How far is Hobbs, NM from Texico, NM?

The driving distance from Hobbs, NM to Texico, NM is about 135.2 miles (217.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 42m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 116.6 miles (187.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
135.19 mi
02h 42m
Flight
116.6 mi
187.65 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
116.6 mi
Kilometers
187.65 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Road route
135.19 mi
Kilometers
217.57 km
Drive Time
02h 42m

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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 42m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Texico
Wed, May 13, 3:02 AM MDT
Return by in Hobbs
Wed, May 13, 5:44 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Hobbs
2026-05-13T00:19
Arrive Texico
Wed, May 13, 3:02 AM MDT
Route Timing
02h 42m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:43 AM to 12:43 PM MDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:04 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Hobbs
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Causey
NM

Village

From Hobbs
67.7 mi
01h 21m
To Texico
67.5 mi
01h 21m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
96°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, May 13 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S
Destination
97°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, May 13 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
5 to 20 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Hobbs and Texico.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hobbs and Texico.

  1. 1

    Start on North Turner Street

    3117 ft · 1 min · North Turner Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East Sanger Street

    2656 ft · 1 min · East Sanger Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto North Dal Paso Street

    6 mi · 9 min · North Dal Paso Street

  4. 4

    Continue on North Denver City Highway

    15 mi · 22 min · North Denver City Highway

  5. 5

    Turn left

    20.2 mi · 29 min

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn right

    12 m · 6 sec

  7. 7

    Turn left

    21.6 mi · 23 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    3.9 mi · 4 min

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Adams Street

    9.6 mi · 11 min · Adams Street

  10. 10

    Turn right

    6.8 mi · 7 min

  11. 11

    Turn left

    8 mi · 9 min

  12. 12

    Turn straight

    1291 ft · 18 sec

  13. 13

    Turn right

    30.9 mi · 33 min

  14. 14

    Keep slight right

    1.4 mi · 1 min

  15. 15

    Turn left

    10.5 mi · 12 min

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Wheeler Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Hobbs and Texico.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
16 steps
12 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
11.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Denver City Highway
18.9 mi · 14%
Adams Street
10.9 mi · 8%
North Dal Paso Street
6.01 mi · 4%
North Turner Street
0.59 mi
East Sanger Street
0.5 mi
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn right

30.9 mi · 00h 33m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 42m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+18.6 mi
116.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Causey
01h 21m from Hobbs
Leave By
1:04 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Hobbs and Sunny near Texico.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Hobbs to Texico?

The road trip is about 135.2 miles (217.6 km) and usually takes 02h 42m 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?

Causey is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.7 miles from Hobbs and 67.5 miles from Texico.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 116.6 miles (187.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.6 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 1:04 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.06 one way or $36.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hobbs and Sunny near Texico.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Hobbs and Texico. Straight-line distance: 116.6 mi (187.65 km).

Hobbs

#1 Hobbs

City in Lea County, New Mexico, United States

Population39,339
Coordinates32.7026100, -103.1360400
Altitude1104
CountryUnited States
Texico

#2 Texico

City in Curry County, New Mexico, United States of America

Population1,062
Coordinates34.3886900, -103.0513400
Altitude1264
CountryUnited States
Start: Hobbs (-103.13604, 32.70261)
End: Texico (-103.05134, 34.38869)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 218 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 30m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 22m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 42m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 15m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 55m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 41m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.77 gal
18.06 L · about $18.06
Round trip
$36.13
9.54 gal · 36.12 L
Estimated CO2
42.4 kg one way
Round trip: 84.8 kg / 187 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $18.06 $36.13
Mid-grade $4.26 $20.32 $40.63
Premium $4.63 $22.06 $44.12
Diesel $5.42 $25.83 $51.66

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 · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Hobbs and Texico. The current time is 00:19:36.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.