Origin
Tularosa, NM
Evening in Tularosa on Wednesday
Local time
5:38 PM
MDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tularosa, NM to Hobbs, NM
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
3h 40m
Distance
193.8 mi
312 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 28m
★
6 AM
3h 40m
8 AM
4h 6m
10 AM
3h 49m
12 PM
3h 47m
3 PM
3h 51m
5 PM
4h 4m
8 PM
3h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tularosa, NM
Bjorn Pierre
Hobbs, NM
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Trip Overview
The drive from Tularosa, NM to Hobbs, NM covers 193.8 miles and takes about 3h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 82, Highway 82, Hope Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.27 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
96.9 miles from Tularosa, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 40m drive with frequent turns across 193.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 82 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Tularosa, NM to Hobbs, NM is easy. At 3h 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Tularosa, NM to Hobbs, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 82 | — | — |
| Highway 82 | — | — |
| Hope Highway | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| West Main Street | — | — |
| East Main Street | — | — |
| Lovington Highway | — | — |
| Bermuda Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 82
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tularosa, NM and Hobbs, NM.
1
Start on Saint Francis Drive
9.5 mi
·
12 min
·
Saint Francis Drive
2
Turn straight onto US 82
17 mi
·
26 min
·
US 82
3
Continue on US Highway 82
18 mi
·
26 min
·
US Highway 82
4
Continue on US Highway 82
45 mi
·
56 min
·
US Highway 82
5
Continue on Hope Highway
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Hope Highway
6
Continue on Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
7
Continue on Hope Highway
15 mi
·
22 min
·
Hope Highway
8
Continue on West Main Street
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
West Main Street
9
Continue on East Main Street
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
10
Continue on Lovington Highway
29 mi
·
43 min
·
Lovington Highway
11
Turn right onto Bermuda Road
17 mi
·
25 min
·
Bermuda Road
12
Continue on NM Highway 529
14 mi
·
21 min
·
NM Highway 529
13
At the end of the road, turn left onto West Carlsbad Highway
12 mi
·
13 min
·
West Carlsbad Highway
14
Continue on West Marland Boulevard
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West Marland Boulevard
15
Turn left onto South Turner Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
South Turner Street
16
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 96.9 miles from Tularosa, NM, or about 1h 50m 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 43 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 96.9 miles or 1h 50m 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
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 Tularosa, 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 Tularosa, NM
This is one driving day of about 193.8 miles and 3h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Tularosa, 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 96.9 mi from Tularosa, NM · 1h 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
97 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 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 96.9 miles from Tularosa, 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
$29.27 one way
$58.54 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
68 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $32.13 | $64.26 |
| premium | $4.56 | $34.78 | $69.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $42.79 | $85.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 58.1 | 0 | $20.35 | $9.30 |
| Efficient EV | 48.5 | 0 | $16.96 | $7.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 77.5 | 0 | $27.13 | $12.40 |
Gas CO2
68 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Destination
Hobbs, NM
Evening in Hobbs on Wednesday
Local time
5:38 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
30 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
3h 40m 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 Tularosa, NM to Hobbs, NM covers 193.8 miles and takes about 3h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 82, Highway 82, Hope Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 96.9 miles from Tularosa, NM. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.27 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Tularosa, NM to Hobbs, NM is easy. At 3h 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Tularosa, NM to Hobbs, NM is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Tularosa, NM to Hobbs, NM does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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