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Trip from Brady, TX to Lubbock, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 29m
Distance
251 mi
404 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 16m
★
6 AM
4h 30m
8 AM
4h 56m
10 AM
4h 39m
12 PM
4h 36m
3 PM
4h 40m
5 PM
4h 55m
8 PM
4h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brady, TX
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Lubbock, TX
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Trip Overview
Embarking on this 251-mile journey from Brady to Lubbock, Texas, will take you approximately 4 hours and 29 minutes of driving time. This route, primarily utilizing US 84 and US 87, is well-suited as a single-day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of $38. The drive is focused on highways, offering a straightforward passage through the Great Plains region of Texas. With one primary stop suggested, you can anticipate a fairly direct and efficient travel experience. This trip is designed for those who prefer covering distance on established roadways.
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
125.5 miles from Brady, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 19m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 84 | 74.5 mi | 1h 14m |
| United States Highway 87 | 32 mi | 37m |
| State Highway 153 | 29.5 mi | 33m |
| North Main Street | 20.4 mi | 21m |
| Highway 84 | 20 mi | 19m |
| Roberts Avenue | 16.5 mi | 18m |
| FM 2111 | 12.3 mi | 13m |
| State Highway 70 | 10.4 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
US 84
— 74.5 mi, about 1h 14m
Traffic on I-20
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,210 veh/hr typical · worst 1,594
Quietest
3 AM
~203 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 31 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 Brady, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on US 190; US 377
220 ft
·
8 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 190; US 377
281 ft
·
7 sec
·
Church Street
3
Turn right onto US 87
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Commerce Street
4
Turn straight onto US 87
32 mi
·
37 min
·
United States Highway 87
5
Turn right onto US 83
20 mi
·
21 min
·
North Main Street
6
Continue on US 83
17 mi
·
18 min
·
Roberts Avenue
7
Turn right onto US 67; US 83
387 ft
·
18 sec
·
Hutchings Avenue
Use the right lane.
8
Turn left onto TX 158
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
North Broadway Street
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto FM 2111
12 mi
·
13 min
·
FM 2111
10
Turn left onto TX 153
29 mi
·
33 min
·
State Highway 153
11
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 153
19 ft
·
0 sec
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State Highway 153
12
Turn right onto TX 70
10 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 70
13
Continue on TX 70
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lamar Street
14
Turn left onto Northwest Georgia Avenue
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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Northwest Georgia Avenue
15
Take the ramp
340 ft
·
8 sec
Toward I 20 West: Midland
16
Merge onto I 20; US 84
6.0 mi
·
5 min
·
I 20; US 84
17
Take the exit onto US 84
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
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US 84
Exit 238A
Toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
18
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
74 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
US 84
19
Turn right onto Loop 46
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Avenue F
20
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
North Avenue F
21
Turn straight onto TX 207
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Ralls Road
22
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
East 15th Street
23
Turn right onto US 84
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North US Highway 84
24
Continue on US 84
20 mi
·
19 min
·
Highway 84
25
Continue on US 84
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
26
Continue on US 84
6.8 mi
·
6 min
·
East Highway 84
27
Continue on US 84
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Slaton Road
28
Continue on US 84
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Avenue Q South Drive
29
Turn right onto US 62; TX 114
33 ft
·
0 sec
·
19th Street
30
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour and 29-minute drive time, departing Brady, TX, in the morning is a practical choice to ensure you reach Lubbock with ample daylight. The longest stretch on US 84 is over 70 miles, so plan for a fuel stop before or during this segment, especially given the estimated $38 fuel cost. This route's efficiency means you have flexibility; however, breaking it up with your one suggested stop around the halfway point can make the 251 miles more comfortable. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the longer stretches on US 84.
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 125.5 miles from Brady, TX, or about 2h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.5 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 55 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 125.5 miles or 2h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 40m
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 Brady, 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 Brady, TX
This is one driving day of about 251 miles and 4h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Brady, 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 84 for about 74.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
126 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 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 125.5 miles from Brady, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 84 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.5 miles.
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.
Llano Estacado Picnic Area
0 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Eagles Landing Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.3 mi from route
Heart of Texas Museum
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Brady, Texas
Hours: 1–5 pm
+13255970526
Visit websiteHeart of Texas Country Music Museum
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
1.1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Brady, Texas
Hours: Closed
+13255971895
Visit websiteMackenzie 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 websiteAmerican 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 websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 134.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 190; US 377 / Church Street
Turn left onto US 190; US 377 / Church Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 87 / Commerce Street
Turn right onto US 87 / Commerce Street
Navigation decision point
6
69.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
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US 67; US 83 / Hutchings Avenue
Turn right onto US 67; US 83 / Hutchings Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
69.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
TX 158 / North Broadway Street
Turn left onto TX 158 / North Broadway Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
134.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 29m 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
$34.38 one way
$68.76 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
88 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $38.40 | $76.80 |
| premium | $4.23 | $41.75 | $83.50 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $47.39 | $94.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 75.3 | 0 | $26.36 | $12.05 |
| Efficient EV | 62.8 | 0 | $21.96 | $10.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 100.4 | 1 | $35.14 | $16.06 |
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Origin
Brady, TX
Evening in Brady on Monday
Local time
6:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Mostly Sunny
S 10 to 15 mph
5% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 5:39AM CDT until July 19 at 6:12AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 5:38AM CDT until July 19 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Evening in Lubbock on Monday
Local time
6:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 5 to 10 mph
38% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 5:39AM CDT until July 19 at 6:12AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 5:38AM CDT until July 19 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
102°F
Roscoe, TX
126 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
3 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
4h 29m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This highway-focused drive offers a straightforward experience across 251 miles, with 77% of your journey on highways. You'll spend a significant amount of time on US 84 and United States Highway 87, experiencing a longest stretch of 74.5 miles without a major turn. Expect a consistent pace for much of the trip, allowing you to make good time between your starting point in the Great Plains and your destination. The road character remains largely consistent, emphasizing efficient travel over winding scenic byways.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.5 mi on US 84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and United States Highway 87. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 190; US 377 / Church Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 251 miles you will encounter 19 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 190; US 377 / Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 87 / Commerce Street): Navigation decision point; at 69.2 miles (US 67; US 83 / Hutchings Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
3,203 ft
1,619 ft
Total Climb
2,617 ft
Total Descent
1,084 ft
Highest Point
3,203 ft
~251 mi in
Elevation Range
1,584 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Brady, TX
Full guide →Brady is a city in the West Hill Country of Texas.
Top landmarks
- • McCulloch County Courthouse — historic place in Brady, McCulloch County, Texas
- • Old McCulloch County Jail — historic place in Brady, McCulloch County, Texas
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).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 29m. Total distance: 251 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 74.5 miles on US 84. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 9 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 190; US 377 / Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 87 / Commerce Street): Navigation decision point; at 69.2 miles (US 67; US 83 / Hutchings Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Lubbock, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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