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Trip from Glenn Heights, 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 6m

Distance

349.8 mi

563 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$53

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 54m ★
6 AM
6h 7m
8 AM
6h 33m
10 AM
6h 16m
12 PM
6h 13m
3 PM
6h 17m
5 PM
6h 31m
8 PM
5h 59m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Glenn Heights, TX, TX

Glenn Heights, TX

Alfo Medeiros

county seat of Lubbock County, Texas, United States

Lubbock, TX

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Trip Overview

This 349.8-mile journey from Glenn Heights, TX, to Lubbock, TX, will take approximately 6 hours and 6 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing the Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway and US 84, this drive is a straightforward, single-day trip through the Great Plains region of Texas. With a projected fuel cost of around $53, it's an economical option for a quick transit. The route offers a mixed driving experience, making it manageable for one day without feeling overly rushed, allowing you to arrive in Lubbock with time to spare.

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

174.9 miles from Glenn Heights, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 7m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway 219.1 mi 3h 43m
US 84 74.5 mi 1h 14m
Highway 84 20 mi 19m
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway 7.3 mi 8m
East Highway 84 6.8 mi 6m
South Hampton Road 6.7 mi 13m
Slaton Road 4.9 mi 6m
Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway 4.6 mi 4m
Longest stretch: Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway — 219.1 mi, about 3h 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Glenn Heights, TX and Lubbock, TX.

1

Start on South Hampton Road

6.7 mi · 13 min · South Hampton Road
2

Turn left onto Lyndon B Johnson Freeway

0.4 mi · 44 sec · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / left lanes.
3

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 54 sec
4

Merge onto I 20

7.0 mi · 7 min · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Continue on I 20

25 mi · 26 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight left at fork onto I 20

4.0 mi · 4 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Toward I 20 West Use the straight lane.
7

Keep slight left at fork onto I 20

190 mi · 3 hr 12 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Toward I 20 West: Abilene Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit onto US 84

0.3 mi · 19 sec · US 84
Exit 238A Toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
9

Keep slight left at fork onto US 84

74 mi · 1 hr 14 min · US 84
10

Turn right onto Loop 46

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Avenue F
11

Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207

0.1 mi · 10 sec · North Avenue F
12

Turn straight onto TX 207

0.4 mi · 38 sec · Ralls Road
13

Turn left onto Spur 575

0.1 mi · 17 sec · East 15th Street
14

Turn right onto US 84

1.0 mi · 1 min · North US Highway 84
15

Continue on US 84

20 mi · 19 min · Highway 84
16

Continue on US 84

4.6 mi · 4 min · Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
17

Continue on US 84

6.8 mi · 6 min · East Highway 84
18

Continue on US 84

4.9 mi · 6 min · Slaton Road
19

Continue on US 84

2.9 mi · 3 min · Avenue Q South Drive
20

Turn right onto US 62; TX 114

33 ft · 0 sec · 19th Street
21

Arrive at destination

US 62; TX 114

Trip Plan

For this 6-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Glenn Heights to make the most of your day and arrive in Lubbock with ample daylight. With only one recommended stop, you can strategically plan your break along the 349.8-mile route to refuel and stretch your legs. The longest continuous stretch is 219.1 miles, so be prepared for extended periods behind the wheel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during that longer segment, to ensure you have enough to reach your destination comfortably.

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 174.9 miles from Glenn Heights, TX, or about 3h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 219.1 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 27m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 174.9 miles or 3h 7m 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 3m

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 Glenn Heights, 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 Glenn Heights, TX

This is one driving day of about 349.8 miles and 6h 6m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 77 miles from Glenn Heights, 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 Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway for about 219.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Shackelford County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Albany, TX

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

Weatherford, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 77 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Tye, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 174.9 miles from Glenn Heights, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 219.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Mackenzie Main City Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 349.8

Lubbock, Texas

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18067752673

Visit website

American Windmill Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 349.8

Lubbock, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18067478734

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 6.7 and 233.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
6.7 mi into trip | ~13m in | Lyndon B Johnson Freeway

Turn left onto Lyndon B Johnson Freeway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.
5
7.5 mi into trip | ~15m in | I 20 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway

Merge onto I 20 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
39.4 mi into trip | ~49m in | I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway toward I 20 West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward I 20 West
7
43.4 mi into trip | ~53m in | I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway toward I 20 West: Abilene

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 20 West: Abilene
6
233.6 mi into trip | ~4h 6m 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

$52.86 one way

$105.71 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 122 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $57.85 $115.71
premium $4.54 $62.45 $124.91
diesel $5.61 $77.23 $154.46

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: 122.4 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 $36.73 $16.79
Efficient EV 87.5 0 $30.61 $13.99
EV Truck/SUV 139.9 1 $48.97 $22.39

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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Glenn Heights, TX

Late night in Glenn Heights on Sunday

Local time

3:02 AM

CDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lubbock, TX

Late night in Lubbock on Sunday

Local time

3:02 AM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

76°F

Albany, TX

175 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

8 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 6m 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 mixed drive on this route, with 31% of your travel time spent on highways. You'll encounter the Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway for a significant, uninterrupted stretch of 219.1 miles, offering a consistent pace. The route transitions between major roadways like US 84 and Highway 84, providing a varied driving experience that isn't just monotonous interstate cruising. This combination of highway and other main roads keeps the journey engaging for its 6-hour duration.

31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 219.1 mi on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.7 miles in near Lyndon B Johnson Freeway.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 349.8 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 6.7 miles (Lyndon B Johnson Freeway): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.5 miles (I 20 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.4 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in Glenn Heights, TX

Full guide →

Founded 1969

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 6m. Total distance: 349.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 6m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 219.1 miles on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway. 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 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 6.7 miles (Lyndon B Johnson Freeway): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.5 miles (I 20 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.4 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.1 hours each way, a round trip means 12.2 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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