How far is Ruidoso Downs, NM from Hobbs, NM?
The driving distance from Ruidoso Downs, NM to Hobbs, NM is about 185 miles (297.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 149.4 miles (240.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 22m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Chaves County, New Mexico, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ruidoso Downs and Hobbs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ruidoso Downs and Hobbs.
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Start on the route
23 m · 9 sec
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Turn left
65.7 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Turn right onto Relief Route
8 mi · 11 min · Relief Route
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Turn right onto Southeast Main Street
26.4 mi · 30 min · Southeast Main Street
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Continue on Roswell Highway
7.1 mi · 8 min · Roswell Highway
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Continue on North 1st Street
2 mi · 2 min · North 1st Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Lovington Highway
29.1 mi · 43 min · Lovington Highway
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Turn right onto Bermuda Road
16.9 mi · 25 min · Bermuda Road
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Continue on NM Highway 529
14.3 mi · 21 min · NM Highway 529
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Carlsbad Highway
12 mi · 14 min · West Carlsbad Highway
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Continue on West Marland Boulevard
2.5 mi · 3 min · West Marland Boulevard
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Turn left onto South Turner Street
2186 ft · 44 sec · South Turner Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Turner Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ruidoso Downs and Hobbs.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn left
65.7 mi · 01h 22m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers leaving Ruidoso Downs and Sunny near Hobbs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ruidoso Downs to Hobbs?
The road trip is about 185 miles (297.8 km) and usually takes 03h 11m 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?
Lake Arthur is a useful midpoint, sitting about 93.2 miles from Ruidoso Downs and 91.8 miles from Hobbs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 149.4 miles (240.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:38 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.73 one way or $49.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers around Ruidoso Downs and Sunny near Hobbs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ruidoso Downs and Hobbs. Straight-line distance: 149.41 mi (240.45 km).
#1 Ruidoso Downs
City in Lincoln County, New Mexico, United States of America
| Population | 2,631 |
| Coordinates | 33.3289700, -105.6044300 |
| Altitude | 1956 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hobbs
City in Lea County, New Mexico, United States
| Population | 39,339 |
| Coordinates | 32.7026100, -103.1360400 |
| Altitude | 1104 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Turner Street (-103.136215, 32.70261)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 298 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 18m |
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 | $3.79 | $24.73 | $49.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $27.81 | $55.62 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $30.20 | $60.40 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $35.36 | $70.72 |
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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