How far is Tularosa, NM from Hobbs, NM?
The driving distance from Tularosa, NM to Hobbs, NM is about 193.7 miles (311.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 169.2 miles (272.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 20m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 40m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in New Mexico, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tularosa and Hobbs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tularosa and Hobbs.
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Start on Saint Francis Drive
9.5 mi · 12 min · Saint Francis Drive
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Turn straight onto US 82
16.8 mi · 27 min · US 82
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Continue on US Highway 82
17.9 mi · 27 min · US Highway 82
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Continue on US Highway 82
44.9 mi · 56 min · US Highway 82
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Continue on Hope Highway
6.2 mi · 9 min · Hope Highway
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Continue on Main Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on Hope Highway
15.4 mi · 23 min · Hope Highway
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Continue on West Main Street
4.9 mi · 7 min · West Main Street
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Continue on 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 Tularosa and Hobbs.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 82
Continue on US Highway 82
44.9 mi · 00h 56m
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.
Sunny leaving Tularosa and Sunny near Hobbs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tularosa to Hobbs?
The road trip is about 193.7 miles (311.8 km) and usually takes 03h 40m 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?
Hope is a useful midpoint, sitting about 96.8 miles from Tularosa and 97 miles from Hobbs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 169.2 miles (272.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.5 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 9:40 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.90 one way or $51.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tularosa and Sunny near Hobbs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tularosa and Hobbs. Straight-line distance: 169.2 mi (272.3 km).
#1 Tularosa
Town in New Mexico
| Population | 3,040 |
| Coordinates | 33.0739700, -106.0186000 |
| Altitude | 1374 |
| 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: 312 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 25m |
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 | $25.90 | $51.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $29.13 | $58.26 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $31.63 | $63.27 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $37.04 | $74.08 |
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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