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Trip from Cedar Park, TX to Lubbock, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 24m
Distance
353.4 mi
569 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 12m
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6 AM
6h 24m
8 AM
6h 49m
10 AM
6h 33m
12 PM
6h 31m
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.
Cedar Park, TX
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Lubbock, TX
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Trip Overview
Cedar Park, TX to Lubbock, TX is 353.4 miles and takes about 6h 24m via US 84, with a fuel budget near $53 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward journey across Texas. With an 82% highway share, expect a generally efficient trip focused on covering ground. Given its manageable duration and single recommended day, this route is ideal for a quick transition between two points without extensive 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
176.7 miles from Cedar Park, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 19m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 84 | 104.9 mi | 1h 49m |
| 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 |
| State Highway 70 | 10.4 mi | 10m |
| 183A Toll Road | 9.7 mi | 9m |
| Wallis Avenue | 7.2 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
US 84
— 104.9 mi, about 1h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Park, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on US 183
1.2 mi
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2 min
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North Bell Boulevard
Use the left lane.
2
Turn right onto RM 1431
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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East Whitestone Boulevard
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto 183A Frontage Road
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
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183A Frontage Road
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward 183A Toll North
5
Merge onto 183A Toll
9.7 mi
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9 min
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183A Toll Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on US 183
36 mi
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38 min
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North US Highway 183
7
Continue on US 183
2.3 mi
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4 min
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South Key Avenue
8
Continue on US 183; US 190; US 281
0.2 mi
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14 sec
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North US Highway 281
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 183; US 190
37 mi
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40 min
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North US Highway 183
10
At end of road, turn left onto US 84; US 183; TX 16
30 mi
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34 min
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US 84; US 183; TX 16
11
Turn left onto US 67; US 84; US 183; US 377
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Early Boulevard
12
Continue on US 67; US 84; US 377
22 mi
·
25 min
·
East Commerce Street
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 84; US 283
7.2 mi
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8 min
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Wallis Avenue
14
Turn right onto TX 153
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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East Walnut Street
15
Continue on TX 153; TX 206
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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West Walnut Street
16
Continue on TX 153
69 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
State Highway 153
17
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 153
19 ft
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0 sec
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State Highway 153
18
Turn right onto TX 70
10 mi
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10 min
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State Highway 70
19
Continue on TX 70
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Lamar Street
20
Turn left onto Northwest Georgia Avenue
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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Northwest Georgia Avenue
21
Take the ramp
340 ft
·
8 sec
Toward I 20 West: Midland
22
Merge onto I 20; US 84
6.0 mi
·
5 min
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I 20; US 84
23
Take the exit onto US 84
0.3 mi
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19 sec
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US 84
Exit 238A
Toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
24
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
74 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
US 84
25
Turn right onto Loop 46
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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South Avenue F
26
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
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North Avenue F
27
Turn straight onto TX 207
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
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Ralls Road
28
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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East 15th Street
29
Turn right onto US 84
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North US Highway 84
30
Continue on US 84
20 mi
·
19 min
·
Highway 84
31
Continue on US 84
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
32
Continue on US 84
6.8 mi
·
6 min
·
East Highway 84
33
Continue on US 84
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Slaton Road
34
Continue on US 84
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Avenue Q South Drive
35
Turn right onto US 62; TX 114
33 ft
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0 sec
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19th Street
36
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
Starting your drive from Cedar Park, TX, early in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and allow for a comfortable pace. With a total duration of 6 hours and 24 minutes, this trip is easily achievable in a single day. The longest stretch without a town is 104.9 miles on US 84, so ensure your fuel tank is adequately filled before embarking on that segment. While only one stop is noted, consider a brief break around the halfway point to stretch your legs and stay refreshed for the remaining drive.
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 176.7 miles from Cedar Park, TX, or about 3h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.9 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 78 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 176.7 miles or 3h 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 5h 20m
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 Cedar Park, 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 Cedar Park, TX
This is one driving day of about 353.4 miles and 6h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 78 miles from Cedar Park, 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 104.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
177 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 78 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 176.7 miles from Cedar Park, 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 104.9 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
San Saba 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
Rest Area
2.2 mi from route
Lakeline Park
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
1.2 mi from route
~3 min detour
Cedar Park, Texas
+15124015500
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 215 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 237.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.2 mi into trip
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~2m in
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RM 1431 / East Whitestone Boulevard
Turn right onto RM 1431 / East Whitestone Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2.1 mi into trip
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~3m in
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183A Frontage Road
Turn left onto 183A Frontage Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2.8 mi into trip
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~4m in
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183A Toll / 183A Toll Road
Merge onto 183A Toll / 183A Toll Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
50.6 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
US 183; US 190 / North US Highway 183
Keep slight left at fork onto US 183; US 190 / North US Highway 183
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
237.1 mi into trip
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~4h 24m in
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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
$53.40 one way
$106.80 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
124 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $58.45 | $116.90 |
| premium | $4.54 | $63.10 | $126.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $78.03 | $156.05 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.68
183A Toll Road
(9.7 mi)
$0.68
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$79–$104
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 123.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 106 | 1 | $37.11 | $16.96 |
| Efficient EV | 88.4 | 1 | $30.92 | $14.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 141.4 | 1 | $49.48 | $22.62 |
Gas CO2
124 kg
EV CO2
41 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.
Origin
Cedar Park, TX
Late night in Cedar Park on Tuesday
Local time
3:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Late night in Lubbock on Tuesday
Local time
3:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Mostly Clear
NNE 25 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 5:12AM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:47AM CDT until April 18 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS San Angelo 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
37 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
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?
This is a highway-focused drive for the most part, with 82% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter an 82% highway share, meaning you'll spend a good chunk of your time on faster-paced roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 104.9 miles on US 84, so be prepared for a significant period of consistent driving. While primarily highway, the route incorporates segments of North US Highway 183 and State Highway 153, offering slight variations from the main interstate feel as you progress.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
36 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?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and North US Highway 183. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near RM 1431 / East Whitestone Boulevard.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 353.4 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 1.2 miles (RM 1431 / East Whitestone Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (183A Frontage Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (183A Toll / 183A Toll Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Cedar Park, TX
Full guide →Cedar Park is in Central Hill Country, 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 6h 24m. Total distance: 353.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 24m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
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.
Expect about $0.68 in tolls one way, starting with 183A Toll Road. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 11 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.
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 1 meaningful breaks. There are 11 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (RM 1431 / East Whitestone Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (183A Frontage Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (183A Toll / 183A Toll Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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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