Origin
Hereford, TX
Late night in Hereford on Tuesday
Local time
3:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hereford, 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
1h 57m
Distance
101.2 mi
163 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hereford, TX
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Lubbock, TX
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 110-mile drive from Hereford, TX, to Lubbock, TX, is easily managed as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 43 minutes. Your journey will primarily utilize West 1st Street, South 25 Mile Avenue, and North Main Street, with no significant highway driving. With a projected fuel cost of around $17, this route offers an economical way to travel between two points within the Great Plains region. Since there are no scheduled stops and the drive is relatively short, you'll have plenty of flexibility for when you depart and how often you choose to pause. This route is best suited for those prioritizing efficiency over scenic detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.6 miles from Hereford, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 385 | 42.4 mi | 44m |
| US 84 | 33.5 mi | 35m |
| South 25 Mile Avenue | 21.1 mi | 31m |
| East Delano Avenue | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Avenue Q | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West 1st Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 19th Street | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 385
— 42.4 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hereford, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on this road
242 ft
·
19 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto US 60
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
West 1st Street
3
Turn left onto US 385
21 mi
·
31 min
·
South 25 Mile Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 385
21 mi
·
22 min
·
US 385
5
Turn straight onto North Main Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
North Main Street
6
Continue on US 385
5.8 mi
·
5 min
·
US 385
7
Turn straight onto US 385
16 mi
·
16 min
·
US 385
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 385; Loop 430
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Delano Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto US 84
34 mi
·
35 min
·
US 84
10
Merge onto US 84
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Avenue Q
11
Turn left onto US 62; TX 114
33 ft
·
0 sec
·
19th Street
12
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
Given the short 1-hour and 43-minute duration and 110-mile length of this drive, you have the flexibility to leave whenever it suits you best. With a fuel cost estimated at $17, it's an affordable excursion. Plan to take advantage of the short distance by making spontaneous stops if you see anything of interest, as there are no designated stops on this route. Since it's a 'Turn-heavy local drive,' staying alert and following your GPS closely will be key to navigating the numerous directional changes efficiently. Ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you depart Hereford, as the 0% highway share means you won't encounter many services along the way.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.6 miles from Hereford, TX, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.4 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 22 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.6 miles or 1h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lubbock, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Hereford, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hereford, TX
This is one driving day of about 101.2 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Hereford, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 385 for about 42.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.6 miles from Hereford, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 101.2 — 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
|
US 60 / West 1st Street
Turn right onto US 60 / West 1st Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.5 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 385 / South 25 Mile Avenue
Turn left onto US 385 / South 25 Mile Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
64.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
US 385; Loop 430 / East Delano Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 385; Loop 430 / East Delano Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
66.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
US 84
Turn left onto US 84
Navigation decision point
4
101.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
|
US 62; TX 114 / 19th Street
Turn left onto US 62; TX 114 / 19th Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.29 one way
$30.58 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $16.74 | $33.48 |
| premium | $4.54 | $18.07 | $36.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.34 | $44.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.63 | $4.86 |
| Efficient EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.86 | $4.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.5 | 0 | $14.17 | $6.48 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Late night in Lubbock on Tuesday
Local time
3:56 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
3 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
1h 57m 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 the entirety of this 110-mile trip, as indicated by the 0% highway share. This means you'll be navigating a series of local roads, including West 1st Street, South 25 Mile Avenue, and North Main Street, rather than cruising on a high-speed interstate. The lack of a longest uninterrupted stretch suggests frequent intersections and changes in direction, requiring your consistent attention. The profile 'Turn-heavy local drive' accurately captures the nature of this route, offering a direct but engaging experience as you transition from Hereford to Lubbock.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.4 mi on US 385.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 385 and US 84. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 60 / West 1st Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hereford, TX to Lubbock, TX is easy. At 1h 57m with 75% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 60 / West 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 385 / South 25 Mile Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 64.2 miles (US 385; Loop 430 / East Delano Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Hereford, TX
Full guide →Hereford is a city of 14,600 people (2019) in the High Plains of the Texas Panhandle.
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 1h 57m. Total distance: 101.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 42.4 miles on US 385. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 60 / West 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 385 / South 25 Mile Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 64.2 miles (US 385; Loop 430 / East Delano Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lubbock, TX before heading back.
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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