Hobbs to Surprise: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hobbs from Surprise?

The distance from Hobbs to Surprise is 535.6 miles (862 km) as the crow flies. Surprise is located W of Hobbs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 642.7 miles, taking about 12h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 35min. Both are located in United States — Hobbs in New Mexico and Surprise in Arizona.

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 Hobbs and Surprise. 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.