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Trip from Lewisville, TX to Lubbock, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 53m
Distance
323.7 mi
521 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 41m
★
6 AM
5h 54m
8 AM
6h 20m
10 AM
6h 3m
12 PM
6h 0m
3 PM
6h 4m
5 PM
6h 19m
8 PM
5h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lewisville, TX
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Lubbock, TX
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Trip Overview
This 323.7-mile journey from Lewisville, TX, to Lubbock, TX, is a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 53 minutes. You'll spend most of your time on US Highway 82 West and North US Highway 287, with 96% of the route being highway driving. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $49. This route is a classic Great Plains traverse, offering a direct path across the state. It's a practical option for those looking to cover ground efficiently, with only one recommended stop needed along the way.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
161.9 miles from Lewisville, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 82 West | 93.5 mi | 1h 38m |
| North US Highway 287 | 71.8 mi | 1h 14m |
| US 82 | 49.1 mi | 55m |
| US Highway 82 | 33.5 mi | 35m |
| West Highway 82 | 24.4 mi | 25m |
| US Highway 380 West | 21.5 mi | 24m |
| North Stemmons Freeway | 16.2 mi | 17m |
| West University Drive | 3.4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 82 West
— 93.5 mi, about 1h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lewisville, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on South Mill Street
367 ft
·
16 sec
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South Mill Street
2
Turn left onto West Church Street
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
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West Church Street
3
Continue on West Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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West Main Street
4
Turn right onto North Stemmons Freeway
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
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North Stemmons Freeway
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward I 35E North, US 77 North
6
Merge onto I 35E
16 mi
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16 min
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North Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 35; US 77
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
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I 35; US 77
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 469
Toward US 380: University Drive
9
Turn straight onto North Interstate 35
0.4 mi
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47 sec
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North Interstate 35
10
Turn left onto US 380
3.4 mi
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4 min
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West University Drive
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Continue on US 380
22 mi
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24 min
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US Highway 380 West
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
13
Merge onto US 81; US 287
72 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
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North US Highway 287
14
Take the exit onto US 82
49 mi
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54 min
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US 82
Toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abilene
15
Take the exit onto US 82
0.4 mi
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52 sec
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US 82
Toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock
16
Turn right onto US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 82
17
Continue on US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
0.6 mi
·
45 sec
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North Main Street
18
Turn right onto US 82; TX 114
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East California Street
19
Continue on US 82; TX 114
93 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
US Highway 82 West
20
Continue on US 82; TX 114
24 mi
·
25 min
·
West Highway 82
21
Continue on US 82; TX 114
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
22
Continue on US 82; TX 114
7.3 mi
·
7 min
·
US Highway 82
23
Continue on US 82; TX 114
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Street
24
Continue on US 82; TX 114
25 mi
·
26 min
·
US Highway 82
25
Continue on US 62; TX 114
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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Idalou Road
Toward US 62, TX 114
26
Continue on US 62; TX 114
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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East 19th Street
27
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
Given the 5 hour and 53 minute duration, this trip is best tackled as a single-day adventure, so consider an early morning departure from Lewisville to maximize your daylight hours. The recommended single stop is a good opportunity to refuel and stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch of 93.5 miles on US Highway 82 West, as services can sometimes be spread out on these highways. This straightforward drive offers flexibility, so you can adjust your pace as needed.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 161.9 miles from Lewisville, TX, or about 2h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.5 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 71 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 161.9 miles or 2h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 48m
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 Lewisville, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lewisville, TX
This is one driving day of about 323.7 miles and 5h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Lewisville, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 82 West for about 93.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
162 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 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 161.9 miles from Lewisville, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 82 West if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93.5 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.
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Crosby County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Wise County Northbound
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
QuikTrip
1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.1 mi from route
Texas Travel Information Center at Wichita Falls
2.1 mi from route
TA
2.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
2.2 mi from route
Maniac’s Mansion (TAG’s)
4.9
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, short detour
Early stretch
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Wichita Falls, Texas
Hours: 5–9 pm
+19402575543
Visit websiteMuseum of North Texas History
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, short detour
Early stretch
1.1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Wichita Falls, Texas
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+19403227628
Visit websiteMackenzie 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 websiteAmerican 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 websiteJake's Hilltop Park
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, ~9 min detour
3.5 mi from route
~9 min detour
Flower Mound, Texas
Hours: 6 am–9 pm
+19728746000
Visit websiteAndrew Brown Park West
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, ~11 min detour
4.6 mi from route
~11 min detour
Coppell, Texas
Hours: 7 am–11 pm
+19724625100
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 163.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Church Street
Turn left onto West Church Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 35E / North Stemmons Freeway
Merge onto I 35E / North Stemmons Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
17.3 mi into trip
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~19m in
Take the exit toward US 380: University Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 469
Toward US 380: University Drive
5
114.9 mi into trip
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~2h 5m in
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US 82
Take the exit onto US 82 toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abilene
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abile...
5
163.6 mi into trip
|
~3h in
|
US 82
Take the exit onto US 82 toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.34 one way
$88.67 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
113 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $49.52 | $99.05 |
| premium | $4.23 | $53.84 | $107.69 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $61.12 | $122.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 97.1 | 1 | $33.99 | $15.54 |
| Efficient EV | 80.9 | 0 | $28.32 | $12.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 129.5 | 1 | $45.32 | $20.72 |
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 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.
Origin
Lewisville, TX
Late night in Lewisville on Tuesday
Local time
4:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
92°F
Mostly Sunny
S 5 to 15 mph
9% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 10:45AM CDT until July 17 at 1:45PM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 10:31AM CDT until July 18 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Late night in Lubbock on Tuesday
Local time
4:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 to 15 mph
29% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 10:45AM CDT until July 17 at 1:45PM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 10:31AM CDT until July 18 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
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
7 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
5h 53m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a largely highway-focused experience on this route, with 96% of your drive utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 93.5 miles on US Highway 82 West, offering a significant period of consistent travel. You'll primarily be on US Highway 82 West and North US Highway 287, which are designed for steady progress. This profile means you'll likely experience a consistent driving pace for the majority of the 5-hour, 53-minute trip.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 93.5 mi on US Highway 82 West.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 82 West and North US Highway 287. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Church Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 53m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (I 35E / North Stemmons Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
3,203 ft
520 ft
Total Climb
2,811 ft
Total Descent
129 ft
Highest Point
3,203 ft
~323.7 mi in
Elevation Range
2,682 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Lewisville, TX to Lubbock, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Abilene along the way.
Abilene
114.9 mi in
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~2h 5m
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via US 82
About the Cities
Starting in Lewisville, TX
Full guide →Lewisville is a city in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex in Denton County in the state of Texas.
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 5h 53m. Total distance: 323.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 93.5 miles on US Highway 82 West. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 16 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 16 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (I 35E / North Stemmons Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.9 hours each way, a round trip means 11.8 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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