Rest Area US-84 US-283
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Trip from Lubbock, TX to Bellaire, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 24, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
9h 38m
Distance
522.8 mi
841 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$78
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
9h 30m
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6 AM
9h 38m
8 AM
9h 56m
10 AM
9h 44m
12 PM
9h 43m
3 PM
9h 45m
5 PM
9h 55m
8 PM
9h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lubbock, TX
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Bellaire, TX
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Trip Overview
Lubbock, TX to Bellaire, TX is 522.8 miles and takes about 9h 38m via US Highway 84 and US Highway 290 West, with a fuel budget near $77 and enough daylight to finish in a day, though an overnight is recommended. This long-haul drive stays within Texas, traversing parts of the Great Plains region. With a recommended two days for the trip, you'll have ample time to break up the 9.5-hour driving time. Expect a mix of highway cruising and more rural state road travel. This route is best suited for those who don't mind spending a significant portion of their day behind the wheel.
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
261.4 miles from Lubbock, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 41m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 84 | 73.9 mi | 1h 14m |
| State Highway 153 | 69 mi | 1h 14m |
| US Highway 290 West | 66.8 mi | 1h 16m |
| US 183 | 50.3 mi | 55m |
| East US Highway 290 | 41.5 mi | 48m |
| South US Highway 183 | 35.3 mi | 38m |
| West Austin Street | 32.9 mi | 36m |
| US Highway 84 East | 29.2 mi | 33m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 84
— 73.9 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lubbock, TX and Bellaire, TX.
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Start on US 62; TX 114
33 ft
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6 sec
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19th Street
2
Turn left onto US 84
2.9 mi
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3 min
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Avenue Q
3
Continue on US 84
4.8 mi
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6 min
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Slaton Road
4
Continue on US 84
6.9 mi
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6 min
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East Highway 84
5
Continue on US 84
4.5 mi
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4 min
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Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
6
Continue on US 84
20 mi
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20 min
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East Highway 84
7
Continue on US 84
1.0 mi
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1 min
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North US Highway 84
8
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi
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16 sec
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East 15th Street
9
Turn right onto TX 207
0.4 mi
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37 sec
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Ralls Road
10
Turn straight onto TX 207
1.1 mi
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2 min
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North Avenue F
11
At end of road, turn left onto US 84
74 mi
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1 hr 14 min
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US Highway 84
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
6.5 mi
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6 min
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US 84
Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi
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18 sec
Exit 244
Toward SH 70 South, SH 70 Business: Sweetwater, San Angelo
14
Turn slight left onto Southwest Georgia Avenue
0.1 mi
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16 sec
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Southwest Georgia Avenue
15
Turn right onto TX 70
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Lamar Street
16
Continue on TX 70
10 mi
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10 min
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State Highway 70
17
Turn left onto TX 153
69 mi
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1 hr 14 min
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State Highway 153
18
Continue on TX 153
1.0 mi
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1 min
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West Walnut Street
19
Continue on TX 153
0.9 mi
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1 min
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East Walnut Street
20
At end of road, turn left onto US 84; US 283
9.4 mi
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10 min
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US 84; US 283
21
Continue on US 67; US 84
21 mi
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24 min
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US 67; US 84
22
Turn right onto US 84; US 183
1.3 mi
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1 min
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Garmon Drive
23
Continue on US 84; US 183
29 mi
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33 min
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US Highway 84 East
24
Turn right onto US 183; TX 16
22 mi
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25 min
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US 183; TX 16
25
Continue on US 183; US 190
15 mi
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15 min
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US 183; US 190
26
Merge onto US 183; US 190; US 281
260 ft
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4 sec
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North US Highway 281
27
Continue on US 183; US 190; US 281
2.3 mi
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4 min
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North Key Avenue
28
Continue on US 183
35 mi
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38 min
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South US Highway 183
29
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
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29 sec
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this road
30
Keep slight left at fork onto 183A Toll
14 mi
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14 min
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183A Toll Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Continue on US 183
13 mi
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15 min
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US 183
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Take the exit
1.0 mi
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2 min
Toward TX Toll 290 East: Houston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Merge onto 290 Toll
5.7 mi
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5 min
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Manor Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Continue on US 290
42 mi
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48 min
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East US Highway 290
35
Continue on US 290
33 mi
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36 min
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West Austin Street
36
Take the exit onto US 290
0.3 mi
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38 sec
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US 290
Toward US 290 East, TX 36 South: Houston, Bellville
37
Merge onto US 290; TX 36
67 mi
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1 hr 16 min
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US Highway 290 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38
Merge onto I 610
5.9 mi
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7 min
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West Loop North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
39
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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31 sec
Exit 6
Toward Bellaire Boulevard, Evergreen Street
Use the slight right lane.
40
Turn straight onto West Loop South Frontage Road
0.1 mi
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14 sec
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West Loop South Frontage Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
41
Turn left onto Bellaire Boulevard
351 ft
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20 sec
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Bellaire Boulevard
42
Turn left onto West Loop South Frontage Road
28 ft
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0 sec
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West Loop South Frontage Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
43
Arrive at destination
West Loop South Frontage Road
Trip Plan
Given the 9.5-hour estimated drive time, splitting this trip over two days is highly recommended to avoid fatigue. Aim to depart early in the morning on your first day to maximize daylight hours for your initial leg. Plan for about two stops along the way for fuel and rest. The longest stretch without significant exits is on US Highway 84, so ensure you have enough fuel before embarking on that segment. Consider stopping for the night around the halfway point to make the second day's drive more manageable and enjoyable.
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 261.4 miles from Lubbock, TX, or about 4h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.9 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 115 miles or 1h 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 261.4 miles or 4h 41m 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 261.4 miles or 4h 41m
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 8h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bellaire, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lubbock, 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 Lubbock, TX
Aim for roughly 261 miles and 4.8 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Bellaire, TX
Aim for roughly 261 miles and 4.8 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 115 miles from Lubbock, 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 US Highway 84 for about 73.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
173 mi into the route
Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch
This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.
Second major stop
Overnight candidate
345 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in San Antonio, TXOvernight Options
Night 1
261 mi · about 4.8h in
A practical overnight split lands near Kempner, TX after about 261 miles or 4.8 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 115 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 261.4 miles from Lubbock, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 84 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.9 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 261 miles or 4.8 hours on the road.
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.
Llano Estacado Picnic Area
0 mi from route
San Saba Picnic Area
0 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.1 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Elgin Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
290 Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Eagles Landing Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.3 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.3 mi from route
Rest Area
2.2 mi from route
Mackenzie Main City Park
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
1.6 mi from route
~4 min detour
Lubbock, Texas
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+18067752673
Visit websiteExitusVR
4.9
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.8 mi from route
~4 min detour
Houston, Texas
+17133440525
Visit websiteAmerican Windmill Museum
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
1.8 mi from route
~5 min detour
Lubbock, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+18067478734
Visit websiteThe Escape Game Houston (Galleria)
5.0
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Houston, Texas
Hours: 8 am–12 pm
+17136365541
Visit websiteHouston Area Live Steamers
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
3.2 mi from route
~8 min detour
Hockley, Texas
Visit websiteZube Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, ~9 min detour
Home stretch
3.7 mi from route
~9 min detour
Hockley, Texas
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+12813538100
Visit websiteHouston Zoo
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, ~10 min detour
Home stretch
4.2 mi from route
~10 min detour
Houston, Texas
Hours: 9 am–5 pm
+17135336500
Visit websitePioneer Farms
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Later in the drive, ~10 min detour
Final third
4.2 mi from route
~10 min detour
Austin, Texas
Hours: 10 am–2 pm
+15128371215
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 215 decision points cluster between mile 115.7 and 522.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
115.7 mi into trip
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~1h 59m in
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US 84
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84 toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
6
122.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
Take the exit toward SH 70 South, SH 70 Business: Sweetwater, San Angelo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 244
Toward SH 70 South, SH 70 Business: Sweetwater,...
6
340.8 mi into trip
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~6h 9m in
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183A Toll / 183A Toll Road
Keep slight left at fork onto 183A Toll / 183A Toll Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
522.4 mi into trip
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~9h 37m in
Take the exit toward Bellaire Boulevard, Evergreen Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 6
Toward Bellaire Boulevard, Evergreen Street
7
522.8 mi into trip
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~9h 38m in
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West Loop South Frontage Road
Turn left onto West Loop South Frontage Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$78.48 one way
$156.96 round trip
$3.81/gal
25.4 MPG avg
183 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $86.84 | $173.68 |
| premium | $4.57 | $93.96 | $187.92 |
| diesel | $6.28 | $129.18 | $258.35 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.00
183A Toll Road
(14.3 mi)
$1.00
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$78
Tolls
$1
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$209–$319
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 182.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $55 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 156.8 | 1 | $54.89 | $25.09 |
| Efficient EV | 130.7 | 1 | $45.75 | $20.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 209.1 | 2 | $73.19 | $33.46 |
Gas CO2
183 kg
EV CO2
61 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.
Origin
Lubbock, TX
Late night in Lubbock on Saturday
Local time
4:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Mostly Clear
S 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Bellaire, TX
Late night in Bellaire on Saturday
Local time
4:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Mostly Cloudy
NE 5 mph
1% chance
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.
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
12 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
9h 38m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is primarily highway cruising, with 86% of the route on major roads like US Highway 84 and US Highway 290 West. You'll experience a longest stretch of 73.9 miles on US Highway 84, offering extended periods of consistent driving. The remaining portion will be on surface roads, likely with more frequent intersections and a change in speed limits. Be prepared for a noticeable shift when you transition from the faster highway sections to these more local roads.
86% 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: 73.9 mi on US Highway 84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 84 and State Highway 153. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 115.7 miles in near US 84.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 522.8 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 115.7 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 122.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 340.8 miles (183A Toll / 183A Toll Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
3,203 ft
52 ft
Total Climb
0 ft
Total Descent
3,151 ft
Highest Point
3,203 ft
Elevation Range
3,151 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.
Between Lubbock, TX and Bellaire, TX, road signs point toward Sh 70 South, Sh 70 Business: Sweetwater, San Angelo, Tx Toll 290 East: Houston and Bellville.
Sh 70 South
122.2 mi in
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~2h 6m
Sh 70 Business: Sweetwater
122.2 mi in
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~2h 6m
San Angelo
122.2 mi in
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~2h 6m
Tx Toll 290 East: Houston
368.3 mi in
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~6h 39m
Bellville
449.5 mi in
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~8h 12m
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via US 290
About the Cities
Starting in Lubbock, TX
Full guide →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
Arriving in Bellaire, TX
Full guide →Founded 1918
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 73.9 miles on US Highway 84. 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 261 miles on day one.
Expect about $1.00 in tolls one way, starting with 183A Toll Road. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 19 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.
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 Bellaire, 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. There are 19 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 115.7 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 122.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 340.8 miles (183A Toll / 183A Toll Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 9.6 hours each way, a round trip means 19.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Bellaire, 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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