Paradise Hills, NM to Clovis, NM is 229.9 miles and takes about 4h 22m via Coronado Freeway and US Highway 60, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Mexico's Desert Southwest region, offering a straightforward route for a single-day excursion. With 93% of the drive on highways, expect mostly open road and efficient travel. It's a practical choice for getting between these two points with minimal fuss.
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
114.9 miles from Paradise Hills, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 7m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Coronado Freeway
114.5 mi
1h 57m
US Highway 60
56.8 mi
1h 7m
South US Highway 84
41.1 mi
46m
Paseo del Norte Boulevard Northwest
5 mi
6m
San Mateo Boulevard Northeast
3.4 mi
7m
West 7th Street
2.4 mi
4m
Paradise Boulevard Northwest
1.7 mi
3m
East Sumner Avenue
1.3 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Coronado Freeway
— 114.5 mi, about 1h 57m
Traffic on I-40
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 25 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,927 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,488
Quietest
3 AM
~337 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 51 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 Paradise Hills, NM and Clovis, NM.
1
Start on Elmhurst Drive Northwest
0.2 mi·42 sec·Elmhurst Drive Northwest
2
Turn left onto Ironwood Drive Northwest
337 ft·18 sec·Ironwood Drive Northwest
3
Turn right onto Erlitz Drive Northwest
0.1 mi·37 sec·Erlitz Drive Northwest
4
At end of road, turn left onto Paradise Boulevard Northwest
1.7 mi·3 min·Paradise Boulevard Northwest
Use the right lane.
5
Turn right onto Eagle Ranch Road Northwest
0.2 mi·21 sec·Eagle Ranch Road Northwest
Use the right lane.
6
Turn left onto NM 423
5.0 mi·6 min·Paseo del Norte Boulevard Northwest
Use the left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 25 South: Las CrucesUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 25
1.1 mi·1 min·Pan American Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·42 sec
Exit 230Toward San Mateo BoulevardUse the right lane.
10
Turn straight onto Osuna Road Northeast
460 ft·10 sec·Osuna Road Northeast
11
Continue on San Mateo Boulevard Northeast
3.4 mi·7 min·San Mateo Boulevard Northeast
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left
0.2 mi·33 sec
13
Merge onto I 40
115 mi·1 hr 57 min·Coronado Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward US 84 South: Fort Summer
15
Turn right onto US 84
264 ft·3 sec·Historic Route 66
16
Continue on US 84
41 mi·46 min·South US Highway 84
17
Continue on US 84
0.6 mi·45 sec·North 4th Street
18
Continue on US 60; US 84
1.3 mi·1 min·East Sumner Avenue
19
Continue on US 60; US 84
57 mi·1 hr 7 min·US Highway 60
Use the left lane.
20
Turn left onto West 7th Street
2.4 mi·4 min·West 7th Street
Use the left lane.
21
Turn left onto North Main Street
41 ft·1 sec·North Main Street
22
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour drive time, departing in the morning from Paradise Hills will allow you to reach Clovis with plenty of daylight remaining. The fuel cost is estimated at $34, so ensure your tank is full before you leave, especially since the longest stretch without a major town is over 114 miles. While there's only one listed stop, plan for brief breaks as needed to stay alert. With the majority of the route on highways, you can maintain a steady pace, making it a comfortable one-day trip.
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 114.9 miles from Paradise Hills, NM, or about 2h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 114.5 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 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.9 miles or 2h 7m 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 31m
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 Paradise Hills, 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 Paradise Hills, NM
This is one driving day of about 229.9 miles and 4h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Paradise Hills, 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 Coronado Freeway for about 114.5 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 8.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip|~1m in|Erlitz Drive Northwest
Turn right onto Erlitz Drive Northwest
Navigation decision point
6
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|Paradise Boulevard Northwest
At end of road, turn left onto Paradise Boulevard Northwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
2.1 mi into trip|~5m in|Eagle Ranch Road Northwest
Turn right onto Eagle Ranch Road Northwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
7.3 mi into trip|~12m in
Take the exit toward I 25 South: Las Cruces
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 25 South: Las Cruces
7
8.9 mi into trip|~14m in
Take the exit toward San Mateo Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 230
Toward San Mateo Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.91 one way
$63.83 round trip
$3.53/gal25.4 MPG avg80 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.95
$35.71
$71.41
premium
$4.29
$38.82
$77.64
diesel
$4.80
$43.41
$86.82
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
69
0
$24.14
$11.04
Efficient EV
57.5
0
$20.12
$9.20
EV Truck/SUV
92
1
$32.19
$14.71
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.
Forecast as of Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Paradise Hills, NM
Late night
in Paradise Hills on Sunday
Local time
4:40 AM
MDT
Current temp
92°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 0 to 10 mph38% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 18 at 11:40AM MDT until July 18 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 18 at 11:40AM MDT until July 19 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Destination
Clovis, NM
Late night
in Clovis on Sunday
Local time
4:40 AM
MDT
Current temp
91°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 mph28% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 18 at 11:40AM MDT until July 18 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 18 at 11:40AM MDT until July 19 at 6:00PM 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
1 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
4h 22m 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
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway driving, with 93% of the 229.9 miles spent on major roadways like the Coronado Freeway and US Highway 60. You'll encounter a long stretch of 114.5 miles on the Coronado Freeway, indicating extended periods of consistent cruising. The transition from highway to surface roads will occur as you approach your destination, likely with a noticeable increase in local traffic and intersections.
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: 114.5 mi on Coronado Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Coronado Freeway and US Highway 60. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Erlitz Drive Northwest.
Driving Effort6/10
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 229.9 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.2 miles (Erlitz Drive Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Paradise Boulevard Northwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (Eagle Ranch Road Northwest): Lane positioning matters here.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 22m. Total distance: 229.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 22m 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 114.5 miles on Coronado Freeway. 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 Clovis, 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 0.2 miles (Erlitz Drive Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Paradise Boulevard Northwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (Eagle Ranch Road Northwest): 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 Clovis, NM, but most travelers stay overnight.
