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Trip from Lubbock, TX to Cienegas Terrace, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 30m
Distance
355.7 mi
572 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 18m
★
6 AM
6h 30m
8 AM
6h 55m
10 AM
6h 39m
12 PM
6h 36m
3 PM
6h 40m
5 PM
6h 53m
8 PM
6h 23m
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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Cienegas Terrace, TX
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Trip Overview
Lubbock, TX to Cienegas Terrace, TX is 355.7 miles and takes about 6h 30m via US 277 and US Highway 87, with a fuel budget near $53 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive keeps you within the vast Great Plains region for its entirety, traversing Texas. Expect a straightforward trip with a high percentage of highway driving, making it a solid choice for a single-day excursion. The route is designed for efficient travel, allowing you to reach your destination without extensive planning.
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
177.8 miles from Lubbock, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 3m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 277 | 145.7 mi | 2h 41m |
| William B Crooker Memorial Highway | 52.1 mi | 52m |
| US Highway 87 | 51.2 mi | 51m |
| US 87 | 32.3 mi | 37m |
| North US Highway 87 | 18.1 mi | 18m |
| South US Highway 87 | 18.1 mi | 18m |
| US Highway 87 South | 14.6 mi | 14m |
| Tahoka Highway | 4.4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
US 277
— 145.7 mi, about 2h 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lubbock, TX and Cienegas Terrace, 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
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Avenue Q
3
Turn left onto 34th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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34th Street
4
Turn right onto Interstate 27
263 ft
·
5 sec
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Interstate 27
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
6
Merge onto I 27; US 87
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
7
Continue on I 27; US 87
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Tahoka Highway
8
Continue on US 87
51 mi
·
51 min
·
US Highway 87
9
Continue on US 87
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lubbock Highway
10
Continue on US 87
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Lynn Avenue
11
Continue on US 87; US 180
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Dallas Avenue
12
Continue on US 87; US 180
18 mi
·
18 min
·
South US Highway 87
13
Continue on US 87
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
William Crooker Highway
14
Continue on US 87
18 mi
·
18 min
·
North US Highway 87
15
Continue on US 87
52 mi
·
52 min
·
William B Crooker Memorial Highway
16
Continue on US 87; TX 158; TX 163
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
4th Street
17
Continue on US 87
15 mi
·
14 min
·
US Highway 87 South
18
Continue on US 87
32 mi
·
37 min
·
US 87
19
Take the exit onto US 277
60 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
US 277
Toward US 277 South: Eldorado
20
Turn left onto US 277; Loop 467
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Crockett Avenue
21
Turn right onto US 277
22 mi
·
24 min
·
US 277
22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 277
64 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
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US 277
23
Turn left onto US 90; US 277; US 377
3.4 mi
·
5 min
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Veterans Boulevard
24
Turn right onto West 15th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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West 15th Street
25
Continue on Gulick Road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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Gulick Road
26
Turn left onto Johnson Boulevard
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Johnson Boulevard
27
Turn right onto Cienegas Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Cienegas Road
28
At end of road, turn right onto Park Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Drive
29
Turn right onto Mesa Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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Mesa Drive
30
Arrive at destination
Mesa Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 6.5-hour estimated drive time, leaving Lubbock in the morning is your best bet to complete this 355.7-mile trip in one day. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey; however, plan for your longest stretch of 145.7 miles on US 277 to be covered before you might need to refuel. The fuel cost is estimated at $53, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before departing. Pay attention to the transition from highway to surface roads as you near Cienegas Terrace.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 177.8 miles from Lubbock, TX, or about 3h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 145.7 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 78 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 177.8 miles or 3h 3m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cienegas Terrace, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lubbock, TX
This is one driving day of about 355.7 miles and 6h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 78 miles from Lubbock, 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 277 for about 145.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
178 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 78 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 177.8 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 277 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 145.7 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.
US-87 Knotts Picnic Area
0 mi from route
Road Ranger
0 mi from route
Rest Area
0 mi from route
Coke County Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.3 mi from route
TA
1.9 mi from route
Service Plaza
2.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
2.5 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 websiteUnidad Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Halfway reset
4.9 mi from route
~12 min detour
San Angelo, Texas
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+13256574279
Visit websiteAviation House
5.0
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Halfway reset
4.7 mi from route
~12 min detour
San Angelo, Texas
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 355 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 84 / Avenue Q
Turn left onto US 84 / Avenue Q
Navigation decision point
4
1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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34th Street
Turn left onto 34th Street
Navigation decision point
4
201.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 30m in
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US 277
Take the exit onto US 277 toward US 277 South: Eldorado
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 277 South: Eldorado
4
284.2 mi into trip
|
~5h 4m in
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US 277
Keep slight right at fork onto US 277
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
355 mi into trip
|
~6h 27m in
|
Park Drive
At end of road, turn right onto Park Drive
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$48.72 one way
$97.44 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
125 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $54.42 | $108.84 |
| premium | $4.23 | $59.17 | $118.33 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $67.16 | $134.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 124.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 106.7 | 1 | $37.35 | $17.07 |
| Efficient EV | 88.9 | 1 | $31.12 | $14.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 142.3 | 1 | $49.80 | $22.76 |
Gas CO2
124 kg
EV CO2
42 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
Lubbock, TX
Late night in Lubbock on Monday
Local time
12:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSE 5 to 10 mph
22% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 19 at 2:25PM CDT until July 21 at 12:08AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 19 at 2:23PM CDT until July 22 at 11:17AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Destination
Cienegas Terrace, TX
Late night in Cienegas Terrace on Monday
Local time
12:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
92°F
Partly Sunny
SE 5 to 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 19 at 2:25PM CDT until July 21 at 12:08AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 19 at 2:23PM CDT until July 22 at 11:17AM 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
1 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
6h 30m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Amistad National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
An oasis in the desert, Amistad National Recreation Area consists of the US portion of the International Amistad Reservoir. Amistad, a Spanish word meaning "friendship," is known for excellent water-b...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 343.4
Park Closure: Diablo East Marina Cove, Scuba Cove, and Walkway Access Are Closed
Caution: Help Prevent Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Infestation
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend most of your time on the highway, with 79% of this 355.7-mile route being high-speed roads. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 145.7 miles along US 277, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent driving. After the highway segments, you'll transition to surface roads for the remaining portion of your trip.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 145.7 mi on US 277.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 277 and William B Crooker Memorial Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 84 / Avenue Q.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 30m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 14 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 84 / Avenue Q): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (34th Street): Navigation decision point; at 201.7 miles (US 277): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
3,203 ft
960 ft
Total Climb
429 ft
Total Descent
2,672 ft
Highest Point
3,203 ft
Elevation Range
2,243 ft
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 Cienegas Terrace, TX
Full guide →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 6h 30m. Total distance: 355.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 30m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 145.7 miles on US 277. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 10 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 is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Cienegas Terrace, 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 1 meaningful breaks. There are 10 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 84 / Avenue Q): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (34th Street): Navigation decision point; at 201.7 miles (US 277): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes — Amistad National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.5 hours each way, a round trip means 13.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Cienegas Terrace, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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