How far is Hobbs, NM from Eunice, NM?
The driving distance from Hobbs, NM to Eunice, NM is about 19.7 miles (31.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.4 miles (29.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Lea County, New Mexico, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hobbs and Eunice.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hobbs and Eunice.
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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
11.1 mi · 16 min · South Eunice Highway
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Turn right onto North NM 248 Highway
5.7 mi · 9 min · North NM 248 Highway
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Continue on Main Street
1.5 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto West Avenue J
37 m · 5 sec · West Avenue J
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Avenue J
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hobbs and Eunice.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
South Eunice Highway
Continue on South Eunice Highway
11.1 mi · 00h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Hobbs and Sunny near Eunice.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hobbs to Eunice?
The road trip is about 19.7 miles (31.7 km) and usually takes 00h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lovington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.9 miles from Hobbs and 9.8 miles from Eunice.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.4 miles (29.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:30 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.61 one way or $5.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hobbs and Sunny near Eunice.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hobbs and Eunice. Straight-line distance: 18.38 mi (29.58 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 Eunice
City in Lea County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 3,049 |
| Coordinates | 32.4373400, -103.1590800 |
| Altitude | 1051 |
| Country | United States |
End: Eunice (-103.15908, 32.43734)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 32 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $2.61 | $5.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $2.94 | $5.88 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $3.19 | $6.38 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $3.74 | $7.47 |
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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