Snyder, TX Road Trips
With 5 routes heading out and 4 heading in, Snyder, TX works well as a modest departure point in the Great Plains. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 380 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Routes from Snyder, TX spread mainly south and east, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
9
Longest Drive
576.7 mi
Houston, TX
Quickest Drive
1h 30m
Lubbock, TX
Plan Around Snyder, TX
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Continue From Snyder, TX
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Driving from Snyder, TX
The typical drive from Snyder, TX covers about 380 miles and takes around 6h 46m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 577 miles (10h 32m), while the shortest is just 85 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Snyder, TX include Houston, TX (576.7 mi, 10h 32m), Laredo, TX (452 mi, 7h 55m), San Antonio, TX (427.5 mi, 7h 37m), Fort Worth, TX (358.6 mi, 6h 18m), and Lubbock, TX (84.7 mi, 1h 30m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in TX currently averages around $3.78 per gallon. For the typical 380-mile trip from Snyder, TX, budget about $57 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing. The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Snyder, TX and 4 routes heading into Snyder, TX, covering 9 total connections. Distances range from 85 to 577 miles.
The longest mapped route from Snyder, TX covers 577 miles and takes approximately 10h 32m. Shorter options start at just 85 miles.
The average route from Snyder, TX runs about 380 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 46m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.78/gallon for regular), the average 380-mile trip from Snyder, TX costs roughly $57 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Snyder, TX include Houston, TX, Laredo, TX, San Antonio, TX and Fort Worth, TX. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Snyder, TX by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
11,310
Median Income
$54,067
Median Home Value
$102,500
Median Age
31.5
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Snyder, TX
Snyder is a city in the Llano Estacado region of Texas. It was a very rough and tumble place in the early days after first being settled in 1878. Then there was an oil boom period. Now Snyder has a college (Western Texas College) and a little more of a diversified and stable presence.
Scurry County Museum, 6200 College Ave (on Western Texas College campus), ☏ +1 325-573-6107. Area history and exhibits on local industries such as cotton farming and oil production. Albino Buffalo Statue (corner of College Ave and 25th Streets, or alternatively NW corner of Scurry County Courthouse grounds). In homage to Snyder's prairie-like heritage. (updated Dec 2021)
Scurry County Rodeo, ☏ +1 325 573-3005. A yearly July event. Western Swing Festival, ☏ +1 325 573-3558. Four-day festival in mid-June which features some of the country's best modern western swing bands. Ritz Community Theatre, 1810 26th St. This art deco theater has performing arts events. (updated Dec 2021)
The Butcher's Block Eats and Drinks, 1600 25th St, ☏ +1 325 465-0900. This place will be especially appealing to the carnivore types, with its chicken fried steak, ribeyes, and other meaty offerings. Spanish Inn, 2212 College Ave, ☏ +1 325 573-2355.
The Horny Toad Pub, 2510 Avenue R. (updated Dec 2021)
Budget Inn, 1006 25th St, ☏ +1 325 573-0565. $46 (Dec 2021). Days Inn, 800 E. Coliseum Dr, ☏ +1 325 515-4018. $53 (Dec 2021). Purple Sage Motel, 1501 E Coliseum Dr, ☏ +1 325 573-5491. $49 (Dec 2021). Comfort Inn & Suites, 1774 US-84, ☏ +1 325 515-7550. A big breakfast available. $61 (Dec 2021). Motel 6, 1137 E US Hwy 180, ☏ +1 325 573-1961. A Motel 6 with an indoor pool! $41 (Dec 2021).
US 180 east of Lamesa and west of Breckenridge US 84 southeast of Post and northwest of Sweetwater FM 208 north from Colorado City
As with other towns in the area, you will need a car.
Travel tips adapted from Snyder (Texas) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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