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Trip from La Grange, TX to Lubbock, TX

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

7h 51m

Distance

434 mi

698 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$66

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
7h 42m ★
6 AM
7h 51m
8 AM
8h 9m
10 AM
7h 58m
12 PM
7h 56m
3 PM
7h 59m
5 PM
8h 9m
8 PM
7h 46m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown La Grange, TX, TX

La Grange, TX

Jeff Stapleton

county seat of Lubbock County, Texas, United States

Lubbock, TX

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Trip Overview

This 434-mile drive from La Grange, TX to Lubbock, TX will take you approximately 7 hours and 51 minutes, making it a feasible one-day trip. You'll primarily be on US 84 and North US Highway 183, with a small portion on State Highway 153. The route is 85% highway, offering a direct path across the heart of Texas, moving from the Great Plains region to another part of the Great Plains. With an estimated fuel cost of $66 and planned stops, this journey is designed for efficiency. It's a straightforward drive focused on covering distance, ideal for those looking to reach their destination without significant detours.

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

217 miles from La Grange, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 1m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 84 104.9 mi 1h 49m
North US Highway 183 72.6 mi 1h 18m
State Highway 153 69 mi 1h 14m
West State Highway 71 Bypass 50.9 mi 55m
East Commerce Street 22 mi 25m
Highway 84 20 mi 19m
US 183 14.6 mi 16m
183A Toll 14.6 mi 14m
Longest stretch: US 84 — 104.9 mi, about 1h 49m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between La Grange, TX and Lubbock, TX.

1

Start on US 77

1.3 mi · 1 min · South Jefferson Street
2

Turn left onto West State Highway 71 Bypass

366 ft · 8 sec · West State Highway 71 Bypass
3

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 35 sec
4

Merge onto TX 71

51 mi · 54 min · West State Highway 71 Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Continue on TX 71

0.3 mi · 20 sec · East State Highway 71
6

Continue on 71 Toll

1.9 mi · 2 min · Bastrop Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Continue on TX 71

2.2 mi · 2 min · East State Highway 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward US 183 North, 183 Toll North: Lampasas Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Merge onto US 183

0.4 mi · 26 sec · Bastrop Highway
10

Continue on 183 Toll

6.2 mi · 6 min · Bergstrom Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on US 183

15 mi · 16 min · US 183
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Continue on 183A Toll

15 mi · 14 min · 183A Toll
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Continue on US 183

36 mi · 38 min · North US Highway 183
14

Continue on US 183

2.3 mi · 4 min · South Key Avenue
15

Continue on US 183; US 190; US 281

0.2 mi · 14 sec · North US Highway 281
16

Keep slight left at fork onto US 183; US 190

37 mi · 40 min · North US Highway 183
17

At end of road, turn left onto US 84; US 183; TX 16

30 mi · 34 min · US 84; US 183; TX 16
18

Turn left onto US 67; US 84; US 183; US 377

1.7 mi · 2 min · Early Boulevard
19

Continue on US 67; US 84; US 377

22 mi · 25 min · East Commerce Street
20

Keep slight right at fork onto US 84; US 283

7.2 mi · 8 min · Wallis Avenue
21

Turn right onto TX 153

0.9 mi · 1 min · East Walnut Street
22

Continue on TX 153; TX 206

1.0 mi · 1 min · West Walnut Street
23

Continue on TX 153

69 mi · 1 hr 14 min · State Highway 153
24

Keep slight right at fork onto TX 153

19 ft · 0 sec · State Highway 153
25

Turn right onto TX 70

10 mi · 10 min · State Highway 70
26

Continue on TX 70

0.8 mi · 1 min · Lamar Street
27

Turn left onto Northwest Georgia Avenue

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Northwest Georgia Avenue
28

Take the ramp

340 ft · 8 sec
Toward I 20 West: Midland
29

Merge onto I 20; US 84

6.0 mi · 5 min · I 20; US 84
30

Take the exit onto US 84

0.3 mi · 19 sec · US 84
Exit 238A Toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
31

Keep slight left at fork onto US 84

74 mi · 1 hr 14 min · US 84
32

Turn right onto Loop 46

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Avenue F
33

Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207

0.1 mi · 10 sec · North Avenue F
34

Turn straight onto TX 207

0.4 mi · 38 sec · Ralls Road
35

Turn left onto Spur 575

0.1 mi · 17 sec · East 15th Street
36

Turn right onto US 84

1.0 mi · 1 min · North US Highway 84
37

Continue on US 84

20 mi · 19 min · Highway 84
38

Continue on US 84

4.6 mi · 4 min · Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
39

Continue on US 84

6.8 mi · 6 min · East Highway 84
40

Continue on US 84

4.9 mi · 6 min · Slaton Road
41

Continue on US 84

2.9 mi · 3 min · Avenue Q South Drive
42

Turn right onto US 62; TX 114

33 ft · 0 sec · 19th Street
43

Arrive at destination

US 62; TX 114

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 7-hour and 51-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from La Grange, TX to ensure you arrive in Lubbock with ample daylight. With only two recommended stops, plan them strategically to break up the 434 miles, perhaps around the halfway point or when you need to refuel. The estimated fuel cost of $66 is a good baseline, but always keep an eye on your gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 104.9 miles on US 84. Given the highway-focused nature, maintaining a consistent speed will be key to staying on schedule.

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 217 miles from La Grange, TX, or about 4h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.9 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 95 miles or 1h 43m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 217 miles or 4h 1m 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 47m

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 La Grange, 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 La Grange, TX

This is one driving day of about 434 miles and 7h 51m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 95 miles from La Grange, 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 US 84 for about 104.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Texas, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brownwood, TX

217 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

Leander, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 95 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brownwood, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 217 miles from La Grange, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 84 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.9 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Mackenzie Main City Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Lubbock, Texas

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18067752673

Visit website

American Windmill Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Lubbock, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18067478734

Visit website

Austin Bat Tours

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

First break 5 mi from route ~12 min detour

Austin, Texas

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 22

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 317.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
1.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | West State Highway 71 Bypass

Turn left onto West State Highway 71 Bypass

Navigation decision point

4
1.3 mi into trip | ~1m in

Take the ramp

Navigation decision point

5
1.6 mi into trip | ~2m in | TX 71 / West State Highway 71 Bypass

Merge onto TX 71 / West State Highway 71 Bypass

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
56.9 mi into trip | ~1h 2m in

Take the exit toward US 183 North, 183 Toll North: Lampasas

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. Toward US 183 North, 183 Toll North: Lampasas
6
317.7 mi into trip | ~5h 51m 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

$65.58 one way

$131.16 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 152 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $71.78 $143.56
premium $4.54 $77.49 $154.98
diesel $5.61 $95.82 $191.64

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$66

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$91–$116

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 151.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $46 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 130.2 1 $45.57 $20.83
Efficient EV 108.5 1 $37.97 $17.36
EV Truck/SUV 173.6 2 $60.76 $27.78

Gas CO2

152 kg

EV CO2

51 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 17, 2026

Origin

La Grange, TX

Morning in La Grange on Tuesday

Local time

11:43 AM

CDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lubbock, TX

Morning in Lubbock on Tuesday

Local time

11:43 AM

CDT

Current temp

89°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 15 to 20 mph 2% chance Live forecast

83°F

Brownwood, TX

217 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.

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

19 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 51m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 434-mile journey, with 85% of the route on main roads like US 84 and North US Highway 183. The personality of this drive is predominantly about steady progress, rather than winding scenic byways. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 104.9 miles on US 84, so be prepared for extended periods of highway cruising. While the landscape may offer changing vistas of the Great Plains, the road itself remains largely consistent in its design, prioritizing efficient travel.

85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
43 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.9 mi on US 84.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and North US Highway 183. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near West State Highway 71 Bypass.

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 22 significant decision points across 434 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 1.3 miles (West State Highway 71 Bypass): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (TX 71 / West State Highway 71 Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

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 La Grange, TX to Lubbock, TX, road signs begin pointing toward 183 Toll North: Lampasas along the way.

183 Toll North: Lampasas

56.9 mi in | ~1h 2m

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 7h 51m. Total distance: 434 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 51m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 104.9 miles on US 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 1.3 miles (West State Highway 71 Bypass): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (TX 71 / West State Highway 71 Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.9 hours each way, a round trip means 15.7 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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