Hobbs to Hot Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

593 miles 954.4 km · straight line
711.7 miles estimated 1145.3 km · driving distance
14h 19min estimated drive time
$68 - $84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 42min flight time
75° ENE bearing direction

How far is Hobbs from Hot Springs?

The distance from Hobbs to Hot Springs is 593 miles (954.4 km) as the crow flies. Hot Springs is located ENE of Hobbs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 711.7 miles, taking about 14h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Both are located in United States — Hobbs in New Mexico and Hot Springs in Arkansas.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hobbs and Hot Springs. 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.

How to Get from Hobbs to Hot Springs

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 19min $68 - $84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 11min $57–$107* Budget
Train ~18h 37min $85–$249* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hobbs & Hot Springs

Quick Facts

Hobbs
32.70°N, 103.14°W
America/Denver
1104m elevation
Hot Springs
34.50°N, 93.06°W
America/Chicago
180m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 198 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients