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Trip from Crystal City, 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
7h 48m
Distance
425.1 mi
684 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$58
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 39m
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6 AM
7h 48m
8 AM
8h 7m
10 AM
7h 55m
12 PM
7h 53m
3 PM
7h 56m
5 PM
8h 6m
8 PM
7h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crystal City, TX
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Lubbock, TX
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Trip Overview
This 425.1-mile drive from Crystal City, TX to Lubbock, TX spans across the heart of Texas, taking approximately 7 hours and 48 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 277 and US Highway 87 North, this route is a highway-focused journey through the Great Plains. With a projected fuel cost of around $64, it's a manageable trip for a single day, though two planned stops offer opportunities to break up the drive. This route is ideal for those seeking a direct and efficient path connecting these two Texan cities.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
212.6 miles from Crystal City, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 4m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 277 | 82.6 mi | 1h 33m |
| US Highway 87 North | 75.3 mi | 1h 15m |
| North US Highway 87 | 66.4 mi | 1h 6m |
| East Antonio Street | 36.6 mi | 41m |
| North US Highway 83 | 35.3 mi | 40m |
| North Texas Highway 55 | 32.7 mi | 37m |
| South Texas Highway 55 | 25.4 mi | 28m |
| South US Highway 87 | 18.1 mi | 18m |
Longest stretch:
US 277
— 82.6 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crystal City, TX and Lubbock, TX.
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Start on this road
42 ft
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3 sec
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this road
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Turn right onto FM 582
0.5 mi
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54 sec
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East Lake Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto FM 582; FM 1433
1.4 mi
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2 min
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North 7th Avenue
4
Merge onto US 83
35 mi
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40 min
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North US Highway 83
5
Continue on US 83
1.2 mi
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1 min
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Crystal City Highway
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 83
1.9 mi
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2 min
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South Getty Street
7
Continue on US 83
0.6 mi
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48 sec
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Milam Street
8
Turn left onto TX 55
37 mi
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41 min
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East Antonio Street
9
Continue on TX 55
1.0 mi
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2 min
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South Nueces Street
10
Continue on TX 55
3.6 mi
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4 min
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North State Highway 55
11
Continue on TX 55
25 mi
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28 min
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South Texas Highway 55
12
Turn left onto US 377; TX 55
0.5 mi
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33 sec
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East Main Street
13
Continue on TX 55
33 mi
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37 min
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North Texas Highway 55
14
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 55
0.1 mi
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9 sec
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TX 55
15
Merge onto US 277
22 mi
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24 min
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US 277
16
Turn left onto US 277; Loop 467
0.7 mi
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1 min
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South Crockett Avenue
17
Take the exit onto US 277
60 mi
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1 hr 6 min
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US 277
18
Take the exit onto US 277
0.1 mi
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19 sec
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US 277
19
Keep slight left at fork onto US 277
0.6 mi
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1 min
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US 277
20
Keep slight right at fork onto US 277
0.3 mi
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39 sec
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US 277
21
Merge onto US 87; US 277
2.8 mi
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4 min
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South Bryant Boulevard
22
Continue on US 87; US 277
1.4 mi
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2 min
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South Koenigheim Street
23
Continue on US 87; US 277; US 67 Bus
4.3 mi
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6 min
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North Bryant Boulevard
24
Continue on US 87
23 mi
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23 min
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US Highway 87 North
25
Continue on US 87
16 mi
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16 min
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US 87
26
Turn straight onto US 87; TX 158; TX 163
52 mi
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52 min
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US Highway 87 North
27
Continue on US 87
15 mi
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15 min
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North US Highway 87
28
Continue on US 87
4.3 mi
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4 min
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William Crooker Highway
29
Continue on US 87
18 mi
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18 min
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South US Highway 87
30
Continue on US 87; US 180
1.3 mi
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1 min
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South Dallas Avenue
31
Continue on US 87; US 180
1.7 mi
·
1 min
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South Lynn Avenue
32
Continue on US 87
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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Lubbock Highway
33
Continue on US 87
51 mi
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51 min
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North US Highway 87
34
Continue on I 27; US 87
4.4 mi
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4 min
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Tahoka Highway
35
Continue on I 27; US 87
1.2 mi
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1 min
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Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
36
Take the exit
0.4 mi
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47 sec
Toward 50th Street
37
Turn straight onto Interstate 27
236 ft
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6 sec
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Interstate 27
38
Turn left onto FM 835
0.6 mi
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1 min
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50th Street
39
Turn right onto US 84
2.0 mi
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2 min
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Avenue Q
40
Turn right onto US 62; TX 114
33 ft
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0 sec
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19th Street
41
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
Given the 7-hour, 48-minute duration, an early morning departure from Crystal City is recommended to reach Lubbock comfortably within daylight. Plan for your two stops strategically, perhaps around the halfway mark, to stretch your legs and refuel. The longest stretch without a major town is 82.6 miles on US 277, so ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that segment. With a $64 estimated fuel cost, keeping an eye on your gas gauge is a practical consideration for this direct highway 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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 212.6 miles from Crystal City, TX, or about 4h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.6 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 94 miles or 1h 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 212.6 miles or 4h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 46m
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 Crystal City, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Crystal City, TX
This is one driving day of about 425.1 miles and 7h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 94 miles from Crystal City, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 277 for about 82.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
213 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 94 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 212.6 miles from Crystal City, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 277 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.6 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.
US-87 Knotts Picnic Area
0 mi from route
Road Ranger
0 mi from route
Rest Area
0 mi from route
Coke County Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.3 mi from route
TA
1.9 mi from route
Service Plaza
2.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
2.5 mi from route
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 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 107.4 — 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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FM 582 / East Lake Street
Turn right onto FM 582 / East Lake Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
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~0m in
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FM 582; FM 1433 / North 7th Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto FM 582; FM 1433 / North 7th Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
38.3 mi into trip
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~44m in
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US 83 / South Getty Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 83 / South Getty Street
Navigation decision point
4
40.8 mi into trip
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~47m in
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TX 55 / East Antonio Street
Turn left onto TX 55 / East Antonio Street
Navigation decision point
4
107.4 mi into trip
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~2h 5m in
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US 377; TX 55 / East Main Street
Turn left onto US 377; TX 55 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$58.23 one way
$116.45 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
149 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $65.04 | $130.07 |
| premium | $4.23 | $70.71 | $141.42 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $80.27 | $160.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$58
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 148.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 127.5 | 1 | $44.64 | $20.40 |
| Efficient EV | 106.3 | 1 | $37.20 | $17.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 170 | 2 | $59.51 | $27.21 |
Gas CO2
149 kg
EV CO2
50 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.
Origin
Crystal City, TX
Late night in Crystal City on Monday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
ESE 5 to 10 mph
27% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 16 at 8:42PM CDT until July 17 at 6:38AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 16 at 8:37PM CDT until July 18 at 3:00PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Late night in Lubbock on Monday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSE 10 mph
23% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 16 at 8:42PM CDT until July 17 at 6:38AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 16 at 8:37PM CDT until July 18 at 3:00PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio 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
8 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
7h 48m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience on this 425.1-mile journey, with 84% of the drive taking place on major roadways like US 277 and US Highway 87 North. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 82.6 miles on US 277, offering a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. While the overall profile is a consistent highway drive, the transition from the southern portion of Texas to the northern plains will subtly shift the landscape. This route prioritizes forward momentum over winding scenic byways.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 82.6 mi on US 277.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 277 and US Highway 87 North. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near FM 582 / East Lake Street.
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 17 significant decision points across 425.1 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 (FM 582 / East Lake Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (FM 582; FM 1433 / North 7th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 38.3 miles (US 83 / South Getty Street): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
3,203 ft
560 ft
Total Climb
3,403 ft
Total Descent
760 ft
Highest Point
3,203 ft
~425.1 mi in
Elevation Range
2,643 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Crystal City, TX
Full guide →Top landmarks
- • Crystal City Internment Camp — building in Crystal City, Zavala 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 7h 48m. Total distance: 425.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 48m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 82.6 miles on US 277. 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.
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. There are 9 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (FM 582 / East Lake Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (FM 582; FM 1433 / North 7th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 38.3 miles (US 83 / South Getty Street): Navigation decision point.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.8 hours each way, a round trip means 15.6 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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