Trip from Roswell, NM to Hobbs, NM

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

2h 39m

Distance

117.6 mi

189 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min

4 AM

2h 29m ★

6 AM

2h 40m

8 AM

3h 1m

10 AM

2h 47m

12 PM

2h 45m

3 PM

2h 48m

5 PM

3h 0m

8 PM

2h 33m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Roswell, NM to Hobbs, NM covers 117.6 miles and takes about 2h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Southeast Main Street, Lovington Highway, Bermuda Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 29.9 miles on Southeast Main Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.76 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

58.8 miles from Roswell, NM

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 16m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 39m. Total distance: 117.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (12%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Drive Character

Expect a 2h 39m drive with frequent turns across 117.6 miles of local and secondary roads.

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

There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Southeast Main Street is the longest continuous segment at about 29.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 285 / North Main Street.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Roswell, NM to Hobbs, NM is easy. At 2h 39m with 12% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 285 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 71.5 miles (NM 529 / Bermuda Road): Navigation decision point; at 102.7 miles (US 62; US 180 / West Carlsbad Highway): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

4 of 4 key points

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

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0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 285 / North Main Street

Turn right onto US 285 / North Main Street

Navigation decision point

3

71.5 mi into trip | ~1h 35m in | NM 529 / Bermuda Road

Turn right onto NM 529 / Bermuda Road

Navigation decision point

3

102.7 mi into trip | ~2h 22m in | US 62; US 180 / West Carlsbad Highway

At end of road, turn left onto US 62; US 180 / West Carlsbad Highway

Navigation decision point

4

117.2 mi into trip | ~2h 38m in | South Turner Street

Turn left onto South Turner Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Southeast Main Street	29.9 mi	35m
Lovington Highway	29.1 mi	43m
Bermuda Road	16.9 mi	25m
NM Highway 529	14.3 mi	21m
West Carlsbad Highway	12 mi	13m
Roswell Highway	7.1 mi	8m
West Marland Boulevard	2.5 mi	3m
East Main Street	2.1 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Southeast Main Street — 29.9 mi, about 35m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on US 70; US 380

0.1 mi · 24 sec · West 2nd Street

2

Turn right onto US 285

1.0 mi · 2 min · North Main Street

3

Turn slight left onto US 285

30 mi · 35 min · Southeast Main Street

4

Continue on US 285

7.1 mi · 8 min · Roswell Highway

5

Continue on US 285

2.0 mi · 2 min · North 1st Street

6

Turn left onto US 82

2.1 mi · 3 min · East Main Street

7

Continue on US 82

29 mi · 43 min · Lovington Highway

8

Turn right onto NM 529

17 mi · 25 min · Bermuda Road

9

Continue on NM 529

14 mi · 21 min · NM Highway 529

10

At end of road, turn left onto US 62; US 180

12 mi · 13 min · West Carlsbad Highway

11

Continue on US 62; US 180

2.5 mi · 3 min · West Marland Boulevard

12

Turn left onto South Turner Street

0.4 mi · 43 sec · South Turner Street

13

Arrive at destination

North Turner Street

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 58.8 miles from Roswell, NM, or about 1h 16m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.9 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 26 miles or 32m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 58.8 miles or 1h 16m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 12m

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 Roswell, 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 Roswell, NM

This is one driving day of about 117.6 miles and 2h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Roswell, 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 Southeast Main Street for about 29.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 58.8 mi from Roswell, NM · 1h 16m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Atoka, NM

59 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

Dexter, NM

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Atoka, NM

Meal break

The midpoint is around 58.8 miles from Roswell, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Roswell UFO Spacewalk

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route

Roswell, New Mexico

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+15759102113

Visit website

International UFO Museum and Research Center and Gift Shop

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Roswell, New Mexico

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+15756259495

Visit website

BrickTown: Alien Attack

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Roswell, New Mexico

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+15754954123

Visit website

Spaceport Roswell

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Roswell, New Mexico

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+15754954123

Visit website

The Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Roswell, New Mexico

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15756235600

Visit website

Spring River Zoo

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Roswell, New Mexico

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15756246760

Visit website

Roswell Welcome Sign

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 8.4

Roswell, New Mexico

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15756233442

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$17.76 one way

$35.52 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 41 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$19.50	$38.99
premium	$4.56	$21.11	$42.22
diesel	$5.61	$25.96	$51.93

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 41.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	35.3	$12.35	$5.64
Efficient EV	29.4	$10.29	$4.70
EV Truck/SUV	47	$16.46	$7.53

Gas CO2

41 kg

EV CO2

14 kg (66% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Roswell, NM

Late night in Roswell on Friday

Local time

12:04 AM

MDT

Current temp

85°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hobbs, NM

Late night in Hobbs on Friday

Local time

12:04 AM

MDT

Current temp

82°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

85°F

Atoka, NM

59 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

3 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 39m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Roswell, NM to Hobbs, NM covers 117.6 miles and takes about 2h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Southeast Main Street, Lovington Highway, Bermuda Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 58.8 miles from Roswell, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.76 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

The drive from Roswell, NM to Hobbs, NM is easy. At 2h 39m with 12% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 285 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 71.5 miles (NM 529 / Bermuda Road): Navigation decision point; at 102.7 miles (US 62; US 180 / West Carlsbad Highway): Navigation decision point.

The route from Roswell, NM to Hobbs, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Roswell, NM to Hobbs, NM

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Hobbs, NM

Nearby Places

Roswell UFO Spacewalk

International UFO Museum and Research Center and Gift Shop

BrickTown: Alien Attack

Spaceport Roswell

The Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art

Spring River Zoo

Roswell Welcome Sign

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

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3 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 39m on the road

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