How far is Hobbs, NM from Dexter, NM?
The driving distance from Hobbs, NM to Dexter, NM is about 107.4 miles (172.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 79.5 miles (127.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 54m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 27m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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City in New Mexico, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hobbs and Dexter.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hobbs and Dexter.
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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
16.1 mi · 18 min · Southeast Main Street
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Turn right onto East Shawnee Road
3.8 mi · 7 min · East Shawnee Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Cherokee Road
72 m · 8 sec · Cherokee Road
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Turn right onto Old Dexter Highway
529 ft · 11 sec · Old Dexter Highway
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Continue on East Shawnee Road
2010 ft · 40 sec · East Shawnee Road
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Turn straight onto Elford Avenue
1158 ft · 23 sec · Elford Avenue
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Continue on 1st Street
813 ft · 16 sec · 1st Street
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Turn slight right onto Old Dexter Highway
49 m · 3 sec · Old Dexter Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old Dexter Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hobbs and Dexter.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
NM Highway 529
Turn right onto NM Highway 529
31.2 mi · 00h 46m
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 then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Dexter.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hobbs to Dexter?
The road trip is about 107.4 miles (172.8 km) and usually takes 02h 27m 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?
Artesia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.6 miles from Hobbs and 53.7 miles from Dexter.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79.5 miles (127.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:36 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.35 one way or $28.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hobbs and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Dexter.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hobbs and Dexter. Straight-line distance: 79.45 mi (127.86 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 Dexter
Town in Chaves County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 1,244 |
| Coordinates | 33.1973300, -104.3730200 |
| Altitude | 1056 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dexter (-104.37302, 33.19733)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 173 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 20m |
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 | $14.35 | $28.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $16.14 | $32.28 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $17.53 | $35.06 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $20.52 | $41.05 |
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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