Hobbs to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

458.1 miles 737.2 km · straight line
548.2 miles actual route 882.3 km · driving distance
9h 45min estimated drive time
$53 - $65 estimated fuel cost
~1h 25min flight time
268° W bearing direction

How far is Hobbs from Tucson?

The distance from Hobbs to Tucson is 458.1 miles (737.2 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located W of Hobbs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 548.2 miles, taking about 9h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Hobbs in New Mexico and Tucson in Arizona.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Tucson. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 45min $53 - $65 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 25min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 42min $44–$82* Budget
Train ~9h 16min $66–$192* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hobbs & Tucson

Quick Facts

Hobbs
32.70°N, 103.14°W
America/Denver
1104m elevation
Tucson
32.22°N, 110.97°W
America/Phoenix
728m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 153 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 54.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM