How far is Hobbs, NM from Bennett, NM?
The driving distance from Hobbs, NM to Bennett, NM is about 45.8 miles (73.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44.1 miles (70.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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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 01h 02m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lea County, New Mexico, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hobbs and Bennett.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hobbs and Bennett.
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Start on North Turner Street
2186 ft · 51 sec · North Turner Street
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Turn left onto East Marland Street
2643 ft · 38 sec · East Marland Street
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Turn right onto South Dal Paso Street
1.6 km · 2 min · South Dal Paso Street
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Continue on South Eunice Highway
39.7 mi · 52 min · South Eunice Highway
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Turn right onto East Kansas Avenue
1190 ft · 27 sec · East Kansas Avenue
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Turn left onto North 3rd Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · North 3rd Street
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Continue on Frying Pan Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Frying Pan Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Frying Pan Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hobbs and Bennett.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
South Eunice Highway
Continue on South Eunice Highway
39.7 mi · 00h 52m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Hobbs and Mostly Sunny near Bennett.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hobbs to Bennett?
The road trip is about 45.8 miles (73.7 km) and usually takes 01h 02m 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 Hobbs and 22.9 miles from Bennett.
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 1.7 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 4:24 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.13 one way or $12.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hobbs and Mostly Sunny near Bennett.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hobbs and Bennett. Straight-line distance: 44.07 mi (70.93 km).
#1 Hobbs
City in Lea County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 39,339 |
| Coordinates | 32.7026100, -103.1360400 |
| Altitude | 1104 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bennett
Bennett is a place in New Mexico, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.0679000, -103.2110100 |
| Altitude | 903 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bennett (-103.21101, 32.0679)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 74 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 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.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $6.13 | $12.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.90 | $13.80 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.49 | $14.99 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.77 | $17.54 |
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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