How far is Clayton, NM from Hobbs, NM?
The driving distance from Clayton, NM to Hobbs, NM is about 312.9 miles (503.6 km), with a travel time of about 05h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 259 miles (416.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 21m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 10m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Curry County, New Mexico, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clayton and Hobbs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clayton and Hobbs.
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Start on Main Street
14 m · 9 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto South 1st Street
56.3 mi · 1 hr 4 min · South 1st Street
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Continue straight
4.7 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 385 South: Channing
80.1 mi · 1 hr 25 min
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Turn right onto West 1st Street
20.8 mi · 21 min · West 1st Street
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Continue straight
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Grand Avenue
3.8 mi · 5 min · Grand Avenue
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Continue straight
24.8 mi · 26 min
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Keep slight right
99 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto North 1st Street
73.7 mi · 1 hr 17 min · North 1st Street
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Turn slight right
110 m · 13 sec
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Turn straight onto Cowboy Way
1.5 km · 1 min · Cowboy Way
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Turn left onto Highway 82
2281 ft · 36 sec · Highway 82
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Continue on US Highway 82
14.5 mi · 15 min · US Highway 82
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Turn left
8.6 mi · 15 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
21 mi · 31 min
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Turn right onto East Sanger Street
2656 ft · 1 min · East Sanger Street
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Turn left onto North Turner Street
3117 ft · 1 min · North 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 Clayton and Hobbs.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
US 385 South
Take the exit slight right toward US 385 South: Channing
80.1 mi · 01h 25m
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.
Sunny leaving Clayton and Sunny near Hobbs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clayton to Hobbs?
The road trip is about 312.9 miles (503.6 km) and usually takes 05h 10m 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?
Texico is a useful midpoint, sitting about 156.3 miles from Clayton and 156.6 miles from Hobbs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 259 miles (416.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.9 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 6:38 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.81 one way or $83.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 98.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Clayton and Sunny near Hobbs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clayton and Hobbs. Straight-line distance: 259.05 mi (416.9 km).
#1 Clayton
Town in New Mexico
| Population | 2,660 |
| Coordinates | 36.4516900, -103.1841000 |
| Altitude | 1541 |
| 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: 504 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 54m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $41.81 | $83.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $47.02 | $94.04 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $51.06 | $102.12 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $59.78 | $119.56 |
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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