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Trip from Lubbock, TX to Buda, 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
7h 3m
Distance
387.1 mi
623 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 53m
★
6 AM
7h 4m
8 AM
7h 26m
10 AM
7h 12m
12 PM
7h 9m
3 PM
7h 13m
5 PM
7h 25m
8 PM
6h 57m
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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Buda, TX
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Trip Overview
Lubbock, TX to Buda, TX is 387.1 miles and takes about 7h 3m via US Highway 84, US 183, with a fuel budget near $58 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive will take you across Texas, starting in the Great Plains region and ending in the same, covering a total of 387.1 miles. With 86% of the drive on highways, expect a relatively straightforward journey with minimal time spent on slower, local roads. This route is best suited for a single day of driving, making it a practical option for those looking to cover ground efficiently.
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
193.5 miles from Lubbock, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 23m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 84 | 73.9 mi | 1h 14m |
| State Highway 153 | 69 mi | 1h 14m |
| US 183 | 48.6 mi | 53m |
| South US Highway 183 | 35.3 mi | 38m |
| US Highway 84 East | 29.2 mi | 33m |
| East Highway 84 | 26.9 mi | 26m |
| US 67 | 21.5 mi | 24m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 17.1 mi | 20m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 84
— 73.9 mi, about 1h 14m
Traffic on I-35
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 16 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~4,613 veh/hr typical
Quietest
3 AM
~854 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
5.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 51 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 Lubbock, TX and Buda, TX.
1
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
·
6 min
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Slaton Road
4
Continue on US 84
6.9 mi
·
6 min
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East Highway 84
5
Continue on US 84
4.5 mi
·
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
·
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
·
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
·
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
·
1 hr 14 min
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State Highway 153
18
Continue on TX 153
1.0 mi
·
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
·
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
·
4 sec
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North US Highway 281
27
Continue on US 183; US 190; US 281
2.3 mi
·
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
·
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
12 mi
·
13 min
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US 183
32
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 35 South: San Antonio
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Merge onto I 35
2.5 mi
·
3 min
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Purple Heart Trail
34
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35; US 290
15 mi
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17 min
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Purple Heart Trail
Toward 32nd Street, Dean Keeton Street
Use the slight left lane.
35
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 221
Toward Main Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Turn straight onto South Interstate 35
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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South Interstate 35
37
Continue on South Interstate 35
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
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South Interstate 35
Use the straight / right lanes.
38
Turn right onto North Main Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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North Main Street
39
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the 7h 3m estimated drive time, starting your journey from Lubbock, TX early in the morning is advisable to ensure you reach Buda, TX with plenty of daylight. With only 2 planned stops suggested, you can be strategic about when you refuel and take breaks, especially considering the longest stretch without services is 73.9 miles on US Highway 84. The fuel cost is estimated at $58, so be sure to factor that into your budget. This is a manageable one-day drive, so you have flexibility in your timing and can adjust your stops as needed.
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 193.5 miles from Lubbock, TX, or about 3h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.9 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 85 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 193.5 miles or 3h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Buda, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lubbock, TX
This is one driving day of about 387.1 miles and 7h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 85 miles from Lubbock, 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 Highway 84 for about 73.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
194 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 85 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 193.5 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.
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
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Eagles Landing Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.3 mi from route
Marlstone Retail Center
1.5 mi from route
QuikTrip
1.7 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 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 websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 115.7 and 384.2 — 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
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~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
369.6 mi into trip
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~6h 41m in
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I 35; US 290 / Purple Heart Trail
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35; US 290 / Purple Heart Trail toward 32nd Street, Dean Keeton Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward 32nd Street, Dean Keeton Street
7
384.2 mi into trip
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~6h 58m in
Take the exit toward Main Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 221
Toward Main Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.02 one way
$106.04 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
135 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $59.22 | $118.45 |
| premium | $4.23 | $64.39 | $128.78 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $73.09 | $146.18 |
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
$53
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$79–$104
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 135.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 116.1 | 1 | $40.65 | $18.58 |
| Efficient EV | 96.8 | 1 | $33.87 | $15.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 154.8 | 1 | $54.19 | $24.77 |
Gas CO2
135 kg
EV CO2
45 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
Night in Lubbock on Monday
Local time
9:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSE 10 mph
23% chance
Live forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 11:42PM CDT until July 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 10:46PM CDT until July 17 at 3:45AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Destination
Buda, TX
Night in Buda on Monday
Local time
9:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Mostly Cloudy
SSE 5 mph
14% chance
Live forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 11:42PM CDT until July 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 10:46PM CDT until July 17 at 3:45AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio 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
8 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 3m 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?
This is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 86% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll spend most of your time on US Highway 84 and US 183, offering a consistent pace for much of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 73.9 miles on US Highway 84, providing a solid block of driving without frequent stops. While the route is largely highway, there are brief segments on State Highway 153, which might offer a slight change in scenery or road type before rejoining the main arteries. Expect a steady, direct experience behind the wheel.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
39 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?
8/10
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
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 16 significant decision points across 387.1 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
Gently rolling terrain
3,203 ft
709 ft
Total Climb
410 ft
Total Descent
2,904 ft
Highest Point
3,203 ft
Elevation Range
2,494 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 Buda, TX, road signs point toward Sh 70 South, Sh 70 Business: Sweetwater and San Angelo.
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
About the Cities
Starting 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
Arriving in Buda, TX
Full guide →Founded 1881
Top landmarks
- • Downtown Buda Historic District — historic district in Buda, Hays 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 3m. Total distance: 387.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 3m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
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.
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 14 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 Buda, 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 14 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 7.1 hours each way, a round trip means 14.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Buda, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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