If you are planning to travel the 406.9 miles from Hearne to Lubbock, expect a journey of approximately 6 hours and 33 minutes. This trip is well-suited for a single day of driving, though you should prepare for a long stint behind the wheel. Budgeting about $62 for fuel will cover your primary costs for the transit. You will remain within the Great Plains region for the duration of the trip, transitioning between Texas towns. Since the route is primarily a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight interstate shot, your focus will be essential throughout the day. It is a straightforward trip that serves its purpose for reaching the High Plains, provided you are prepared for a full day of travel.
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
209 miles from Hearne, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 53m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
West US Highway 84
103.5 mi
1h 54m
US 84
74.5 mi
1h 14m
State Highway 153
69 mi
1h 14m
North State Highway 6
43.6 mi
43m
East Commerce Street
22 mi
25m
Highway 84
20 mi
19m
State Highway 70
10.4 mi
10m
East State Highway 6
9.1 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
West US Highway 84
— 103.5 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hearne, TX and Lubbock, TX.
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Start on US 79; TX 6
1.4 mi·1 min·South Market Street
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Continue on US 79; TX 6
0.3 mi·22 sec·North State Highway 6
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Keep slight right at fork onto TX 6
5.8 mi·5 min·North State Highway 6
4
Continue on TX 6
2.2 mi·3 min·South Main Street
5
Continue on TX 6
37 mi·37 min·North State Highway 6
6
Continue on TX 6
2.2 mi·2 min·South Memorial Street
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Continue on TX 6
9.1 mi·9 min·East State Highway 6
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Take the exit onto TX 6
0.3 mi·35 sec·TX 6
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Turn left onto TX 6; Loop 340
8.4 mi·10 min·East Loop 340
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.1 mi·15 sec
11
Turn straight onto West Loop 340
0.1 mi·15 sec·West Loop 340
12
Keep slight left at fork onto West Loop 340
0.6 mi·1 min·West Loop 340
13
Turn left onto West Waco Drive
212 ft·4 sec·West Waco Drive
14
Continue on Woodway Drive
0.2 mi·25 sec·Woodway Drive
15
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward US 84
16
Merge onto US 84
6.6 mi·8 min·George W Bush Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Continue on US 84
5.2 mi·5 min·West US Highway 84
18
Continue on US 84
2.8 mi·4 min·East McGregor Drive
19
Continue on US 84
98 mi·1 hr 48 min·West US Highway 84
Use the straight lane.
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Continue on US 84; US 183
1.2 mi·1 min·Garmon Drive
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Turn left onto US 67; US 84; US 183; US 377
1.7 mi·2 min·Early Boulevard
22
Continue on US 67; US 84; US 377
22 mi·25 min·East Commerce Street
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Keep slight right at fork onto US 84; US 283
7.2 mi·8 min·Wallis Avenue
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Turn right onto TX 153
0.9 mi·1 min·East Walnut Street
25
Continue on TX 153; TX 206
1.0 mi·1 min·West Walnut Street
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Continue on TX 153
69 mi·1 hr 14 min·State Highway 153
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Keep slight right at fork onto TX 153
19 ft·0 sec·State Highway 153
28
Turn right onto TX 70
10 mi·10 min·State Highway 70
29
Continue on TX 70
0.8 mi·1 min·Lamar Street
30
Turn left onto Northwest Georgia Avenue
0.1 mi·16 sec·Northwest Georgia Avenue
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Take the ramp
340 ft·8 sec
Toward I 20 West: Midland
32
Merge onto I 20; US 84
6.0 mi·5 min·I 20; US 84
33
Take the exit onto US 84
0.3 mi·19 sec·US 84
Exit 238AToward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
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Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
74 mi·1 hr 14 min·US 84
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Turn right onto Loop 46
1.0 mi·1 min·South Avenue F
36
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207
0.1 mi·10 sec·North Avenue F
37
Turn straight onto TX 207
0.4 mi·38 sec·Ralls Road
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Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi·17 sec·East 15th Street
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Turn right onto US 84
1.0 mi·1 min·North US Highway 84
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Continue on US 84
20 mi·19 min·Highway 84
41
Continue on US 84
4.6 mi·4 min·Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
42
Continue on US 84
6.8 mi·6 min·East Highway 84
43
Continue on US 84
4.9 mi·6 min·Slaton Road
44
Continue on US 84
2.9 mi·3 min·Avenue Q South Drive
45
Turn right onto US 62; TX 114
33 ft·0 sec·19th Street
46
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
To manage the 6.5-hour duration comfortably, aim to depart early in the morning to maximize daylight for the local road segments. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh, as the turn-heavy nature of the drive can be more mentally fatiguing than an interstate route. Keep your $62 fuel budget accessible, and consider topping off your tank before leaving Hearne to avoid uncertainty in smaller towns. Since the entire route is composed of local roads, keep a close watch on changing speed limits as you pass through various jurisdictions. Being flexible with your pace is your biggest advantage here, so do not hesitate to pull over if you need a break from the frequent turns.
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 209 miles from Hearne, TX, or about 3h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 103.5 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 92 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 209 miles or 3h 53m 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 30m
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 Hearne, 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 Hearne, TX
This is one driving day of about 418.1 miles and 7h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 92 miles from Hearne, 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 West US Highway 84 for about 103.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 23
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 301.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.7 mi into trip|~1m in|TX 6 / North State Highway 6
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 6 / North State Highway 6
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
58.8 mi into trip|~1h 1m in|TX 6; Loop 340 / East Loop 340
Turn left onto TX 6; Loop 340 / East Loop 340
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
67.4 mi into trip|~1h 12m in|West Loop 340
Keep slight left at fork onto West Loop 340
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
68.5 mi into trip|~1h 14m in|US 84 / George W Bush Parkway
Merge onto US 84 / George W Bush Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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301.8 mi into trip|~5h 34m 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
$63.18 one way
$126.35 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg146 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$69.15
$138.30
premium
$4.54
$74.65
$149.30
diesel
$5.61
$92.31
$184.62
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$63
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 146.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $44 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
125.4
1
$43.90
$20.07
Efficient EV
104.5
1
$36.58
$16.72
EV Truck/SUV
167.2
2
$58.53
$26.76
Gas CO2
146 kg
EV CO2
49 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 19, 2026
Origin
Hearne, TX
Morning
in Hearne on Tuesday
Local time
7:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Morning
in Lubbock on Tuesday
Local time
7:03 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
15 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
7h 34m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a very different experience than a standard interstate cruise, as this route consists of 0% highway share. You will navigate primarily via Highway 6, South Main Street, and South Memorial Street, which translates to a turn-heavy local drive profile. Because this path relies on local roads, the pace is dictated by town transitions and intersections rather than high-speed highway cruising. You will need to stay alert for frequent adjustments to your speed and direction. This is a hands-on driving experience where the road requires your constant attention rather than allowing you to settle into a monotonous, long-distance rhythm.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
46 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 103.5 mi on West US Highway 84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West US Highway 84 and US 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near TX 6 / North State Highway 6.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 418.1 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: at 1.7 miles (TX 6 / North State Highway 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 58.8 miles (TX 6; Loop 340 / East Loop 340): Lane positioning matters here; at 67.4 miles (West Loop 340): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 34m. Total distance: 418.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 34m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 103.5 miles on West US Highway 84. 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 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 1.7 miles (TX 6 / North State Highway 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 58.8 miles (TX 6; Loop 340 / East Loop 340): Lane positioning matters here; at 67.4 miles (West Loop 340): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.6 hours each way, a round trip means 15.1 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.
