Emporia to Hobbs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Emporia from Hobbs?

The distance from Emporia to Hobbs is 554.6 miles (892.6 km) as the crow flies. Hobbs is located SW of Emporia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 665.6 miles, taking about 13h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Emporia in Kansas and Hobbs in New Mexico.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Emporia and Hobbs. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.