Origin
Alamo, NM
Afternoon in Alamo on Wednesday
Local time
3:36 PM
MDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alamo, NM to Hobbs, NM
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
6h 4m
Distance
337.1 mi
543 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 52m
★
6 AM
6h 4m
8 AM
6h 30m
10 AM
6h 13m
12 PM
6h 11m
3 PM
6h 15m
5 PM
6h 29m
8 PM
5h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hobbs, NM
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Trip Overview
The drive from Alamo, NM to Hobbs, NM covers 337.1 miles and takes about 6h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Route 54, Highway 169, 1st Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $50.91 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
168.5 miles from Alamo, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 4m drive with frequent turns across 337.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Route 54 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 4m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Alamo, NM to Hobbs, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Route 54 | — | — |
| Highway 169 | — | — |
| 1st Street | — | — |
| Grant Street | — | — |
| Spring Street | — | — |
| California Street | — | — |
| San Antonio | — | — |
| 2nd Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Route 54
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alamo, NM and Hobbs, NM.
1
Start on the route
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
the route
2
Continue straight
0.3 mi
·
1 min
3
Turn straight onto Indian Service Route 54
16 mi
·
26 min
·
Indian Service Route 54
4
Continue on State Highway 169
14 mi
·
19 min
·
State Highway 169
5
At the end of the road, turn left onto 1st Street
24 mi
·
35 min
·
1st Street
6
Continue on Grant Street
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Grant Street
7
Turn right onto Spring Street
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Spring Street
8
Turn right onto California Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
California Street
9
Keep slight right
8.1 mi
·
8 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward San Antonio
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
San Antonio
11
Continue straight
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
12
Continue on 2nd Street
107 mi
·
2 hr 18 min
·
2nd Street
13
At the end of the road, turn left
43 mi
·
52 min
14
Turn right onto Relief Route
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Relief Route
15
Turn right onto Southeast Main Street
26 mi
·
30 min
·
Southeast Main Street
16
Continue on Roswell Highway
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Roswell Highway
17
Continue on North 1st Street
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North 1st Street
18
Turn left onto East Main Street
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
19
Continue on Lovington Highway
29 mi
·
43 min
·
Lovington Highway
20
Turn right onto Bermuda Road
17 mi
·
25 min
·
Bermuda Road
21
Continue on NM Highway 529
14 mi
·
21 min
·
NM Highway 529
22
At the end of the road, turn left onto West Carlsbad Highway
12 mi
·
13 min
·
West Carlsbad Highway
23
Continue on West Marland Boulevard
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West Marland Boulevard
24
Turn left onto South Turner Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
South Turner Street
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 168.5 miles from Alamo, NM, or about 3h 2m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 74 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 168.5 miles or 3h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hobbs, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alamo, NM so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alamo, NM
This is one driving day of about 337.1 miles and 6h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 miles from Alamo, NM.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 168.5 mi from Alamo, NM · 3h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
169 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 74 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 168.5 miles from Alamo, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hobbs, NM
The final approach into Hobbs, NM usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Hobbs, NM.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.91 one way
$101.82 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
118 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $55.89 | $111.77 |
| premium | $4.56 | $60.51 | $121.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $74.43 | $148.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 117.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 101.1 | 1 | $35.40 | $16.18 |
| Efficient EV | 84.3 | 0 | $29.50 | $13.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 134.8 | 1 | $47.19 | $21.57 |
Gas CO2
118 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Hobbs, NM
Afternoon in Hobbs on Wednesday
Local time
3:36 PM
MDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
9 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 4m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Alamo, NM to Hobbs, NM covers 337.1 miles and takes about 6h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Route 54, Highway 169, 1st Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 168.5 miles from Alamo, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $50.91 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 4m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Alamo, NM to Hobbs, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Alamo, NM to Hobbs, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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