Origin
Jarales, NM
Afternoon in Jarales on Thursday
Local time
1:12 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jarales, NM to Hobbs, NM
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
6h 51m
Distance
322.8 mi
519 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 40m
★
6 AM
6h 52m
8 AM
7h 15m
10 AM
7h 0m
12 PM
6h 58m
3 PM
7h 1m
5 PM
7h 14m
8 PM
6h 45m
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 Jarales, NM to Hobbs, NM covers 322.8 miles and takes about 6h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 2nd Street, I 25, US 70 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 107.3 miles on 2nd Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $48.75 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
161.4 miles from Jarales, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 20m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 51m. Total distance: 322.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 51m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (33%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Jarales, NM to Hobbs, NM covers 322.8 miles and takes about 6h 51m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
2nd Street is the longest continuous segment at about 107.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Mill Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 51m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 9 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Mill Road): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (NM 116 / Highway 116): Navigation decision point; at 50.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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Mill Road
At end of road, turn right onto Mill Road
Navigation decision point
3
1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
NM 116 / Highway 116
Turn left onto NM 116 / Highway 116
Navigation decision point
4
50.2 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the exit toward San Antonio
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward San Antonio
4
158.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m in
|
US 70; US 380
At end of road, turn left onto US 70; US 380
Navigation decision point
4
322.4 mi into trip
|
~6h 51m in
|
South Turner Street
Turn left onto South Turner Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Jarales, NM to Hobbs, NM, road signs begin pointing toward San Antonio along the way.
San Antonio
50.2 mi in
|
~57m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd Street | 107.3 mi | 2h 18m |
| I 25 | 46.3 mi | 46m |
| US 70 | 43.5 mi | 52m |
| Lovington Highway | 29.1 mi | 43m |
| Southeast Main Street | 26.4 mi | 30m |
| Bermuda Road | 16.9 mi | 25m |
| NM Highway 529 | 14.3 mi | 21m |
| West Carlsbad Highway | 12 mi | 13m |
Longest stretch:
2nd Street
— 107.3 mi, about 2h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jarales, NM and Hobbs, NM.
1
Start on Cordova Loop
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Cordova Loop
2
At end of road, turn right onto Mill Road
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Mill Road
3
Turn left onto NM 116
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Highway 116
4
Turn right
0.3 mi
·
2 min
5
Turn left onto I 25
46 mi
·
46 min
·
I 25
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
Toward San Antonio
7
Continue on I-25
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
I-25
8
Continue on US 380
107 mi
·
2 hr 18 min
·
2nd Street
9
At end of road, turn left onto US 70; US 380
43 mi
·
52 min
·
US 70; US 380
10
Turn right onto US 285 Truck
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Relief Route
11
Turn right onto US 285
26 mi
·
30 min
·
Southeast Main Street
12
Continue on US 285
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Roswell Highway
13
Continue on US 285
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North 1st Street
14
Turn left onto US 82
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
15
Continue on US 82
29 mi
·
43 min
·
Lovington Highway
16
Turn right onto NM 529
17 mi
·
25 min
·
Bermuda Road
17
Continue on NM 529
14 mi
·
21 min
·
NM Highway 529
18
At end of road, turn left onto US 62; US 180
12 mi
·
13 min
·
West Carlsbad Highway
19
Continue on US 62; US 180
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West Marland Boulevard
20
Turn left onto South Turner Street
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
South Turner Street
21
Arrive at destination
North Turner Street
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 161.4 miles from Jarales, NM, or about 3h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 107.3 miles.
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 71 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 161.4 miles or 3h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 30m
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 Jarales, 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 Jarales, NM
This is one driving day of about 322.8 miles and 6h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Jarales, 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.
The longest stretch is on 2nd Street for about 107.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 161.4 mi from Jarales, NM · 3h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
161 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 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 161.4 miles from Jarales, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before 2nd Street if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 107.3 miles.
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.
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
$48.75 one way
$97.50 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
113 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $53.52 | $107.03 |
| premium | $4.56 | $57.94 | $115.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $71.27 | $142.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 96.8 | 1 | $33.89 | $15.49 |
| Efficient EV | 80.7 | 0 | $28.24 | $12.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 129.1 | 1 | $45.19 | $20.66 |
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 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
Afternoon in Hobbs on Thursday
Local time
1:12 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
39 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 51m 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 Jarales, NM to Hobbs, NM covers 322.8 miles and takes about 6h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 2nd Street, I 25, US 70. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 161.4 miles from Jarales, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.75 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 51m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 9 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Mill Road): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (NM 116 / Highway 116): Navigation decision point; at 50.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Jarales, NM to Hobbs, NM, road signs begin pointing toward San Antonio along the way.
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