How far is Hobbs, NM from Lovington, NM?
The driving distance from Hobbs, NM to Lovington, NM is about 21.1 miles (34 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 20.8 miles (33.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 53m 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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City in Lea County, New Mexico, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hobbs and Lovington.
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Start on North Turner Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · North Turner Street
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Continue on North Lovington Highway
17 mi · 20 min · North Lovington Highway
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Continue on South Main Avenue
2.3 mi · 4 min · South Main Avenue
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Turn right onto East Avenue D
7 m · 1 sec · East Avenue D
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Avenue D
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hobbs and Lovington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Lovington Highway
Continue on North Lovington Highway
17 mi · 00h 20m
Route Summary
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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 Lovington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hobbs to Lovington?
The road trip is about 21.1 miles (34 km) and usually takes 00h 26m 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?
Eunice is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.6 miles from Hobbs and 10.6 miles from Lovington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.8 miles (33.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.3 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 7:36 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.80 one way or $5.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hobbs and Sunny near Lovington.
Stop Ideas Near Eunice
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Lovington City Hall
City of Hobbs
Hobbs City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Eunice.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hobbs and Lovington. Straight-line distance: 20.75 mi (33.39 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 Lovington
City in Lea County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 11,474 |
| Coordinates | 32.9440100, -103.3485500 |
| Altitude | 1192 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Avenue D (-103.34855, 32.943976)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 34 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $2.80 | $5.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $3.15 | $6.30 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $3.42 | $6.85 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $4.01 | $8.01 |
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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