Origin
Edgewood, NM
Morning in Edgewood on Thursday
Local time
10:12 AM
MDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edgewood, NM to Hobbs, NM
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 30m
Distance
286.7 mi
461 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 17m
★
6 AM
4h 31m
8 AM
4h 58m
10 AM
4h 40m
12 PM
4h 37m
3 PM
4h 41m
5 PM
4h 56m
8 PM
4h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edgewood, NM
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Hobbs, NM
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Trip Overview
The drive from Edgewood, NM to Hobbs, NM covers 286.7 miles and takes about 4h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on NM-344, US 285, Highway 285 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $43.30 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
143.3 miles from Edgewood, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 15m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 30m. Total distance: 286.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 30m drive with frequent turns across 286.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NM-344 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.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 30m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Edgewood, NM to Hobbs, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NM-344 | — | — |
| US 285 | — | — |
| Highway 285 | — | — |
| Oak Street | — | — |
| 8th Street | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
| East Country Club Road | — | — |
| North Atkinson Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
NM-344
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edgewood, NM and Hobbs, NM.
1
Start on NM-344
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
NM-344
2
Take the ramp right
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
3
Merge slight left
30 mi
·
30 min
4
Take the exit slight right toward US 285: Vaughn, Santa Fe
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
US 285: Vaughn, Santa Fe
5
Keep slight left
469 ft
·
15 sec
6
Turn right onto US Highway 285
27 mi
·
31 min
·
US Highway 285
7
Continue on Oak Street
14 mi
·
17 min
·
Oak Street
8
Continue on 8th Street
92 mi
·
1 hr 41 min
·
8th Street
9
Continue on North Main Street
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
North Main Street
10
Turn left onto East Country Club Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Country Club Road
11
Turn right onto North Atkinson Avenue
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
North Atkinson Avenue
12
Turn left onto East 2nd Street
71 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
East 2nd Street
13
Turn right onto South Main Street
19 mi
·
21 min
·
South Main Street
14
Keep slight right
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
15
Continue on Plains Highway
0.8 mi
·
52 sec
·
Plains Highway
16
Continue on Tatum Highway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Tatum Highway
17
Continue on North Main Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
18
Continue on South Main Avenue
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
South Main Avenue
19
Continue on North Lovington Highway
17 mi
·
20 min
·
North Lovington Highway
20
Continue on North Turner Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
North Turner Street
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 143.3 miles from Edgewood, NM, or about 2h 15m 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 63 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 143.3 miles or 2h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 42m
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 Edgewood, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Edgewood, NM
This is one driving day of about 286.7 miles and 4h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 miles from Edgewood, 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 143.3 mi from Edgewood, NM · 2h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
143 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 63 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 143.3 miles from Edgewood, 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
$43.30 one way
$86.60 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
100 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $47.53 | $95.06 |
| premium | $4.56 | $51.46 | $102.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $63.30 | $126.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 100.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 86 | 1 | $30.10 | $13.76 |
| Efficient EV | 71.7 | 0 | $25.09 | $11.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 114.7 | 1 | $40.14 | $18.35 |
Gas CO2
100 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (66% 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
Morning in Hobbs on Thursday
Local time
10:12 AM
MDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
85°F
Roswell, NM
143 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.
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
38 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
4h 30m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Edgewood, NM to Hobbs, NM covers 286.7 miles and takes about 4h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NM-344, US 285, Highway 285. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 143.3 miles from Edgewood, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $43.30 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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.
This is a straightforward 4h 30m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Edgewood, NM to Hobbs, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Edgewood, NM to Hobbs, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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