How far is Bennett, NM from Hobbs, NM?

The driving distance from Bennett, NM to Hobbs, NM is about 46.3 miles (74.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 44.1 miles (70.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
46.26 mi
00h 53m
Flight
44.07 mi
70.93 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
44.07 mi
Kilometers
70.93 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
46.26 mi
Kilometers
74.45 km
Drive Time
00h 53m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 53m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hobbs
Thu, Apr 23, 6:01 AM MDT
Return by in Bennett
Thu, Apr 23, 6:55 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Bennett
2026-04-23T05:08
Arrive Hobbs
Thu, Apr 23, 6:01 AM MDT
Route Timing
00h 53m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:54 AM to 10:54 AM MDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:42 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Bennett
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Eunice
NM

City in Lea County, New Mexico, United States

From Bennett
23 mi
00h 26m
To Hobbs
23.3 mi
00h 26m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
88°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
5 to 20 mph SW
Destination
86°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
10 to 25 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Bennett and Hobbs.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bennett and Hobbs.

  1. 1

    Start on Frying Pan Road

    2.2 mi · 4 min · Frying Pan Road

  2. 2

    Continue on South 3rd Street

    1.7 mi · 3 min · South 3rd Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto East Kansas Avenue

    1190 ft · 20 sec · East Kansas Avenue

  4. 4

    Turn left

    40.7 mi · 54 min

  5. 5

    Turn left onto East Marland Street

    2720 ft · 49 sec · East Marland Street

  6. 6

    Turn right onto South Turner Street

    2186 ft · 44 sec · South Turner Street

  7. 7

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Turner Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Bennett and Hobbs.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
7 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
15.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Frying Pan Road
2.21 mi · 5%
South 3rd Street
1.75 mi · 4%
East Marland Street
0.52 mi · 1%
South Turner Street
0.41 mi · 1%
East Kansas Avenue
0.23 mi
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn left

40.7 mi · 00h 54m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
00h 53m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 48m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+2.2 mi
44.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Eunice
00h 26m from Bennett
Leave By
4:42 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Bennett and Mostly Sunny near Hobbs.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Bennett to Hobbs?

The road trip is about 46.3 miles (74.5 km) and usually takes 00h 53m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Eunice is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23 miles from Bennett and 23.3 miles from Hobbs.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 44.1 miles (70.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:42 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.17 one way or $12.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bennett and Mostly Sunny near Hobbs.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Bennett and Hobbs. Straight-line distance: 44.07 mi (70.93 km).

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#1 Bennett

Bennett is a place in New Mexico, United States.

Population0
Coordinates32.0679000, -103.2110100
Altitude903
CountryUnited States
Hobbs

#2 Hobbs

City in Lea County, New Mexico, United States

Population39,339
Coordinates32.7026100, -103.1360400
Altitude1104
CountryUnited States
Start: (-103.211036, 32.0679)
End: North Turner Street (-103.136215, 32.70261)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 74 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 32m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 09m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 55m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 46m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 39m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 34m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.63 gal
6.18 L · about $6.17
Round trip
$12.35
3.26 gal · 12.36 L
Estimated CO2
14.5 kg one way
Round trip: 29 kg / 64 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $6.17 $12.35
Mid-grade $4.26 $6.94 $13.88
Premium $4.63 $7.54 $15.08
Diesel $5.42 $8.83 $17.65

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in New Mexico · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Bennett and Hobbs. The current time is 05:08:19.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.