Origin
Bonham, TX
Night in Bonham on Saturday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
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Trip from Bonham, 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 23m
Distance
349.6 mi
563 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 11m
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6 AM
6h 23m
8 AM
6h 48m
10 AM
6h 32m
12 PM
6h 29m
3 PM
6h 33m
5 PM
6h 47m
8 PM
6h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bonham, TX
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Lubbock, TX
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Trip Overview
This 349.6-mile drive from Bonham, TX to Lubbock, TX is a straightforward, highway-focused journey across the Great Plains. Expect to spend about 6 hours and 23 minutes on the road, making it a manageable one-day trip. With 91% of the drive on highways, it's a route designed for steady progress. The estimated fuel cost is around $53, and you'll encounter one recommended stop along the way. This route is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two Texas locations without a lot of scenic 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
174.8 miles from Bonham, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 13m 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 | 22.9 mi | 24m |
| West US Highway 82 | 21.2 mi | 21m |
| East US Highway 82 | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| J M Lindsay Boulevard | 12.1 mi | 13m |
Longest stretch:
US 82
— 108.1 mi, about 2h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bonham, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on this road
81 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
57 ft
·
6 sec
3
Turn right onto TX 78
192 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Center Street
4
Turn right onto TX 56
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Sam Rayburn Drive
5
Turn right onto TX 121
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North State Highway 121
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
7
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
this road
8
Merge onto US 82
21 mi
·
21 min
·
West US Highway 82
9
Continue on US 82
23 mi
·
24 min
·
East Buck Owens Freeway
10
Continue on US 82
12 mi
·
14 min
·
East US Highway 82
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 82
12 mi
·
13 min
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J M Lindsay Boulevard
12
Continue on US 82
10 mi
·
11 min
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Division Street
13
Turn straight onto US 82
25 mi
·
27 min
·
US 82
14
Merge onto US 82
34 mi
·
37 min
·
US 82
15
Take the exit onto US 82
49 mi
·
54 min
·
US 82
Toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abilene
16
Take the exit onto US 82
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
US 82
Toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock
17
Turn right onto US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 82
18
Continue on US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
0.6 mi
·
45 sec
·
North Main Street
19
Turn right onto US 82; TX 114
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East California Street
20
Continue on US 82; TX 114
93 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
US Highway 82 West
21
Continue on US 82; TX 114
24 mi
·
25 min
·
West Highway 82
22
Continue on US 82; TX 114
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
23
Continue on US 82; TX 114
7.3 mi
·
7 min
·
US Highway 82
24
Continue on US 82; TX 114
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Street
25
Continue on US 82; TX 114
25 mi
·
26 min
·
US Highway 82
26
Continue on US 62; TX 114
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Idalou Road
Toward US 62, TX 114
27
Continue on US 62; TX 114
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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East 19th Street
28
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6-hour, 23-minute drive, aim for an early morning departure from Bonham, TX. This allows you to cover a significant portion of the 349.6 miles before midday. With the longest stretch being over 100 miles, plan your single stop strategically for fuel and a break. Given the $53 fuel estimate, it’s wise to start with a full tank. Keep in mind that US Highway 82 West will be your main artery for most of the journey, so staying focused on this primary route will ensure you reach Lubbock efficiently.
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 174.8 miles from Bonham, TX, or about 3h 13m 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 77 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 174.8 miles or 3h 13m 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 15m
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 Bonham, 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 Bonham, TX
This is one driving day of about 349.6 miles and 6h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 77 miles from Bonham, 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
175 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 77 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 174.8 miles from Bonham, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 189.5 — 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
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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TX 78 / North Center Street
Turn right onto TX 78 / North Center Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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TX 56 / East Sam Rayburn Drive
Turn right onto TX 56 / East Sam Rayburn Drive
Navigation decision point
5
140.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 35m in
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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
189.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 29m 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
$52.83 one way
$105.65 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
122 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $57.82 | $115.64 |
| premium | $4.54 | $62.42 | $124.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $77.19 | $154.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 122.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 104.9 | 1 | $36.71 | $16.78 |
| Efficient EV | 87.4 | 0 | $30.59 | $13.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 139.8 | 1 | $48.94 | $22.37 |
Gas CO2
122 kg
EV CO2
41 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.
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Night in Lubbock on Saturday
Local time
11:21 PM
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.
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
22 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 23m 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?
You'll primarily be on US 82 for this 349.6-mile trip, which accounts for 91% of the total highway share. This means you can anticipate a consistent driving experience with minimal time spent on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 108.1 miles, also on US 82. Given its highway-focused profile, this drive is best characterized as efficient rather than particularly scenic, allowing for steady progress toward your destination.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 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.
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 23m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 11 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (TX 78 / North Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (TX 56 / East Sam Rayburn Drive): Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Bonham, TX to Lubbock, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Abilene along the way.
Abilene
140.7 mi in
|
~2h 35m
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via US 82
About the Cities
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 23m. Total distance: 349.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 23m 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: Navigation decision point; near the start (TX 78 / North Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (TX 56 / East Sam Rayburn Drive): Navigation decision point.
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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