Spanning 94.3 miles across the high desert of southern New Mexico, this trip from Deming to Chaparral is a straightforward drive that typically takes about 1 hour and 49 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stops along the way. You should plan for a fuel budget of approximately $14 to complete the journey. The drive remains entirely within the Desert Southwest, keeping the landscape consistent as you travel between these two New Mexico communities. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that prioritizes efficiency over complex detours, making it a reliable choice for travelers who want to reach their destination without unnecessary complications.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.2 miles from Deming, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 49m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
79.3 mi
1h 21m
East O'Hara Road
8.1 mi
12m
West Lisa Drive
4.7 mi
9m
Prescott Anthony Drive
1 mi
3m
East Cedar Street
0.4 mi
<1m
US 180
0.4 mi
<1m
War Road
0.3 mi
<1m
North Gold Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
— 79.3 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Deming, NM and Chaparral, NM.
1
Start on I 10 Bus
43 ft·3 sec·East Pine Street
2
Turn right onto NM 11
440 ft·9 sec·North Gold Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 180
0.4 mi·27 sec·East Cedar Street
4
Take the exit onto US 180
0.4 mi·45 sec·US 180
5
Merge onto I 10
79 mi·1 hr 21 min·Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Toward NM 404: Anthony, Chaparral
7
Turn left onto NM 404
8.1 mi·12 min·East O'Hara Road
8
Enter roundabout onto NM 213
247 ft·4 sec·War Road
9
Continue on NM 213
0.2 mi·27 sec·War Road
10
Turn right onto West Lisa Drive
4.7 mi·9 min·West Lisa Drive
11
Turn right onto Prescott Anthony Drive
1.0 mi·3 min·Prescott Anthony Drive
12
Arrive at destination
Prescott Anthony Drive
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart at a time that best fits your schedule without needing a rigid itinerary. You will not find any required stops built into the route, so try to fuel up in Deming before you head out to ensure you stay within your $14 budget. Keep a close watch on your navigation as you transition from the Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway onto the local roads, as these turns are frequent and define the second half of your journey. Because there are no formal rest stops mandated by the distance, feel free to pull over whenever you need a break to stretch your legs. Staying alert during those final local segments will ensure a smooth arrival in Chaparral.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 47.2 miles from Deming, NM, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.3 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 21 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.2 miles or 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chaparral, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Deming, NM so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Deming, NM
This is one driving day of about 94.3 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Deming, NM.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway for about 79.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 93.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|NM 11 / North Gold Avenue
Turn right onto NM 11 / North Gold Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
80.1 mi into trip|~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward NM 404: Anthony, Chaparral
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NM 404: Anthony, Chaparral
4
88.4 mi into trip|~1h 35m in|NM 213 / War Road
Enter roundabout onto NM 213 / War Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
88.7 mi into trip|~1h 36m in|West Lisa Drive
Turn right onto West Lisa Drive
Navigation decision point
4
93.3 mi into trip|~1h 45m in|Prescott Anthony Drive
Turn right onto Prescott Anthony Drive
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.24 one way
$28.48 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$15.63
$31.27
premium
$4.56
$16.93
$33.85
diesel
$5.61
$20.82
$41.64
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.3
0
$9.90
$4.53
Efficient EV
23.6
0
$8.25
$3.77
EV Truck/SUV
37.7
0
$13.20
$6.04
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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 15, 2026
Origin
Deming, NM
Evening
in Deming on Saturday
Local time
8:49 PM
MDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Chaparral, NM
Evening
in Chaparral on Saturday
Local time
8:49 PM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 49m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route relies on a series of secondary roads. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 79.3 miles. The remaining segments transition into local thoroughfares like East O'Hara Road and West Lisa Drive, which require more active steering and attention than a standard highway. With a highway share of 0%, the route keeps you off major interstates and keeps the pace steady but varied. You will feel the shift in road texture as the drive progresses from the open highway into the more localized navigation required near your destination.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 79.3 mi on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NM 11 / North Gold Avenue.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Deming, NM to Chaparral, NM is easy. At 1h 49m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NM 11 / North Gold Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 80.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88.4 miles (NM 213 / War Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 94.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 79.3 miles on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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: near the start (NM 11 / North Gold Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 80.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88.4 miles (NM 213 / War Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Chaparral, NM before heading back.
