Origin
Hallsville, TX
Morning in Hallsville on Sunday
Local time
9:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hallsville, 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
8h 17m
Distance
483.7 mi
778 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$73
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
8h 10m
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6 AM
8h 18m
8 AM
8h 33m
10 AM
8h 23m
12 PM
8h 22m
3 PM
8h 24m
5 PM
8h 32m
8 PM
8h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hallsville, TX
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Lubbock, TX
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Trip Overview
Hallsville, TX to Lubbock, TX is 483.7 miles and takes about 8h 17m via Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway and I-20, with a fuel budget near $73 and an overnight recommendation. This journey takes you across the vast Great Plains region of Texas, offering a straightforward drive with a significant portion on major highways. It's a practical route for getting from East Texas to the South Plains, characterized by its open landscapes. Planning for an overnight stop is wise, as the drive is substantial and allows for a more relaxed pace and better enjoyment of the scenery. This trip is best suited for those prioritizing efficient travel between these two points within Texas.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
241.8 miles from Hallsville, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway | 219.1 mi | 3h 43m |
| I 20 | 123.9 mi | 2h 5m |
| US 84 | 74.5 mi | 1h 14m |
| Lyndon B Johnson Freeway | 22 mi | 23m |
| Highway 84 | 20 mi | 19m |
| East Highway 84 | 6.8 mi | 6m |
| 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 Hallsville, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on FM 450
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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South Central Street
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 20
3
Merge onto I 20
105 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight left at fork onto I 20
19 mi
·
20 min
·
I 20
Toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 20
22 mi
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23 min
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Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 20
25 mi
·
26 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
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.
8
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.
9
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
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
74 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
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US 84
11
Turn right onto Loop 46
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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South Avenue F
12
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
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North Avenue F
13
Turn straight onto TX 207
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Ralls Road
14
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
East 15th Street
15
Turn right onto US 84
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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North US Highway 84
16
Continue on US 84
20 mi
·
19 min
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Highway 84
17
Continue on US 84
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
18
Continue on US 84
6.8 mi
·
6 min
·
East Highway 84
19
Continue on US 84
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Slaton Road
20
Continue on US 84
2.9 mi
·
3 min
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Avenue Q South Drive
21
Turn right onto US 62; TX 114
33 ft
·
0 sec
·
19th Street
22
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
Given the 8-hour 17-minute duration, this trip is best split over two days to avoid fatigue. Aim to depart Hallsville in the morning, allowing you to cover a significant portion of the route before stopping for the night. Consider breaking the journey roughly in half, perhaps around the Abilene area, to ensure you have ample time to rest. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer stretches; while the estimated fuel cost is $73, local gas station availability can vary, so refueling when you see a good opportunity is advisable. For this particular route, be aware that large sections of the Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway and I-20 are quite open, so plan your stops accordingly.
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 241.8 miles from Hallsville, TX, or about 4h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 219.1 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 106 miles or 1h 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 241.8 miles or 4h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 241.8 miles or 4h 10m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 14m
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 Hallsville, 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.
+
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.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hallsville, TX
Aim for roughly 242 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Lubbock, TX
Aim for roughly 242 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 106 miles from Hallsville, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks 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.
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
242 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Stephenville, TXOvernight Options
Night 1
242 mi · about 4.1h in
A practical overnight split lands near Stephenville, TX after about 242 miles or 4.1 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 106 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 241.8 miles from Hallsville, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 219.1 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 242 miles or 4.1 hours on the road.
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 135 decision points cluster between mile 2.4 and 367.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.4 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 20
Merge onto I 20
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
107 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
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I 20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 20 toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
7
173.3 mi into trip
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~3h 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
177.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 4m in
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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
367.4 mi into trip
|
~6h 17m 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
$73.09 one way
$146.18 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
169 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $80.00 | $160.00 |
| premium | $4.54 | $86.36 | $172.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $106.79 | $213.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$73
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$203–$313
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 169.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $51 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 145.1 | 1 | $50.79 | $23.22 |
| Efficient EV | 120.9 | 1 | $42.32 | $19.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 193.5 | 2 | $67.72 | $30.96 |
Gas CO2
169 kg
EV CO2
57 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.
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Morning in Lubbock on Sunday
Local time
9:24 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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
8h 17m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is a mixed drive, with 51% of it being on highways, suggesting a good balance between faster travel and potentially more varied road types. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch on the Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway, covering 219.1 miles, which offers a chance for sustained forward progress. As you travel, expect the character of the drive to shift from the initial highway segments to other main roads like I-20 and US 84, providing a dynamic driving experience across Texas. This blend means you'll encounter both efficient interstate cruising and potentially more local road sections as you approach your destination.
51% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 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?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in near I 20.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 483.7 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 2.4 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 107 miles (I 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 173.3 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
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).
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.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 242 miles on day one.
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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 107 miles (I 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 173.3 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 8.3 hours each way, a round trip means 16.6 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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