Spring, TX Road Trips
Drivers starting from Spring, TX have 6 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Great Plains. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 157-mile quick runs to 520-mile cross-state drives. Routes from Spring, TX spread mainly north and west, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
519.8 mi
Lubbock, TX
Quickest Drive
3h 2m
Austin, TX
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Trips from Spring, TX
Driving from Spring, TX
The typical drive from Spring, TX covers about 268 miles and takes around 4h 54m. 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 520 miles (9h 29m), while the shortest is just 157 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Spring, TX most often head toward Lubbock, TX (519.8 mi, 9h 29m), McKinney, TX (248 mi, 4h 23m), Arlington, TX (233.7 mi, 4h 9m), Corpus Christi, TX (232.3 mi, 4h 34m), and Dallas, TX (217.6 mi, 3h 49m). 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 268-mile trip from Spring, TX, budget about $40 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring. Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 6 mapped routes leaving Spring, TX and 0 routes heading into Spring, TX, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 157 to 520 miles.
The longest mapped route from Spring, TX covers 520 miles and takes approximately 9h 29m. Shorter options start at just 157 miles.
The average route from Spring, TX runs about 268 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 54m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.78/gallon for regular), the average 268-mile trip from Spring, TX costs roughly $40 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Spring, TX include Lubbock, TX, McKinney, TX, Arlington, TX and Corpus Christi, TX. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Spring, TX by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
67,103
Median Income
$86,888
Median Home Value
$221,300
Median Age
33.6
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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