Trip from Jemez Pueblo, NM to Hobbs, NM

Drive Time

7h 21m

Distance

356.2 mi

573 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$54

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min

4 AM

7h 11m ★

6 AM

7h 22m

8 AM

7h 43m

10 AM

7h 29m

12 PM

7h 27m

3 PM

7h 30m

5 PM

7h 42m

8 PM

7h 15m

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

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Hobbs, NM

Yaroslav Shuraev

Trip Overview

Spanning 356.2 miles across the Desert Southwest, this journey from Jemez Pueblo to Hobbs takes approximately 7 hours and 21 minutes of driving time. Because this trek is a significant commitment for a single day, you should prepare for a long stint behind the wheel, though it remains doable as a one-day trip if you start early. You will navigate a variety of corridors, including 8th Street, East 2nd Street, and the Coronado Freeway. Budgeting around $54 for fuel will cover your basic transit costs for the trip. Since both your start and end points sit within the same desert region, you can expect consistent arid landscapes throughout the transition. This route is best suited for drivers who prefer a direct, mixed-road experience without the need for an overnight stay.

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

2 planned breaks

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

Midpoint

178.1 miles from Jemez Pueblo, NM

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 28m into the drive .

Drive Character

This 356.2-mile trek offers a mixed driving profile that keeps you engaged by alternating between local streets and faster transit corridors. With a highway share of 35%, you will find yourself moving between slower, traffic-controlled sections and more open stretches. Be prepared for a significant push on 8th Street, which features the longest uninterrupted segment of the trip at 91.9 miles. As you progress from the pueblo area toward Hobbs, the road surface and speed requirements shift, demanding your full attention. Expect a blend of navigation challenges on surface streets and the steady rhythm of the Coronado Freeway as you make your way across New Mexico.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

8th Street is the longest continuous segment at about 91.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Half Moon Street.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 356.2 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: near the start (Half Moon Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 29.2 miles (I 25): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

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

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Half Moon Street

Keep slight left at fork onto Half Moon Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

29.2 mi into trip | ~40m in | I 25

Merge onto I 25

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

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

40.7 mi into trip | ~52m 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

44.7 mi into trip | ~1h 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.

100.4 mi into trip | ~1h 59m 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 Jemez Pueblo, NM to Hobbs, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Santa Fe along the way.

Santa Fe

100.4 mi in | ~1h 59m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
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
US 550	23.4 mi	28m
South Main Street	19 mi	21m
North Lovington Highway	17 mi	20m
Oak Street	14.5 mi	17m

Longest stretch: 8th Street — 91.9 mi, about 1h 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Eagle Wings

26 ft · 1 sec · Eagle Wings

Keep slight left at fork onto Half Moon Street

169 ft · 12 sec · Half Moon Street

Turn left onto Church Street

143 ft · 6 sec · Church Street

Continue on Church Street

490 ft · 22 sec · Church Street

Turn right onto Village Plaza Way

187 ft · 8 sec · Village Plaza Way

Continue on Village Plaza Way

0.1 mi · 27 sec · Village Plaza Way

Turn right onto NM 4

5.2 mi · 9 min · NM 4

Turn left onto US 550

22 mi · 26 min · US 550

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 manage the 7 hours and 21 minutes of drive time effectively, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid fatigue during the final leg. You have two planned stops integrated into the route, which serve as essential opportunities to stretch your legs and refresh before the next stretch. Since the longest continuous segment spans 91.9 miles, ensure you refuel before committing to that section of 8th Street to avoid any range anxiety. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge throughout the journey, as the $54 estimate is a baseline that can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency. Staying mindful of these two scheduled breaks will help you maintain a steady pace and arrive in Hobbs safely.

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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 178.1 miles from Jemez Pueblo, NM, or about 3h 28m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.9 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 80 miles or 1h 37m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 178.1 miles or 3h 28m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 4m

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 Jemez Pueblo, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Jemez Pueblo, NM

This is one driving day of about 356.2 miles and 7h 21m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jemez Pueblo, NM.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

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

The longest stretch is on 8th Street for about 91.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 178.1 mi from Jemez Pueblo, NM · 3h 28m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Albuquerque, NM

178 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.

Popular next leg

Albuquerque, NM to Hobbs, NM

316.6 mi · 6h 29m

Pacing Suggestions

Edgewood, NM

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Clovis, NM

Meal break

The midpoint is around 178.1 miles from Jemez Pueblo, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before 8th Street if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 91.9 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.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$54.45 one way

$108.91 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 125 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$59.73	$119.45
premium	$4.61	$64.65	$129.30
diesel	$5.64	$79.14	$158.27

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$54

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$79–$104

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 124.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	106.9	1	$37.40	$17.10
Efficient EV	89.1	1	$31.17	$14.25
EV Truck/SUV	142.5	1	$49.87	$22.80

Gas CO2

125 kg

EV CO2

42 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Jemez Pueblo, NM

Evening in Jemez Pueblo on Sunday

Local time

5:12 PM

MDT

Current temp

38°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hobbs, NM

Evening in Hobbs on Sunday

Local time

5:12 PM

MDT

Current temp

49°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

11 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

7h 21m 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 Jemez Pueblo, NM to Hobbs, NM covers 356.2 miles and takes about 7h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

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

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 178.1 miles from Jemez Pueblo, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $54.45 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 Jemez Pueblo, NM to Hobbs, NM, road signs begin pointing toward Santa Fe along the way.

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