How far is Hobbs, NM from Midland, TX?
The driving distance from Hobbs, NM to Midland, TX is about 102 miles (164.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.7 miles (126.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 05m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hobbs and Midland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hobbs and Midland.
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Start on North Turner Street
658 ft · 18 sec · North Turner Street
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Turn left onto East Broadway Street
1.4 km · 2 min · East Broadway Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Marland Boulevard
1.4 km · 1 min · North Marland Boulevard
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Continue on East Seminole Highway
27.5 mi · 31 min · East Seminole Highway
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Continue on West Avenue A
1394 ft · 22 sec · West Avenue A
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Turn right onto South Main Street
17.5 mi · 21 min · South Main Street
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Continue on North US Highway 385
9.5 mi · 10 min · North US Highway 385
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Continue on North Main Street
22.9 mi · 25 min · North Main Street
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Turn left
1162 ft · 43 sec
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Turn straight
16.5 mi · 25 min
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Turn left onto Andrews Highway
717 ft · 14 sec · Andrews Highway
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Take the ramp slight left
1512 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto Sergeant Michael Naylor Memorial Highway
1.4 km · 1 min · Sergeant Michael Naylor Memorial Highway
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Continue on Andrews Highway
3.1 mi · 5 min · Andrews Highway
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Turn left onto West Texas Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Texas Avenue
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Turn right onto North Big Spring Street
117 m · 14 sec · North Big Spring Street
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Turn left onto West Wall Street
14 m · 1 sec · West Wall Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Wall Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hobbs and Midland.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Seminole Highway
Continue on East Seminole Highway
27.5 mi · 00h 31m
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 near Midland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hobbs to Midland?
The road trip is about 102 miles (164.2 km) and usually takes 02h 05m 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?
Andrews is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51 miles from Hobbs and 51 miles from Midland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.7 miles (126.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:18 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.40 one way or $28.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Hobbs and Midland, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hobbs and Mostly Sunny near Midland.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hobbs and Midland. Straight-line distance: 78.67 mi (126.61 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 Midland
The 21st most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 147,069 |
| Coordinates | 31.9973500, -102.0779100 |
| Altitude | 848 |
| Country | United States |
End: Midland (-102.07791, 31.99735)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 164 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $4.00 | $14.40 | $28.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $15.96 | $31.92 |
| Premium | $4.75 | $17.11 | $34.23 |
| Diesel | $5.94 | $21.39 | $42.78 |
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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