Huntsville to Lubbock is 505 miles and takes about 8h 42m via Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway and US 84, with a fuel budget near $73 and enough daylight to finish in a day if you start early. This trip covers ground across Texas, moving from the Great Plains region to another part of the Great Plains. Given its profile as a long-haul drive, it's best split over two days to avoid fatigue. You'll spend the majority of your time on major highways, making it a straightforward, if lengthy, traverse across the state.
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
252.5 miles from Huntsville, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 23m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
194.1 mi
3h 17m
US 84
74.5 mi
1h 14m
US 190
68.7 mi
1h 8m
US 287
62.8 mi
1h 11m
I 45
61.3 mi
1h 1m
Highway 84
20 mi
19m
East Highway 84
6.8 mi
6m
Slaton Road
4.9 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
— 194.1 mi, about 3h 17m
Traffic on I-20
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 72 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,680 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,135
Quietest
2 AM
~202 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntsville, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on University Avenue
90 ft·11 sec·University Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 190; TX 30
1.2 mi·2 min·11th Street
3
Turn right onto US 190
0.6 mi·1 min·Interstate 45 North
4
Take the ramp onto US 190
69 mi·1 hr 8 min·US 190
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on I 45
61 mi·1 hr 1 min·I 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit onto US 287
63 mi·1 hr 11 min·US 287
Exit 247Toward US 287 North: Waxahachie, Fort WorthUse 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 WestUse 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: AbileneUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto US 84
0.3 mi·19 sec·US 84
Exit 238AToward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
74 mi·1 hr 14 min·US 84
11
Turn right onto Loop 46
1.0 mi·1 min·South Avenue F
12
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207
0.1 mi·10 sec·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·North US Highway 84
16
Continue on US 84
20 mi·19 min·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·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
This 505-mile drive is recommended for two days. To make the most of your time, aim to depart Huntsville early on day one, covering roughly half the distance. This pacing allows for a relaxed second day into Lubbock. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 194.1-mile stretch on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway, as services can be spaced out. Plan for your overnight stop around the halfway point to break up the 8-hour driving duration 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.
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 252.5 miles from Huntsville, TX, or about 4h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 194.1 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 111 miles or 1h 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 252.5 miles or 4h 23m 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 252.5 miles or 4h 23m
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 38m
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 Huntsville, 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.
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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 Huntsville, TX
Aim for roughly 253 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Lubbock, TX
Aim for roughly 253 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 111 miles from Huntsville, 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 194.1 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 388.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 190; TX 30 / 11th Street
Turn left onto US 190; TX 30 / 11th Street
Navigation decision point
8
131.8 mi into trip|~2h 13m in|US 287
Take the exit onto US 287 toward US 287 North: Waxahachie, Fort Worth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 247
Toward US 287 North: Waxahachie, Fort Worth
7
194.6 mi into trip|~3h 24m 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
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198.6 mi into trip|~3h 28m 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
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388.8 mi into trip|~6h 41m 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
$69.17 one way
$138.34 round trip
$3.48/gal25.4 MPG avg177 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.89
$77.26
$154.52
premium
$4.23
$84.00
$168.00
diesel
$4.80
$95.35
$190.71
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$69
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$199–$309
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 176.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $53 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
151.5
1
$53.03
$24.24
Efficient EV
126.3
1
$44.19
$20.20
EV Truck/SUV
202
2
$70.70
$32.32
Gas CO2
177 kg
EV CO2
59 kg (67% 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 Jul 14, 2026
Origin
Huntsville, TX
Late night
in Huntsville on Monday
Local time
12:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
96°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Late night
in Lubbock on Monday
Local time
12:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Mostly Clear
NE 5 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 14 at 4:28AM CDT until July 14 at 7:30AM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 14 at 4:23AM CDT until July 14 at 8:30AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
101°F
Mansfield, TX
167 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.
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
28 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
8h 42m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll be on highways for 59% of this 505-mile drive. The Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway accounts for the longest continuous stretch at 194.1 miles. After this, you'll transition to US 84 and US 190, which will involve more surface road driving. Expect extended periods of rural cruising between towns, with fewer exits compared to a purely interstate experience.
59% 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: 194.1 mi on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
At 8h 42m, this is a long-haul route where pacing matters more than any single turn. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 190; TX 30 / 11th Street.
Driving Effort6/10
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 505 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (US 190; TX 30 / 11th Street): Navigation decision point; at 131.8 miles (US 287): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 194.6 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
3,203 ft334 ft
Total Climb
3,028 ft
Total Descent
195 ft
Highest Point
3,203 ft
~505 mi in
Elevation Range
2,868 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Huntsville, TX to Lubbock, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Worth along the way.
Huntsville is a small city of about 45,000 residents, located in Walker County, part of the Piney Woods region of Texas. Huntsville is famous as the home of Texas hero, General Sam Houston with an enormous statue of Sam Houston next to Interstate 45, it's famous as a prison town, and is also home to Sam Houston State University.
Top landmarks
•Woodland — building in Huntsville, Walker County, Texas
•Steamboat House — historic place in Walker County, Texas
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
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
8h 42m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 194.1 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 253 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: near the start (US 190; TX 30 / 11th Street): Navigation decision point; at 131.8 miles (US 287): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 194.6 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 8.7 hours each way, a round trip means 17.4 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.
