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Trip from Bellville, TX to Lubbock, TX

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

8h 34m

Distance

468.7 mi

754 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$71

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
8h 27m ★
6 AM
8h 34m
8 AM
8h 50m
10 AM
8h 40m
12 PM
8h 38m
3 PM
8h 41m
5 PM
8h 49m
8 PM
8h 30m

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

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city in and county seat of Austin County, Texas, United States

Bellville, TX

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county seat of Lubbock County, Texas, United States

Lubbock, TX

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Trip Overview

Bellville, TX to Lubbock, TX is 468.7 miles and takes about 8h 34m via US 84, US 290, and North US Highway 183, with a fuel budget near $71 and a recommended 2-day trip. This highway-focused drive will take you across the vast landscapes of Texas, moving from the Great Plains region to another part of the Great Plains. Given the duration and distance, splitting this trip over two days is recommended for a more relaxed experience. It's a straightforward journey primarily on well-maintained highways, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

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

Midpoint

234.3 miles from Bellville, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 24m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 84 104.9 mi 1h 49m
US 290 74.8 mi 1h 25m
North US Highway 183 72.6 mi 1h 18m
State Highway 153 69 mi 1h 14m
East Commerce Street 22 mi 25m
Highway 84 20 mi 19m
West Main Street 16.2 mi 18m
183A Toll 14.6 mi 14m
Longest stretch: US 84 — 104.9 mi, about 1h 49m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on TX 36; TX 159

73 ft · 7 sec · East Main Street
2

Continue on TX 36; TX 159

312 ft · 5 sec · East Main Street
3

Continue on TX 36; TX 159

16 mi · 18 min · West Main Street
4

Continue on TX 36

352 ft · 12 sec · South Day Street
5

Turn left onto TX 36

0.5 mi · 55 sec · US Highway 290 West
6

Take the ramp onto TX 36

2.0 mi · 2 min · TX 36
7

Take the exit onto US 290

53 mi · 59 min · US 290
Toward US 290 West: Austin Use the straight lane.
8

Continue on US 290

21 mi · 25 min · US 290
9

Continue on 290 Toll

5.6 mi · 5 min · Manor Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 54 sec
Toward US 183 South, US 183 North: Lockhart, Lampasas Use the slight right lane.
11

Keep slight right at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward US 183 North: Lampasas Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12

Merge onto US 183

13 mi · 14 min · US 183
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Continue on 183A Toll

15 mi · 14 min · 183A Toll
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Continue on US 183

36 mi · 38 min · North US Highway 183
15

Continue on US 183

2.3 mi · 4 min · South Key Avenue
16

Continue on US 183; US 190; US 281

0.2 mi · 14 sec · North US Highway 281
17

Keep slight left at fork onto US 183; US 190

37 mi · 40 min · North US Highway 183
18

At end of road, turn left onto US 84; US 183; TX 16

30 mi · 34 min · US 84; US 183; TX 16
19

Turn left onto US 67; US 84; US 183; US 377

1.7 mi · 2 min · Early Boulevard
20

Continue on US 67; US 84; US 377

22 mi · 25 min · East Commerce Street
21

Keep slight right at fork onto US 84; US 283

7.2 mi · 8 min · Wallis Avenue
22

Turn right onto TX 153

0.9 mi · 1 min · East Walnut Street
23

Continue on TX 153; TX 206

1.0 mi · 1 min · West Walnut Street
24

Continue on TX 153

69 mi · 1 hr 14 min · State Highway 153
25

Keep slight right at fork onto TX 153

19 ft · 0 sec · State Highway 153
26

Turn right onto TX 70

10 mi · 10 min · State Highway 70
27

Continue on TX 70

0.8 mi · 1 min · Lamar Street
28

Turn left onto Northwest Georgia Avenue

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Northwest Georgia Avenue
29

Take the ramp

340 ft · 8 sec
Toward I 20 West: Midland
30

Merge onto I 20; US 84

6.0 mi · 5 min · I 20; US 84
31

Take the exit onto US 84

0.3 mi · 19 sec · US 84
Exit 238A Toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
32

Keep slight left at fork onto US 84

74 mi · 1 hr 14 min · US 84
33

Turn right onto Loop 46

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Avenue F
34

Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207

0.1 mi · 10 sec · North Avenue F
35

Turn straight onto TX 207

0.4 mi · 38 sec · Ralls Road
36

Turn left onto Spur 575

0.1 mi · 17 sec · East 15th Street
37

Turn right onto US 84

1.0 mi · 1 min · North US Highway 84
38

Continue on US 84

20 mi · 19 min · Highway 84
39

Continue on US 84

4.6 mi · 4 min · Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
40

Continue on US 84

6.8 mi · 6 min · East Highway 84
41

Continue on US 84

4.9 mi · 6 min · Slaton Road
42

Continue on US 84

2.9 mi · 3 min · Avenue Q South Drive
43

Turn right onto US 62; TX 114

33 ft · 0 sec · 19th Street
44

Arrive at destination

US 62; TX 114

Trip Plan

With an estimated 8h 34m driving time, this trip is best tackled over two days to avoid an overly long single-day push. Plan to stop around the halfway point, or a bit beyond, to break up the 468.7 miles. Consider departing Bellville in the morning to maximize daylight. Keep an eye on fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch of 104.9 miles on US 84, as services can sometimes be spaced out on these highways. A practical tip for this route is to check your tire pressure before you leave; the consistent highway speeds can put wear on your tires, and proper inflation will improve efficiency and safety.

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.

This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 234.3 miles from Bellville, TX, or about 4h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.9 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

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

First stop

Around 103 miles or 1h 58m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 234.3 miles or 4h 24m in

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

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 234.3 miles or 4h 24m

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 7h 30m

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 Bellville, 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.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Bellville, TX

Aim for roughly 234 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Lubbock, TX

Aim for roughly 234 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 103 miles from Bellville, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 84 for about 104.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Bell County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Overnight candidate

Killeen, TX

234 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Killeen, TX

Overnight Options

Night 1

Killeen, TX

234 mi · about 4.3h in

A practical overnight split lands near Killeen, TX after about 234 miles or 4.3 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Austin, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 103 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brownwood, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 234.3 miles from Bellville, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 84 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.9 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 234 miles or 4.3 hours on the road.

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

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Mackenzie Main City Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Lubbock, Texas

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18067752673

Visit website

American Windmill Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Lubbock, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18067478734

Visit website

Brown County Museum of History

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Brownwood, Texas

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13256411926

Visit website

The Martin & Frances Lehnis Railroad Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Brownwood, Texas

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13256436376

Visit website

Pioneer Farms

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Austin, Texas

Hours: 10 am–2 pm

+15128371215

Visit website

Toybrary Austin

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Austin, Texas

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+15124343927

Visit website

Newman’s Castle

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Bellville, Texas

Hours: 10:30 am–12:30 pm

+19794876753

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 23

5 decision points cluster between mile 18.8 and 352.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
18.8 mi into trip | ~21m in | US 290

Take the exit onto US 290 toward US 290 West: Austin

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward US 290 West: Austin
7
99.2 mi into trip | ~1h 52m in

Take the exit toward US 183 South, US 183 North: Lockhart, Lampasas

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 183 South, US 183 North: Lockhart, La...
7
99.6 mi into trip | ~1h 53m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 183 North: Lampasas

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward US 183 North: Lampasas
5
100.4 mi into trip | ~1h 55m in | US 183

Merge onto US 183

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
352.4 mi into trip | ~6h 34m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$70.82 one way

$141.64 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 164 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $77.52 $155.04
premium $4.54 $83.68 $167.37
diesel $5.61 $103.48 $206.97

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$71

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$201–$311

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 164 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $49 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 140.6 1 $49.21 $22.50
Efficient EV 117.2 1 $41.01 $18.75
EV Truck/SUV 187.5 2 $65.62 $30.00

Gas CO2

164 kg

EV CO2

55 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 Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Bellville, TX

Morning in Bellville on Tuesday

Local time

7:05 AM

CDT

Current temp

87°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lubbock, TX

Morning in Lubbock on Tuesday

Local time

7:05 AM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

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

7 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

8h 34m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

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

What kind of drive is this?

This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 82% of the journey on major roads. You'll experience long stretches of open highway, including one uninterrupted segment of 104.9 miles on US 84. The character of the drive is consistent, largely characterized by the efficiency of US highways. Expect a steady pace as you traverse the Texas landscape, with the road primarily serving as a conduit between your starting point and destination. It's not a route designed for winding scenic byways, but rather for covering ground effectively.

82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
44 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.9 mi on US 84.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and US 290. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18.8 miles in near US 290.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 468.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 18.8 miles (US 290): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 99.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

On the drive from Bellville, TX to Lubbock, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Lampasas along the way.

Lampasas

99.2 mi in | ~1h 52m

About the Cities

Starting in Bellville, TX

Full guide →

Top landmarks

  • • L. A. and Adelheid Machemehl House — historic place in Bellville, Austin County, Texas
  • • Austin County Courthouse

Arriving in Lubbock, TX

Full guide →

“Hub City” · Founded 1890

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 104.9 miles on US 84. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 234 miles on day one.

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 route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 18.8 miles (US 290): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 99.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 8.6 hours each way, a round trip means 17.1 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.

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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