 423
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Paseo del Norte Boulevard Northeast
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Turn right onto Eagle Ranch Road Northwest
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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Eagle Ranch Road Northwest
18
Turn left onto Paradise Boulevard Northwest
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Paradise Boulevard Northwest
Use the left / straight lanes.
19
Turn right onto Erlitz Drive Northwest
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
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Erlitz Drive Northwest
20
Turn left onto Ironwood Drive Northwest
337 ft
·
16 sec
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Ironwood Drive Northwest
21
Turn right onto Elmhurst Drive Northwest
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Elmhurst Drive Northwest
22
Arrive at destination
Elmhurst Drive Northwest
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4h 21m drive, consider an early morning departure from Clovis, NM, to maximize daylight. The longest stretch without services is 114.4 miles on I 40, so ensure your fuel tank is adequately filled before embarking on that segment. With only one recommended stop, you have the flexibility to be spontaneous or plan a brief break mid-journey. The $34 fuel estimate assumes average gas prices, so check current rates before you go. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach Paradise Hills with time to spare.
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 114.8 miles from Clovis, NM, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 114.4 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 51 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.8 miles or 2h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Paradise Hills, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Clovis, 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 Clovis, NM
This is one driving day of about 229.6 miles and 4h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Clovis, 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 40 for about 114.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
115 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 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 114.8 miles from Clovis, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 114.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Cline's Corners
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Anton Chico Rest Area West Bound
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Rest Area
0.3 mi from route
TA
0.3 mi from route
Lisa's Truck Center
0.3 mi from route
TA
2.2 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 102.3 and 221.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
102.3 mi into trip
|
~2h in
Turn left toward I 40 West
Navigation decision point
Toward I 40 West
7
217 mi into trip
|
~3h 58m in
Take the exit toward San Mateo Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 161
Toward San Mateo Boulevard
6
217.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 59m in
|
San Mateo Boulevard Northeast
Turn right onto San Mateo Boulevard Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
221.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 7m in
Take the exit toward NM 423: Paseo del Norte
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 232
Toward NM 423: Paseo del Norte
7
221.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NM 423 West: Paseo del Norte
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NM 423 West: Paseo del Norte
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.74 one way
$71.48 round trip
$3.95/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $39.40 | $78.81 |
| premium | $4.71 | $42.58 | $85.17 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $55.85 | $111.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.9 | 0 | $24.11 | $11.02 |
| Efficient EV | 57.4 | 0 | $20.09 | $9.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.8 | 1 | $32.14 | $14.69 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 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.
Origin
Clovis, NM
Morning in Clovis on Saturday
Local time
6:50 AM
MDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Sunny
NE 15 to 30 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 12:04AM MDT until October 17 at 8:00AM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 12:04AM MDT until October 17 at 8:00AM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Destination
Paradise Hills, NM
Morning in Paradise Hills on Saturday
Local time
6:50 AM
MDT
Current temp
66°F
Sunny
SE 0 to 15 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 12:04AM MDT until October 17 at 8:00AM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 12:04AM MDT until October 17 at 8:00AM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
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
9 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
4h 21m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Petroglyph National Monument
National Monument
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...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 229.6
Caution: Be City Smart: Take precautions to secure your vehicle and valuables.
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is overwhelmingly on major highways, with 93% of the 229.6 miles on I 40, US 60, and US Highway 84. Expect a long stretch of 114.4 miles on I 40 before transitioning to other highways. Once you leave the interstate for surface roads, you'll notice the change in pace and exit density. The majority of your time will be spent on high-speed, long-distance cruising.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 114.4 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 60. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 102.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 229.6 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 102.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 217 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 217.3 miles (San Mateo Boulevard Northeast): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
6,976 ft
4,074 ft
Total Climb
3,721 ft
Total Descent
2,667 ft
Highest Point
6,976 ft
~164 mi in
Elevation Range
2,902 ft
Notable High Points
4,400 ft at ~16.4 miles
+23 ft prominence
6,976 ft at ~164 miles
+700 ft prominence
6,882 ft at ~196.8 miles
+688 ft prominence
About the Cities
Starting in Clovis, NM
Full guide →Founded 1906
Clovis is a city in the southeastern region of New Mexico, in Curry County, near the Texas state line. It is famous for the nearby archaeological site where "Clovis man" was discovered. It is a military community supporting nearby Cannon Air Force Base.
Top landmarks
- • Hotel Clovis — historic building in Clovis, New Mexico, US
- • State Theater — movie theater in Clovis, New Mexico, United States
- • Clovis Depot — railway station in Clovis, the United States of America
Arriving in Paradise Hills, NM
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 21m. Total distance: 229.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 114.4 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 12 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Paradise Hills, NM before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 12 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through NM can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 102.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 217 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 217.3 miles (San Mateo Boulevard Northeast): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Petroglyph National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Paradise Hills, NM, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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