How far is Hobbs, NM from Edgewood, NM?
The driving distance from Hobbs, NM to Edgewood, NM is about 288.3 miles (464 km), with a travel time of about 05h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 239.3 miles (385.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 05h 53m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A city in Chaves County, New Mexico.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hobbs and Edgewood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hobbs and Edgewood.
-
1
Start on North Turner Street
2186 ft · 48 sec · North Turner Street
-
2
Turn right onto West Marland Boulevard
2.5 mi · 3 min · West Marland Boulevard
-
3
Continue on West Carlsbad Highway
12 mi · 14 min · West Carlsbad Highway
-
4
Turn right onto NM Highway 529
31.2 mi · 46 min · NM Highway 529
-
5
At the end of the road, turn left onto Lovington Highway
29.1 mi · 43 min · Lovington Highway
-
6
Continue on East Main Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
-
7
Turn right onto North 1st Street
2 mi · 2 min · North 1st Street
-
8
Continue on Roswell Highway
7.2 mi · 8 min · Roswell Highway
-
9
Continue on Southeast Main Street
30 mi · 36 min · Southeast Main Street
-
10
Continue on South Main Street
113.3 mi · 2 hr 13 min · South Main Street
-
11
Continue on Shenrick Street
27.5 mi · 32 min · Shenrick Street
-
12
Turn left
1155 ft · 28 sec
-
13
Merge slight left
30.4 mi · 30 min
-
14
Take the exit slight right toward NM 344: Edgewood
1121 ft · 27 sec
-
15
Keep slight left to continue on NM 344 South: Historical Route 66
89 m · 10 sec
-
16
Turn slight left onto NM-344
874 ft · 19 sec · NM-344
-
17
Continue on NM-344
77 m · 13 sec · NM-344
-
18
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · NM-344
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hobbs and Edgewood.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Main Street
Continue on South Main Street
113 mi · 02h 13m
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 Sunny near Edgewood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hobbs to Edgewood?
The road trip is about 288.3 miles (464 km) and usually takes 05h 53m 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?
Roswell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 144.2 miles from Hobbs and 144.2 miles from Edgewood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 239.3 miles (385.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 49 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 5:12 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.51 one way or $77.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 90.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hobbs and Sunny near Edgewood.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hobbs and Edgewood. Straight-line distance: 239.3 mi (385.12 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 Edgewood
Town in Santa Fe County, New Mexico
| Population | 6,092 |
| Coordinates | 35.0614400, -106.1914100 |
| Altitude | 2026 |
| Country | United States |
End: Edgewood (-106.19141, 35.06144)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 464 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 35m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $38.51 | $77.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $43.31 | $86.63 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $47.04 | $94.07 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $55.07 | $110.14 |
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 16, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.