Origin
Hobbs, NM
Evening in Hobbs on Saturday
Local time
8:53 PM
MDT
Current temp
82°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Hobbs, NM to Santa Teresa, NM
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 38m
Distance
246.4 mi
396 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 25m
★
6 AM
4h 39m
8 AM
5h 6m
10 AM
4h 48m
12 PM
4h 46m
3 PM
4h 50m
5 PM
5h 4m
8 PM
4h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hobbs, NM
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Santa Teresa, NM
El Puerto de Santa María
Trip Overview
This 246.4-mile journey from Hobbs, New Mexico, to Santa Teresa, New Mexico, is a solid day trip, taking about 4 hours and 38 minutes to complete. You'll primarily navigate US Highway 62 and West Carlsbad Highway, with a significant portion on National Parks Highway. With 46% of the drive on highways, it offers a mixed experience. The estimated fuel cost is around $37, making it an economical option for a single day of travel. This route keeps you within the Desert Southwest region, offering a consistent landscape throughout your drive.
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
123.2 miles from Hobbs, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 17m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 62 | 102.3 mi | 1h 46m |
| West Carlsbad Highway | 39.6 mi | 45m |
| National Parks Highway | 33.5 mi | 37m |
| Montana Avenue | 21.4 mi | 27m |
| Hobbs Highway | 20.4 mi | 21m |
| I 10 | 11.8 mi | 14m |
| East Greene Street | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| Country Club Road | 3.1 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 62
— 102.3 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hobbs, NM and Santa Teresa, NM.
1
Start on North Turner Street
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Turner Street
2
Turn right onto US 62; US 180
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Marland Boulevard
3
Continue on US 62; US 180
40 mi
·
45 min
·
West Carlsbad Highway
4
Continue on US 62; US 180
20 mi
·
21 min
·
Hobbs Highway
5
Continue on US 62; US 180
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
East Greene Street
6
Turn left onto US 62; US 180; US 285
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Canal Street
7
Turn slight right onto US 62; US 180
34 mi
·
37 min
·
National Parks Highway
8
Continue on US 62; US 180
102 mi
·
1 hr 46 min
·
US Highway 62
9
Continue on US 62; US 180
21 mi
·
27 min
·
Montana Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn slight left onto US 62; US 180
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Paisano Drive
11
Turn right onto US 180
163 ft
·
3 sec
·
Gateway Boulevard West
12
Take the ramp onto US 180
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
US 180
Toward I 10 West
13
Merge onto I 10
12 mi
·
14 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 11
Toward TX 20: Mesa Street, Thorn Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn straight onto North Desert Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
North Desert Boulevard
Toward SH 20
16
Turn left onto TX 20
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Mesa Street
17
Continue on Country Club Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Country Club Road
18
Enter roundabout onto Country Club Road
129 ft
·
5 sec
·
Country Club Road
19
Continue on Country Club Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Country Club Road
20
Enter roundabout onto Country Club Road
238 ft
·
5 sec
·
Country Club Road
21
Continue on Country Club Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Country Club Road
22
Continue on North Country Club Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Country Club Road
23
Turn right onto Apache Brave Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Apache Brave Street
24
At end of road, turn right onto North Apache Gold Loop
111 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Apache Gold Loop
25
Arrive at destination
North Apache Gold Loop
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour and 38-minute drive, departing in the morning will give you plenty of daylight to reach Santa Teresa. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of over 100 miles, plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before the 102.3-mile stretch on US Highway 62, as services can be spaced out in this region. This route is manageable in one day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time.
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 123.2 miles from Hobbs, NM, or about 2h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.3 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 54 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 123.2 miles or 2h 17m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Santa Teresa, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hobbs, 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 Hobbs, NM
This is one driving day of about 246.4 miles and 4h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Hobbs, 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 US Highway 62 for about 102.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
123 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 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 123.2 miles from Hobbs, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 62 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 102.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 246.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.4 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 62; US 180 / West Marland Boulevard
Turn right onto US 62; US 180 / West Marland Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
229.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 12m in
|
US 180
Take the ramp onto US 180 toward I 10 West
Navigation decision point
Toward I 10 West
5
229.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 13m in
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I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
241.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 28m in
Take the exit toward TX 20: Mesa Street, Thorn Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 11
Toward TX 20: Mesa Street, Thorn Avenue
6
246.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 38m in
|
North Apache Gold Loop
At end of road, turn right onto North Apache Gold Loop
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.21 one way
$74.42 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
86 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $40.85 | $81.70 |
| premium | $4.56 | $44.23 | $88.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $54.40 | $108.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 73.9 | 0 | $25.87 | $11.83 |
| Efficient EV | 61.6 | 0 | $21.56 | $9.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 98.6 | 1 | $34.50 | $15.77 |
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 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.
Destination
Santa Teresa, NM
Evening in Santa Teresa on Saturday
Local time
8:53 PM
MDT
Current temp
55°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
27 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 38m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed driving experience on this route, with 46% of the journey taking place on highways. You'll encounter stretches on US Highway 62, including a notable 102.3-mile segment without a stop. The drive will transition between highway speeds and potentially more varied road conditions as you move through different segments like West Carlsbad Highway and National Parks Highway. This blend means you'll experience both efficient travel and moments where you'll need to adjust your pace.
46% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 102.3 mi on US Highway 62.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 62; US 180 / West Marland Boulevard.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 38m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 62; US 180 / West Marland Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 229.2 miles (US 180): Navigation decision point; at 229.4 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Hobbs, NM
Full guide →Hobbs is a city of 39,000 people (2019) in Southeast New Mexico.
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 38m. Total distance: 246.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (46%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 102.3 miles on US Highway 62. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 0.4 miles (US 62; US 180 / West Marland Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 229.2 miles (US 180): Navigation decision point; at 229.4 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Santa Teresa, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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