How far is Anthony, NM from Hobbs, NM?
The driving distance from Anthony, NM to Hobbs, NM is about 252 miles (405.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 208.2 miles (335 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 08m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Eddy County, New Mexico, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Anthony and Hobbs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anthony and Hobbs.
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Start on the route
33 m · 9 sec
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Turn right onto Miller Street
54 m · 10 sec · Miller Street
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Turn right onto South Anthony Drive
61 m · 11 sec · South Anthony Drive
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Continue on South Anthony Drive
92 m · 6 sec · South Anthony Drive
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward North Main Street
53 m · 3 sec · North Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North Main Street
1619 ft · 42 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto Franklin Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Franklin Street
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Continue on Antonio Street
2847 ft · 1 min · Antonio Street
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Turn right onto South Desert Boulevard
52 m · 5 sec · South Desert Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight left
789 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left onto Camino Real de Tierra Adentro
11.6 mi · 14 min · Camino Real de Tierra Adentro
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Continue straight
11.2 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 62, US 180: Paisano Drive, Chelsea Street
2920 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto East Paisano Drive
2796 ft · 43 sec · East Paisano Drive
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Continue on Montana Avenue
5.2 mi · 8 min · Montana Avenue
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Continue on Arturo Benavides Memorial Freeway
2.5 mi · 3 min · Arturo Benavides Memorial Freeway
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Continue on Montana Avenue
13.7 mi · 17 min · Montana Avenue
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Continue on US Highway 62
102.3 mi · 1 hr 46 min · US Highway 62
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Continue on National Parks Highway
33.6 mi · 38 min · National Parks Highway
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Merge slight left onto South Canal Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · South Canal Street
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Turn right onto West Greene Street
6.5 mi · 8 min · West Greene Street
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Continue on Hobbs Highway
20.4 mi · 22 min · Hobbs Highway
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Continue on West Carlsbad Highway
39.6 mi · 45 min · West Carlsbad Highway
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Continue on West Marland Boulevard
2.5 mi · 3 min · West Marland Boulevard
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Turn left onto South Turner Street
2186 ft · 44 sec · South Turner Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Turner Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Anthony and Hobbs.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 62
Continue on US Highway 62
102 mi · 01h 46m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Clear leaving Anthony and Sunny near Hobbs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Anthony to Hobbs?
The road trip is about 252 miles (405.5 km) and usually takes 04h 08m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Loving is a useful midpoint, sitting about 127.2 miles from Anthony and 124.8 miles from Hobbs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 208.2 miles (335 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:42 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.67 one way or $67.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 79 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Anthony and Sunny near Hobbs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Anthony and Hobbs. Straight-line distance: 208.18 mi (335.04 km).
#1 Anthony
City in New Mexico
| Population | 9,276 |
| Coordinates | 32.0039900, -106.6058300 |
| Altitude | 1159 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hobbs
City in Lea County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 39,339 |
| Coordinates | 32.7026100, -103.1360400 |
| Altitude | 1104 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Turner Street (-103.136215, 32.70261)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 405 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $33.67 | $67.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $37.86 | $75.73 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $41.12 | $82.23 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $48.14 | $96.28 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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