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Trip from Lubbock, TX to Ozona, 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
4h 23m
Distance
227.8 mi
367 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 10m
★
6 AM
4h 24m
8 AM
4h 50m
10 AM
4h 33m
12 PM
4h 30m
3 PM
4h 34m
5 PM
4h 49m
8 PM
4h 16m
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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Ozona, TX
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Trip Overview
Lubbock to Ozona is 227.8 miles and takes about 4h 23m via TX 137 and US Highway 87, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. You'll be traveling primarily through the Great Plains region of Texas. This is a mostly highway drive, making it a straightforward and efficient trip. With a recommended one-day duration, it's a solid option for a quick transit between these two Texas locations without needing an overnight stay.
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
113.9 miles from Lubbock, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TX 137 | 51.5 mi | 1h 16m |
| US Highway 87 | 51.2 mi | 51m |
| Main Street | 35.6 mi | 38m |
| Ranch Road 33 | 21.8 mi | 23m |
| South US Highway 87 | 18.7 mi | 19m |
| North US Highway 87 | 18.1 mi | 18m |
| William B Crooker Memorial Highway | 13.5 mi | 13m |
| Tahoka Highway | 4.4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
TX 137
— 51.5 mi, about 1h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lubbock, TX and Ozona, TX.
1
Start on US 62; TX 114
33 ft
·
6 sec
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19th Street
2
Turn left onto US 84
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
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
13 mi
·
13 min
·
William B Crooker Memorial Highway
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward RM 33 South
17
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
this road
Toward RM 33 South
18
Turn straight onto South US Highway 87
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South US Highway 87
19
Turn right onto RM 33
22 mi
·
23 min
·
Ranch Road 33
20
Continue on RM 33
36 mi
·
38 min
·
Main Street
21
Continue on TX 137
34 mi
·
50 min
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TX 137
22
Turn slight right onto TX 137
17 mi
·
25 min
·
TX 137
23
Turn right onto TX 163
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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Texas State Highway 163
24
Continue on TX 163
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Avenue E
25
Turn left onto Loop 466
264 ft
·
7 sec
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11th Street
26
Turn right onto Avenue D
10 ft
·
0 sec
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Avenue D
27
Arrive at destination
Avenue D
Trip Plan
Given this trip is under 5 hours, you can easily complete it in a single day. Aim to leave Lubbock in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. While the drive is manageable without extensive stops, there's one recommended stop along the way. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the 51.5-mile stretch on TX 137, where services might be less frequent. The total fuel cost is estimated at $33, so plan accordingly before departing.
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 113.9 miles from Lubbock, TX, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.5 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 50 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.9 miles or 1h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ozona, 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 227.8 miles and 4h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 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 TX 137 for about 51.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
114 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 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 113.9 miles from Lubbock, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
C&D Olfield Services
0 mi from route
US-87 Knotts Picnic Area
0 mi from route
WTU Electric Service Yard
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
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
Rest Area
2.4 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 websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 227.8 — 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
115 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
Take the exit toward RM 33 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward RM 33 South
4
227.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 23m in
|
Loop 466 / 11th Street
Turn left onto Loop 466 / 11th Street
Navigation decision point
5
227.8 mi into trip
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~4h 23m in
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Avenue D
Turn right onto Avenue D
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.20 one way
$62.40 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $34.85 | $69.70 |
| premium | $4.23 | $37.89 | $75.78 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $43.01 | $86.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.3 | 0 | $23.92 | $10.93 |
| Efficient EV | 57 | 0 | $19.93 | $9.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.1 | 1 | $31.89 | $14.58 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
9:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 5 to 10 mph
38% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 12:27PM CDT until July 20 at 3:00AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 9:55AM CDT until July 19 at 11:00AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Destination
Ozona, TX
Night in Ozona on Monday
Local time
9:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Partly Sunny
SSE 15 mph
7% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 12:27PM CDT until July 20 at 3:00AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 9:55AM CDT until July 19 at 11:00AM 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
4 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
4h 23m 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?
This drive is predominantly on highways, with 62% of the route utilizing them. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 51.5 miles on TX 137 before transitioning to other roads. Expect a rural cruising feel for much of the 227.8 miles, with the highway sections offering a consistent pace. The final portion of your trip will involve surface streets, including Main Street, as you arrive in Ozona.
62% 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: 51.5 mi on TX 137.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 137 and US Highway 87. 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.
This is a straightforward 4h 23m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 115 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
3,203 ft
2,351 ft
Total Climb
231 ft
Total Descent
1,083 ft
Highest Point
3,203 ft
Elevation Range
852 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 Lubbock, TX to Ozona, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Rm 33 South along the way.
Rm 33 South
115 mi in
|
~1h 58m
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 Ozona, TX
Full guide →Founded 1891
Ozona, "The Biggest Little Town in the World," is an unincorporated town in Texas, about an hour south-west of San Angelo. It is the county seat (in fact, sole town) of Crockett County.
Top landmarks
- • Crockett County Courthouse — historic place in Ozona, Crockett 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 4h 23m. Total distance: 227.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 51.5 miles on TX 137. 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 115 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Ozona, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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