How far is Hobbs, NM from Capitan, NM?
The driving distance from Hobbs, NM to Capitan, NM is about 186.8 miles (300.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 152.5 miles (245.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 15m 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 04h 07m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Chaves County, New Mexico, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hobbs and Capitan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hobbs and Capitan.
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Start on North Turner Street
2186 ft · 48 sec · North Turner Street
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Turn right onto West Marland Boulevard
2.5 mi · 3 min · West Marland Boulevard
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Continue on West Carlsbad Highway
12 mi · 14 min · West Carlsbad Highway
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Turn right onto NM Highway 529
31.2 mi · 46 min · NM Highway 529
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Lovington Highway
29.1 mi · 43 min · Lovington Highway
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Continue on East Main Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North 1st Street
2 mi · 2 min · North 1st Street
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Continue on Roswell Highway
7.2 mi · 8 min · Roswell Highway
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Continue on Southeast Main Street
26.4 mi · 30 min · Southeast Main Street
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Turn left onto Relief Route
7.9 mi · 11 min · Relief Route
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Turn left onto West 2nd Street
43.6 mi · 53 min · West 2nd Street
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Turn right
22.3 mi · 33 min
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Turn left
23 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hobbs and Capitan.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West 2nd Street
Turn left onto West 2nd Street
43.6 mi · 00h 53m
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 Hobbs and Clear near Capitan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hobbs to Capitan?
The road trip is about 186.8 miles (300.6 km) and usually takes 04h 07m 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?
Lake Arthur is a useful midpoint, sitting about 93.3 miles from Hobbs and 93.5 miles from Capitan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 152.5 miles (245.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.3 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 8:44 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.96 one way or $49.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hobbs and Clear near Capitan.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hobbs and Capitan. Straight-line distance: 152.52 mi (245.45 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 Capitan
Village in New Mexico, USA
| Population | 1,457 |
| Coordinates | 33.5453600, -105.5722000 |
| Altitude | 1935 |
| Country | United States |
End: Capitan (-105.5722, 33.54536)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 301 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 19m |
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 | $24.96 | $49.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $28.07 | $56.13 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $30.48 | $60.96 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $35.68 | $71.37 |
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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