Annetta to Lubbock is 295.9 miles and takes about 5h 4m via I 20 and US 84, with a fuel budget near $43 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Texas, beginning and ending in the Great Plains region. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, making for a straightforward trip. It's a solid option if you're looking for a direct route across the state without too many 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
147.9 miles from Annetta, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 32m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 20
176.4 mi
2h 58m
US 84
74.5 mi
1h 14m
Highway 84
20 mi
19m
East Highway 84
6.8 mi
6m
Slaton Road
4.9 mi
6m
Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
4.6 mi
4m
Avenue Q South Drive
2.9 mi
3m
West FM 5
1.4 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 176.4 mi, about 2h 58m
Traffic on I-20
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 48 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,058 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,515
Quietest
2 AM
~180 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
5.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Annetta, TX and Lubbock, TX.
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Start on FM 5
0.6 mi·1 min·North O'Neal Avenue
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Continue on FM 5
1.4 mi·2 min·West FM 5
3
Continue on FM 5
1.0 mi·1 min·Annetta Road
4
Turn left onto East Interstate 20
0.2 mi·16 sec·East Interstate 20
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·17 sec
Toward I 20 West, US 180 West
6
Merge onto I 20
176 mi·2 hr 58 min·I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto US 84
0.3 mi·19 sec·US 84
Exit 238AToward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
74 mi·1 hr 14 min·US 84
9
Turn right onto Loop 46
1.0 mi·1 min·South Avenue F
10
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207
0.1 mi·10 sec·North Avenue F
11
Turn straight onto TX 207
0.4 mi·38 sec·Ralls Road
12
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi·17 sec·East 15th Street
13
Turn right onto US 84
1.0 mi·1 min·North US Highway 84
14
Continue on US 84
20 mi·19 min·Highway 84
15
Continue on US 84
4.6 mi·4 min·Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
16
Continue on US 84
6.8 mi·6 min·East Highway 84
17
Continue on US 84
4.9 mi·6 min·Slaton Road
18
Continue on US 84
2.9 mi·3 min·Avenue Q South Drive
19
Turn right onto US 62; TX 114
33 ft·0 sec·19th Street
20
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour drive, leaving in the morning is your best bet, allowing ample time to reach Lubbock before dark. With only one recommended stop, you can be flexible with your timing. The longest stretch without services is significant, so ensure your fuel tank is adequately full before departing Annetta. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach the 176.4-mile mark on I 20, as services might become less frequent.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 147.9 miles from Annetta, TX, or about 2h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 176.4 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 65 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 147.9 miles or 2h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 7m
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 Annetta, 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 Annetta, TX
This is one driving day of about 295.9 miles and 5h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 miles from Annetta, 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 I 20 for about 176.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 180 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3 mi into trip|~5m in|East Interstate 20
Turn left onto East Interstate 20
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3.1 mi into trip|~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 20 West, US 180 West
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 20 West, US 180 West
5
3.3 mi into trip|~5m in|I 20
Merge onto I 20
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
179.6 mi into trip|~3h 4m in|US 84
Take the exit onto US 84 toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 238A
Toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
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180 mi into trip|~3h 4m in|US 84
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.53 one way
$81.06 round trip
$3.48/gal25.4 MPG avg104 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.89
$45.27
$90.54
premium
$4.23
$49.22
$98.44
diesel
$4.80
$55.87
$111.74
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 103.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
88.8
1
$31.07
$14.20
Efficient EV
74
0
$25.89
$11.84
EV Truck/SUV
118.4
1
$41.43
$18.94
Gas CO2
104 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (66% 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Annetta, TX
Evening
in Annetta on Monday
Local time
7:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Partly Sunny
S 15 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 4:56PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 2:38PM CDT until July 20 at 4:15PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Evening
in Lubbock on Monday
Local time
7:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
SSE 15 mph15% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 4:56PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 2:38PM CDT until July 20 at 4:15PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
103°F
Sweetwater, TX
148 mi in
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
6 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 4m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Ninety-five percent of this trip is on highways, so expect continuous driving on well-maintained roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 176.4 miles on I 20. You'll transition to US 84 (also known as Highway 84) for the remainder of the trip. The dense highway exits on I 20 mean frequent opportunities for services if needed.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 176.4 mi on I 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and US 84. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near East Interstate 20.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 4m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (East Interstate 20): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Top landmarks
•Buddy Holly Center — music museum and art gallery in Lubbock, Texas
•Holden Properties Historic District — historic district in Lubbock, Lubbock County, Texas
•Cactus Theater — building in Lubbock, Lubbock County, Texas
The longest stretch is about 176.4 miles on I 20. 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.
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: at 3 miles (East Interstate 20): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.1 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.
