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Trip from Anna, TX to Lubbock, TX

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 24m

Distance

346 mi

557 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$52

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
6h 12m ★
6 AM
6h 24m
8 AM
6h 49m
10 AM
6h 33m
12 PM
6h 30m
3 PM
6h 34m
5 PM
6h 48m
8 PM
6h 17m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Anna, TX, TX

Anna, TX

Thomas balabaud

county seat of Lubbock County, Texas, United States

Lubbock, TX

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Trip Overview

Anna, TX to Lubbock, TX is 346 miles and takes about 6h 24m via US 82, with a fuel budget near $52 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily follows US Highway 82 West across the Texas landscape, taking you from the Great Plains region of North Texas into the heart of the Great Plains towards Lubbock. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip, making it a solid option for a single-day journey. Plan for a full day behind the wheel, but rest assured that the route is direct and efficient, minimizing unnecessary detours.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

173 miles from Anna, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 16m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 82 108.1 mi 2h
US Highway 82 West 93.5 mi 1h 38m
US Highway 82 33.5 mi 35m
West Highway 82 24.4 mi 25m
East Buck Owens Freeway 19.2 mi 20m
East US Highway 82 12.3 mi 14m
J M Lindsay Boulevard 12.1 mi 13m
Division Street 10 mi 11m
Longest stretch: US 82 — 108.1 mi, about 2h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Anna, TX and Lubbock, TX.

1

Start on South Sherley Road

35 ft · 8 sec · South Sherley Road
2

Turn left onto FM 2862

0.2 mi · 20 sec · West 4th Street
3

Turn right onto TX 5

2.8 mi · 4 min · North Powell Parkway
4

Continue on TX 5

0.8 mi · 1 min · State Highway 5
5

Turn left onto County Road 375

0.8 mi · 3 min · County Road 375
6

Turn right onto South Henry Hynds Expressway Frontage Road

0.2 mi · 26 sec · South Henry Hynds Expressway Frontage Road
7

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 26 sec
8

Merge onto US 75

9.8 mi · 9 min · South Henry Hynds Expressway
9

Continue on US 75

8.8 mi · 9 min · South Sam Rayburn Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Toward US 82: Bonham, Gainesville
11

Turn straight onto North Sam Rayburn Freeway

0.3 mi · 42 sec · North Sam Rayburn Freeway
12

Turn left onto East Highway 82

0.3 mi · 31 sec · East Highway 82
13

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 13 sec
14

Merge onto US 82

19 mi · 20 min · East Buck Owens Freeway
15

Continue on US 82

12 mi · 14 min · East US Highway 82
Use the straight / right lanes.
16

Continue on US 82

12 mi · 13 min · J M Lindsay Boulevard
17

Continue on US 82

10 mi · 11 min · Division Street
18

Turn straight onto US 82

25 mi · 27 min · US 82
19

Merge onto US 82

34 mi · 37 min · US 82
20

Take the exit onto US 82

49 mi · 54 min · US 82
Toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abilene
21

Take the exit onto US 82

0.4 mi · 52 sec · US 82
Toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock
22

Turn right onto US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business

1.5 mi · 1 min · US Highway 82
23

Continue on US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business

0.6 mi · 45 sec · North Main Street
24

Turn right onto US 82; TX 114

1.6 mi · 1 min · East California Street
25

Continue on US 82; TX 114

93 mi · 1 hr 38 min · US Highway 82 West
26

Continue on US 82; TX 114

24 mi · 25 min · West Highway 82
27

Continue on US 82; TX 114

1.0 mi · 1 min · East Main Street
28

Continue on US 82; TX 114

7.3 mi · 7 min · US Highway 82
29

Continue on US 82; TX 114

1.0 mi · 1 min · 4th Street
30

Continue on US 82; TX 114

25 mi · 26 min · US Highway 82
31

Continue on US 62; TX 114

2.1 mi · 3 min · Idalou Road
Toward US 62, TX 114
32

Continue on US 62; TX 114

2.1 mi · 3 min · East 19th Street
33

Arrive at destination

US 62; TX 114

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour and 24-minute estimated drive time, starting your journey in Anna, TX, early in the morning is advisable. This allows ample daylight to complete the 346-mile trip to Lubbock, TX, with a comfortable fuel budget of around $52. While the route is mostly highway, plan for one stop to break up the drive, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 108.1 miles on US 82, as services can be spaced out in some sections.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 173 miles from Anna, TX, or about 3h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 108.1 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 76 miles or 1h 28m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 173 miles or 3h 16m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lubbock, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Anna, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Anna, TX

This is one driving day of about 346 miles and 6h 24m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 76 miles from Anna, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 82 for about 108.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Wichita Falls, TX, TX

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Wichita Falls, TX

173 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Lindsay, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 76 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Archer City, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 173 miles from Anna, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 82 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 108.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Mackenzie Main City Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 346

Lubbock, Texas

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18067752673

Visit website

American Windmill Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 346

Lubbock, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18067478734

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 185.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | FM 2862 / West 4th Street

Turn left onto FM 2862 / West 4th Street

Navigation decision point

4
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | TX 5 / North Powell Parkway

Turn right onto TX 5 / North Powell Parkway

Navigation decision point

5
23.6 mi into trip | ~29m in

Take the exit toward US 82: Bonham, Gainesville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 82: Bonham, Gainesville
5
137.1 mi into trip | ~2h 36m in | US 82

Take the exit onto US 82 toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abilene

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abile...
5
185.9 mi into trip | ~3h 30m in | US 82

Take the exit onto US 82 toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$52.28 one way

$104.56 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 121 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $57.23 $114.45
premium $4.54 $61.78 $123.55
diesel $5.61 $76.39 $152.78

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$52

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$77–$102

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 121.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 103.8 1 $36.33 $16.61
Efficient EV 86.5 0 $30.28 $13.84
EV Truck/SUV 138.4 1 $48.44 $22.14

Gas CO2

121 kg

EV CO2

40 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Anna, TX

Late night in Anna on Sunday

Local time

2:33 AM

CDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lubbock, TX

Late night in Lubbock on Sunday

Local time

2:33 AM

CDT

Current temp

89°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 15 to 20 mph 2% chance Live forecast

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 17 at 7:31AM CDT until April 17 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 7:25AM CDT until April 18 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

30 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

6h 24m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive for this trip, with 91% of the route utilizing major highways, specifically US 82. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 108.1 miles on US 82, meaning you can settle into a good rhythm for extended periods. This road character suggests a consistent pace, with fewer technical turns and more open highway driving. The journey offers a sense of continuous travel across the Texas landscape.

91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 108.1 mi on US 82.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 82 and US Highway 82 West. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near FM 2862 / West 4th Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 24m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 15 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (FM 2862 / West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (TX 5 / North Powell Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 23.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Anna, TX and Lubbock, TX, road signs point toward Gainesville and Abilene.

Gainesville

23.6 mi in | ~29m

Abilene

137.1 mi in | ~2h 36m | via US 82

About the Cities

Starting in Anna, TX

Full guide →

Founded 1867

Arriving in Lubbock, TX

Full guide →

Lubbock is the largest city in the Panhandle of Texas and serves as the area's agricultural and economic hub. Lubbock, commonly known as the Hub City, is in the center of the South Plains, an expansive cotton-growing region.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 24m. Total distance: 346 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 24m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 108.1 miles on US 82. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Lubbock, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (FM 2862 / West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (TX 5 / North Powell Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 23.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.4 hours each way, a round trip means 12.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Lubbock, TX before the return drive.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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