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Trip from Coppell, 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
5h 55m
Distance
342.3 mi
551 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 43m
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6 AM
5h 56m
8 AM
6h 22m
10 AM
6h 5m
12 PM
6h 2m
3 PM
6h 6m
5 PM
6h 20m
8 PM
5h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coppell, TX
Thomas balabaud
Lubbock, TX
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Trip Overview
Coppell, TX to Lubbock, TX is 342.3 miles and takes about 5h 55m via I 20 and US 84, with a fuel budget near $52 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Great Plains region, primarily traversing Texas. Expect a straightforward trip with minimal complexity, making it a solid option for a single-day drive. The route is predominantly highway, so prepare for consistent travel speeds for most of the 5 hours and 55 minutes.
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
171.1 miles from Coppell, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 59m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 182.3 mi | 3h 4m |
| US 84 | 74.5 mi | 1h 14m |
| Highway 84 | 20 mi | 19m |
| Jim Wright Freeway | 12.8 mi | 14m |
| TX 121 | 9.6 mi | 10m |
| I 820 TEXpress | 6.9 mi | 6m |
| East Highway 84 | 6.8 mi | 6m |
| West Freeway | 6 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 182.3 mi, about 3h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coppell, TX and Lubbock, TX.
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Start on this road
174 ft
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14 sec
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this road
2
Turn uturn onto West Bethel Road
265 ft
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17 sec
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West Bethel Road
3
Continue on West Bethel Road
0.4 mi
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55 sec
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West Bethel Road
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left onto South Royal Lane
0.6 mi
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1 min
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South Royal Lane
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
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34 sec
Toward I 635 West
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 635
0.4 mi
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28 sec
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Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
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34 sec
Exit 36A
Toward TX 121 South, TX 114 West, TX 114 East: Fort Worth, DFW Airport, Dallas
Use the slight left lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
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56 sec
Exit 36A
Toward TX 121 South, TX 114 West: Fort Worth
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto TX 121
2.7 mi
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2 min
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TX 121
10
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 121
6.9 mi
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7 min
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TX 121
Toward TX 121 South: Forth Worth, Arlington, Grand Praire
Use the left / right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto TX 121 Express
0.7 mi
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42 sec
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TX 121 Express
Toward TX 121 Express South Toll, TX 183 Express West Toll
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress
3.4 mi
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3 min
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SH 121/183 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on TX 183 TEXpress
0.1 mi
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7 sec
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SH 183 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress
0.7 mi
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42 sec
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SH 121/183 TEXpress
15
Continue on I 820 TEXpress
6.9 mi
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6 min
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I 820 TEXpress
Toward I 820 Express West Toll
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 820
0.4 mi
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24 sec
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Northeast Loop
17
Continue on I 820
13 mi
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14 min
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Jim Wright Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 3A
Toward I 30 West: Weatherford
Use the slight right lane.
19
Merge onto I 30
6.0 mi
·
6 min
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West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Merge onto I 20
182 mi
·
3 hr 4 min
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I 20
Use the slight right lane.
21
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
22
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
74 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
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US 84
23
Turn right onto Loop 46
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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South Avenue F
24
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
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North Avenue F
25
Turn straight onto TX 207
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
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Ralls Road
26
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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East 15th Street
27
Turn right onto US 84
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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North US Highway 84
28
Continue on US 84
20 mi
·
19 min
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Highway 84
29
Continue on US 84
4.6 mi
·
4 min
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Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
30
Continue on US 84
6.8 mi
·
6 min
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East Highway 84
31
Continue on US 84
4.9 mi
·
6 min
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Slaton Road
32
Continue on US 84
2.9 mi
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3 min
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Avenue Q South Drive
33
Turn right onto US 62; TX 114
33 ft
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0 sec
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19th Street
34
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour 55-minute drive time, departing Coppell in the morning is ideal to ensure you arrive in Lubbock with plenty of daylight. The route is mostly highway, so you can maintain a good pace. With only one suggested stop, you have flexibility in when and where you choose to take a break. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 182.3-mile stretch on I 20, as services might be less frequent than in more populated areas. Your estimated fuel cost is around $52.
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 171.1 miles from Coppell, TX, or about 2h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 182.3 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 75 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 171.1 miles or 2h 59m 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 51m
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 Coppell, 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 Coppell, TX
This is one driving day of about 342.3 miles and 5h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 75 miles from Coppell, 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 182.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
171 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 75 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 171.1 miles from Coppell, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 20 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 182.3 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.
Picnic Area
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Picnic Area
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I-20 Westbound Picnic Area
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I-20 Eastbound Picnic Area
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Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Eastland County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Eastland County Westbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Nolan County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
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
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Eagles Landing Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.2 mi from route
Callahan County Eastbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Callahan County Westbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.3 mi from route
Coppell Nature Park
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, right off the route
0.8 mi from route
~2 min detour
Coppell, Texas
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+19723043581
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 websiteAndrew Brown Park West
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
2.1 mi from route
~5 min detour
Coppell, Texas
Hours: 7 am–11 pm
+19724625100
Visit websiteFort Worth Herd
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, ~9 min detour
First break
3.8 mi from route
~9 min detour
Fort Worth, Texas
Hours: 11:30 am–4 pm
+18173364373
Visit websiteGrapevine Vintage Railroad
4.3
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the start, ~10 min detour
3.9 mi from route
~10 min detour
Grapevine, Texas
Hours: Closed
+18174103185
Visit websiteHouse of Shine
4.9
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, ~10 min detour
3.9 mi from route
~10 min detour
Grapevine, Texas
Hours: 12–5 pm
+18176018850
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 225 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 5.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Bethel Road
Turn uturn onto West Bethel Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
7
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 635 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 635 West
9
1.8 mi into trip
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~3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward TX 121 South, TX 114 West, TX 114 East: Fort Worth, DFW Airport, Dallas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 36A
Toward TX 121 South, TX 114 West, TX 114 East:...
9
2.2 mi into trip
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~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward TX 121 South, TX 114 West: Fort Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 36A
Toward TX 121 South, TX 114 West: Fort Worth
8
5.5 mi into trip
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~8m in
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TX 121
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 121 toward TX 121 South: Forth Worth, Arlington, Grand Praire
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward TX 121 South: Forth Worth, Arlington, Gr...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$51.72 one way
$103.44 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
120 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $56.61 | $113.23 |
| premium | $4.54 | $61.12 | $122.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $75.58 | $151.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 119.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 102.7 | 1 | $35.94 | $16.43 |
| Efficient EV | 85.6 | 0 | $29.95 | $13.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 136.9 | 1 | $47.92 | $21.91 |
Gas CO2
120 kg
EV CO2
40 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
Coppell, TX
Morning in Coppell on Tuesday
Local time
7:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Morning in Lubbock on Tuesday
Local time
7:15 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.
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
5h 55m 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 trip is almost entirely highway, with a 95% highway share. You'll spend the bulk of your time on interstates and major US routes, covering 182.3 miles on I 20 before transitioning. Expect a rural cruising feel for much of the drive, with fewer exits compared to a more urban route. The final stretch on US 84 will continue this highway-focused experience.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 182.3 mi on I 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and US 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Bethel Road.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 22 significant decision points across 342.3 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: near the start (West Bethel Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
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 5h 55m. Total distance: 342.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 182.3 miles on I 20. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 31 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 31 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Bethel Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.9 hours each way, a round trip means 11.9 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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