Trip from Bloomfield, NM to Hobbs, NM

Drive Time

9h 33m

Distance

479 mi

771 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$73

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min

4 AM

9h 25m ★

6 AM

9h 33m

8 AM

9h 51m

10 AM

9h 39m

12 PM

9h 38m

3 PM

9h 40m

5 PM

9h 50m

8 PM

9h 28m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Best Time Drive vs Fly

Google Maps Waze Apple Maps

Download GPX

Hobbs, NM

Yaroslav Shuraev

Trip Overview

Traveling from Bloomfield to Hobbs spans 479 miles across the Desert Southwest, a journey that typically takes 9 hours and 33 minutes of pure driving time. Because of the duration, splitting this trip into two days is highly recommended to keep you fresh behind the wheel. You will spend roughly $73 on fuel, so budget accordingly before heading out. Navigating through local roads like South Bloomfield Boulevard, 8th Street, and East 2nd Street requires more attention than a simple interstate cruise. Since this route is quite long for a single day, planning an overnight stop will make the transition between these two New Mexico hubs much more manageable.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

239.5 miles from Bloomfield, NM

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 30m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full focus rather than a monotonous interstate grind. With only 20% of the journey on highways, you will spend most of your time navigating local thoroughfares and secondary roads. Your stamina will be tested by the longest uninterrupted stretch of 150.5 miles along South Bloomfield Boulevard. The road's personality is defined by its technical nature, which offers a starkly different experience than high-speed travel. Be prepared for a varied driving environment as you move through the desert landscape, requiring constant engagement with the road.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

South Bloomfield Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 150.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 550 / South Bloomfield Boulevard.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 479 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 550 / South Bloomfield Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 152 miles (I 25): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 163.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 550 / South Bloomfield Boulevard

Turn left onto US 550 / South Bloomfield Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

152 mi into trip | ~2h 51m in | I 25

Merge onto I 25

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

163.5 mi into trip | ~3h 3m in

Take the exit toward San Mateo Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 230 Toward San Mateo Boulevard

167.5 mi into trip | ~3h 12m in | I 40 / Coronado Freeway

Merge onto I 40 / Coronado Freeway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

223.2 mi into trip | ~4h 11m in

Take the exit toward US 285: Vaughn, Santa Fe

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 285: Vaughn, Santa Fe

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Bloomfield, NM to Hobbs, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Santa Fe along the way.

Santa Fe

223.2 mi in | ~4h 11m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
South Bloomfield Boulevard	150.5 mi	2h 48m
8th Street	91.9 mi	1h 41m
East 2nd Street	71.3 mi	1h 44m
Coronado Freeway	55.7 mi	58m
US Highway 285	27.4 mi	31m
South Main Street	19 mi	21m
North Lovington Highway	17 mi	20m
Oak Street	14.5 mi	17m

Longest stretch: South Bloomfield Boulevard — 150.5 mi, about 2h 48m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bloomfield, NM and Hobbs, NM.

Start on US 550

318 ft · 12 sec · US 550

Continue on US 64; US 550

415 ft · 22 sec · West Broadway Boulevard

Turn left onto US 550

151 mi · 2 hr 48 min · South Bloomfield Boulevard

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 550

0.1 mi · 12 sec · US 550

Use the left / none lanes.

Continue on US 550

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 550

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 46 sec

Toward I 25 South

Merge onto I 25

11 mi · 12 min · I 25

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 42 sec

Exit 230 Toward San Mateo Boulevard Use the right lane.

Turn straight onto Osuna Road Northeast

460 ft · 10 sec · Osuna Road Northeast

Continue on San Mateo Boulevard Northeast

3.4 mi · 7 min · San Mateo Boulevard Northeast

Use the left / none lanes.

Turn left

0.2 mi · 33 sec

Merge onto I 40

56 mi · 58 min · Coronado Freeway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec

Toward US 285: Vaughn, Santa Fe

Keep slight left at fork

470 ft · 15 sec

Turn right onto US 285

27 mi · 31 min · US Highway 285

Continue on US 60; US 285

14 mi · 17 min · Oak Street

Continue on US 54; US 60; US 285

92 mi · 1 hr 41 min · 8th Street

Continue on US 285

3.9 mi · 6 min · North Main Street

Turn left onto East Country Club Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · East Country Club Road

Turn right onto CR 93

2.0 mi · 4 min · North Atkinson Avenue

Turn left onto US 380

71 mi · 1 hr 44 min · East 2nd Street

Turn right onto NM 206

19 mi · 21 min · South Main Street

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Continue on US 82

0.8 mi · 52 sec · Plains Highway

Continue on US 82

1.2 mi · 1 min · Tatum Highway

Continue on US 82

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Main Street

Continue on US 82

2.6 mi · 4 min · South Main Avenue

Continue on NM 18

17 mi · 20 min · North Lovington Highway

Continue on North Turner Street

1.8 mi · 3 min · North Turner Street

Arrive at destination

North Turner Street

Trip Plan

To tackle this 479-mile trek effectively, aim for an early morning departure to maximize your daylight hours on the road. Pacing is critical here; make at least two scheduled stops to break up the long stints behind the wheel. Since you are navigating a route that is only 20% highway, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the 150.5-mile stretch on South Bloomfield Boulevard where services may be less frequent. Given the technical nature of these local roads, factor in extra time for traffic or unexpected road conditions. Breaking the trip into two days will allow you to navigate the turns safely and arrive in Hobbs without feeling completely drained.

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.

This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.

Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 239.5 miles from Bloomfield, NM, or about 4h 30m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 150.5 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 105 miles or 1h 58m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 239.5 miles or 4h 30m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 239.5 miles or 4h 30m

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 8h 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hobbs, NM than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Bloomfield, NM so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Bloomfield, NM

Aim for roughly 240 miles and 4.8 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Hobbs, NM

Aim for roughly 240 miles and 4.8 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 105 miles from Bloomfield, NM.

This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.

Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on South Bloomfield Boulevard for about 150.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 239.5 mi from Bloomfield, NM · 4h 30m into the drive

Mid-route town

Overnight candidate

Edgewood, NM

240 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Edgewood, NM

Overnight Options

Night 1

Edgewood, NM

240 mi · about 4.8h in

A practical overnight split lands near Edgewood, NM after about 240 miles or 4.8 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Jemez Pueblo, NM

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 105 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Edgewood, NM

Meal break

The midpoint is around 239.5 miles from Bloomfield, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before South Bloomfield Boulevard if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 150.5 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 240 miles or 4.8 hours on the road.

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.

On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Hobbs, NM with some flexibility left in the schedule.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$73.23 one way

$146.45 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 168 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$80.32	$160.63
premium	$4.61	$86.94	$173.87
diesel	$5.64	$106.42	$212.83

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$73

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$203–$313

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 167.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $50 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	143.7	1	$50.29	$22.99
Efficient EV	119.8	1	$41.91	$19.16
EV Truck/SUV	191.6	2	$67.06	$30.66

Gas CO2

168 kg

EV CO2

56 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Bloomfield, NM

Afternoon in Bloomfield on Sunday

Local time

4:37 PM

MDT

Current temp

36°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hobbs, NM

Afternoon in Hobbs on Sunday

Local time

4:37 PM

MDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

39°F

Edgewood, NM

240 mi in

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.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

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

13 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

9h 33m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Bloomfield, NM to Hobbs, NM covers 479 miles and takes about 9h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are South Bloomfield Boulevard, 8th Street, East 2nd Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 240 miles on day one.

The midpoint is about 239.5 miles from Bloomfield, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $73.23 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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

On the drive from Bloomfield, NM to Hobbs, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Santa Fe along the way.

Was this route helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!

/500

Explore More

Explore more options from Bloomfield, NM or browse trips ending in Hobbs, NM.

Looking for more statewide routes? Browse NM road trips.

Explore maps for Bloomfield, NM or Hobbs, NM on MapSof.net.

Trip from Bloomfield, NM to Hobbs, NM

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Overnight Options

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Hobbs, NM

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Bloomfield, NM

Hobbs, NM

Same local time

13 degrees warmer at arrival

9h 33m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

Was this route helpful?

Explore More

Continue From Hobbs, NM

More from Bloomfield, NM

More trips to Hobbs, NM