Hobbs, NM Road Trips
With 22 routes heading out and 0 heading in, Hobbs, NM works well as a modest departure point in the Desert Southwest. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 370 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Hobbs, NM head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
22
Longest Drive
509.5 mi
Waterflow, NM
Quickest Drive
5h 53m
Edgewood, NM
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Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Hobbs, NM
Hobbs, NM to Waterflow, NM
Hobbs, NM to Spencerville, NM
Hobbs, NM to Aztec, NM
Hobbs, NM to Lee Acres, NM
Hobbs, NM to Gallup, NM
Hobbs, NM to Navajo, NM
Hobbs, NM to Silver City, NM
Hobbs, NM to Taos Pueblo, NM
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Hobbs, NM to Jemez Pueblo, NM
Hobbs, NM to Tome, NM
Hobbs, NM to Valencia, NM
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Hobbs, NM to Rio Communities, NM
Hobbs, NM to Nambe, NM
Hobbs, NM to South Valley, NM
Hobbs, NM to Jarales, NM
Hobbs, NM to Sandia Heights, NM
Driving from Hobbs, NM
On average, trips departing from Hobbs, NM run 370 miles with a drive time of roughly 7h 34m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 510 miles (10h 14m), while the shortest is just 282 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Hobbs, NM include Waterflow, NM (509.5 mi, 10h 14m), Spencerville, NM (492.5 mi, 9h 52m), Aztec, NM (488.7 mi, 9h 46m), Lee Acres, NM (483.6 mi, 9h 36m), and Gallup, NM (453.8 mi, 8h 45m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in NM currently averages around $3.79 per gallon. For the typical 370-mile trip from Hobbs, NM, budget about $55 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 22 mapped routes leaving Hobbs, NM and 0 routes heading into Hobbs, NM, covering 22 total connections. Distances range from 282 to 510 miles.
The longest mapped route from Hobbs, NM covers 510 miles and takes approximately 10h 14m. Shorter options start at just 282 miles.
The average route from Hobbs, NM runs about 370 miles with a drive time of roughly 7h 34m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.79/gallon for regular), the average 370-mile trip from Hobbs, NM costs roughly $55 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Hobbs, NM include Waterflow, NM, Spencerville, NM, Aztec, NM and Lee Acres, NM. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Hobbs, NM by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
39,887
Median Income
$65,691
Median Home Value
$180,700
Median Age
31.7
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Hobbs, NM at a Glance
Founded
1907
Elevation
3,622 ft
Area
7 mi²
Notable People from Hobbs, NM
A sampling of people born in Hobbs, NM.
Bill Bridges
1939–2015
American basketball player (1939–2015)
Damion James
1987
American basketball player
Ryan Bingham
1981
American musician
Colt McCoy
1986
American football player (born 1986)
Timmy Smith
1964
former professional American football player
Diane Denish
1949
American politician
City data from Wikidata (Q1010782), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Hobbs, NM
Hobbs is a city of 39,000 people (2019) in Southeast New Mexico.
1 Western Heritage Museum & Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame (at New Mexico Junior College), ☏ +1 575-492-2678, [email protected]. (updated Jan 2022)
1 Zia Park Casino, Hotel, and Racetrack, 3901 W Millen Dr, toll-free: +1-888-ZIA-PARK (942-7275). (updated Jan 2018)
Pacific Rim, 1309 W Joe Harvey Blvd, ☏ +1 575 392-0030. The creme de la creme of Hobbs. Pan Asian Fusion cuisine. Somewhat pricey.
Comfort Suites, 2708 West Scenic Dr, ☏ +1 575 492-1000. Free continental breakfast with fresh waffles, free wifi, indoor heated pool, and exercise room. Motel 6 Hobbs, NM - Event Center, 5220 Lovington Hwy, ☏ +1 575-391-0282. Check-in: 1PM, check-out: noon. Indoor pool & spa, fitness room, 32-inch TV in all rooms with full cable & HBO. 1 Desert Hills, 129 S Marland Pl. (updated Nov 2021)
1 Lea County Regional Airport (HOB IATA). Hobbs Airport is served by United Express with non-stop service from Houston-Intercontinental Airport. (updated Nov 2019)
Travel tips adapted from Hobbs on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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