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.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
45.81 mi
01h 02m
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
45.81 mi
Kilometers
73.73 km
Drive Time
01h 02m

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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.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Bennett
Thu, Apr 23, 9:04 AM MDT
Return by in Hobbs
Thu, Apr 23, 10:07 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Hobbs
2026-04-23T08:02
Arrive Bennett
Thu, Apr 23, 9:04 AM MDT
Route Timing
01h 02m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:03 AM to 11:03 AM MDT

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

Leave by
4:24 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Hobbs
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

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 Hobbs
23 mi
00h 31m
To Bennett
22.9 mi
00h 31m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
86°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
10 to 25 mph SW
Destination
88°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
5 to 20 mph SW

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.

  1. 1

    Start on North Turner Street

    2186 ft · 51 sec · North Turner Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto East Marland Street

    2643 ft · 38 sec · East Marland Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto South Dal Paso Street

    1.6 km · 2 min · South Dal Paso Street

  4. 4

    Continue on South Eunice Highway

    39.7 mi · 52 min · South Eunice Highway

  5. 5

    Turn right onto East Kansas Avenue

    1190 ft · 27 sec · East Kansas Avenue

  6. 6

    Turn left onto North 3rd Street

    1.7 mi · 3 min · North 3rd Street

  7. 7

    Continue on Frying Pan Road

    2.2 mi · 4 min · Frying Pan Road

  8. 8

    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.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
8 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
17.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
South Eunice Highway
39.7 mi · 87%
Frying Pan Road
2.21 mi · 5%
North 3rd Street
1.75 mi · 4%
South Dal Paso Street
0.99 mi · 2%
East Marland Street
0.5 mi · 1%
North Turner Street
0.41 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

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.

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
01h 02m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 06m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+1.7 mi
44.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Eunice
00h 31m from Hobbs
Leave By
4:24 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

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).

Hobbs

#1 Hobbs

City in Lea County, New Mexico, United States

Population39,339
Coordinates32.7026100, -103.1360400
Altitude1104
CountryUnited States
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#2 Bennett

Bennett is a place in New Mexico, United States.

Population0
Coordinates32.0679000, -103.2110100
Altitude903
CountryUnited States
Start: Hobbs (-103.13604, 32.70261)
End: Bennett (-103.21101, 32.0679)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 74 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
1.62 gal
6.12 L · about $6.13
Round trip
$12.27
3.24 gal · 12.24 L
Estimated CO2
14.4 kg one way
Round trip: 28.8 kg / 63 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
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.

Prices in New Mexico · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Hobbs and Bennett. The current time is 08:02:20.

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.