Origin
Grape Creek, TX
Morning in Grape Creek on Tuesday
Local time
10:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grape Creek, 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
3h 15m
Distance
188.7 mi
304 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 4m
★
6 AM
3h 16m
8 AM
3h 40m
10 AM
3h 24m
12 PM
3h 22m
3 PM
3h 25m
5 PM
3h 38m
8 PM
3h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grape Creek, TX
Emilio Sánchez Hernández
Lubbock, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 189.4-mile drive from Grape Creek, TX to Lubbock, TX is a manageable one-day trip, taking about 2 hours and 55 minutes. You'll primarily be on Grape Creek Road and US 87, with a short section of Highway 87 North. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $29. Given its relatively short duration and the fact that it's a turn-heavy local drive, you won't need to split this into an overnight stay. Both Grape Creek and Lubbock are situated within the Great Plains region, so expect a landscape consistent with that environment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
94.4 miles from Grape Creek, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 87 North | 69.6 mi | 1h 10m |
| North US Highway 87 | 66.4 mi | 1h 6m |
| South US Highway 87 | 18.1 mi | 18m |
| US 87 | 15.8 mi | 16m |
| Tahoka Highway | 4.4 mi | 4m |
| William Crooker Highway | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| Avenue Q | 2 mi | 2m |
| South Lynn Avenue | 1.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 87 North
— 69.6 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grape Creek, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on Mustang Avenue
83 ft
·
5 sec
·
Mustang Avenue
2
Turn right onto Grape Creek Road
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Grape Creek Road
3
Turn right onto US 87 Frontage Road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 87 Frontage Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
5
Merge onto US 87
18 mi
·
17 min
·
US Highway 87 North
6
Continue on US 87
16 mi
·
16 min
·
US 87
7
Turn straight onto US 87; TX 158; TX 163
52 mi
·
52 min
·
US Highway 87 North
8
Continue on US 87
15 mi
·
15 min
·
North US Highway 87
9
Continue on US 87
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
William Crooker Highway
10
Continue on US 87
18 mi
·
18 min
·
South US Highway 87
11
Continue on US 87; US 180
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Dallas Avenue
12
Continue on US 87; US 180
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Lynn Avenue
13
Continue on US 87
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lubbock Highway
14
Continue on US 87
51 mi
·
51 min
·
North US Highway 87
15
Continue on I 27; US 87
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Tahoka Highway
16
Continue on I 27; US 87
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward 50th Street
18
Turn straight onto Interstate 27
236 ft
·
6 sec
·
Interstate 27
19
Turn left onto FM 835
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
50th Street
20
Turn right onto US 84
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Avenue Q
21
Turn right onto US 62; TX 114
33 ft
·
0 sec
·
19th Street
22
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
Starting your 189.4-mile journey from Grape Creek to Lubbock in the morning will give you ample time to reach your destination and settle in. With a duration of under three hours, you can easily complete this drive in a single day, making it ideal for a flexible departure. Factor in the $29 fuel cost and plan for one stop, perhaps midway through your drive on US 87, to refuel or stretch your legs. Pay close attention to the road signs as you transition between Grape Creek Road and US 87; these turns are a key characteristic of this route.
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 94.4 miles from Grape Creek, TX, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.6 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 42 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 94.4 miles or 1h 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 39m
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 Grape Creek, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Grape Creek, TX
This is one driving day of about 188.7 miles and 3h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Grape Creek, 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 Highway 87 North for about 69.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
94 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 94.4 miles from Grape Creek, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 87 North if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69.6 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 185.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Grape Creek Road
Turn right onto Grape Creek Road
Navigation decision point
4
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 87 Frontage Road
Turn right onto US 87 Frontage Road
Navigation decision point
3
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
1.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 87 / US Highway 87 North
Merge onto US 87 / US Highway 87 North
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
185.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 11m in
Take the exit toward 50th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward 50th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.51 one way
$57.03 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
66 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $31.21 | $62.42 |
| premium | $4.54 | $33.69 | $67.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.66 | $83.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56.6 | 0 | $19.81 | $9.06 |
| Efficient EV | 47.2 | 0 | $16.51 | $7.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 75.5 | 0 | $26.42 | $12.08 |
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Morning in Lubbock on Tuesday
Local time
10:42 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
2 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
3h 15m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 189.4-mile route. With a 0% highway share, you won't encounter long stretches of high-speed interstate driving. Instead, this journey will feel more like navigating local roads, with frequent turns and changes in speed. The drive transitions from Grape Creek Road onto US 87, and then briefly onto Highway 87 North as you approach Lubbock. There isn't a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, suggesting a continuous need for attention to navigation and road conditions.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 69.6 mi on US Highway 87 North.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 87 North and North US Highway 87. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Grape Creek Road.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Grape Creek, TX to Lubbock, TX is easy. At 3h 15m with 90% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Grape Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (US 87 Frontage Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point.
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 3h 15m. Total distance: 188.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 69.6 miles on US Highway 87 North. 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.
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 (Grape Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (US 87 Frontage Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.5 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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