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Trip from Lubbock, TX to Wichita Falls, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 49m
Distance
210.3 mi
338 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 37m
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6 AM
3h 50m
8 AM
4h 15m
10 AM
3h 58m
12 PM
3h 56m
3 PM
4h 0m
5 PM
4h 14m
8 PM
3h 42m
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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Wichita Falls, TX
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Trip Overview
Lubbock to Wichita Falls is 210 miles and takes about 3 hours 49 minutes via US Highway 82, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward drive between two Texas cities. With a recommended one-day trip, you'll find yourself on a mix of highway and surface roads, making it a practical option for a quick transit. Expect to spend a little over three and a half hours on the road, so plan for a relatively easy travel day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
105.2 miles from Lubbock, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 53m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 5th Street | 93.5 mi | 1h 38m |
| US 82 | 48.1 mi | 53m |
| US Highway 82 | 33.2 mi | 34m |
| Idalou Road | 24.7 mi | 26m |
| Parkway Drive | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| West California Street | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| Marsha Sharp Freeway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Avenue Q | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
5th Street
— 93.5 mi, about 1h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lubbock, TX and Wichita Falls, TX.
1
Start on US 62; TX 114
33 ft
·
5 sec
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19th Street
2
Turn right onto US 84
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Avenue Q
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto Marsha Sharp Freeway
366 ft
·
7 sec
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Marsha Sharp Freeway
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward US 82 East
5
Merge onto Marsha Sharp Freeway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Marsha Sharp Freeway
6
Continue on US 82
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Parkway Drive
7
Continue on US 62; US 82; TX 114
25 mi
·
26 min
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Idalou Road
8
Continue on US 82; TX 114
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Street
9
Continue on US 82; TX 114
7.3 mi
·
7 min
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US Highway 82
10
Continue on US 82; TX 114
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
11
Continue on US 82; TX 114
24 mi
·
25 min
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US Highway 82
12
Continue on US 82; TX 114
94 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
5th Street
13
Continue on US 82; TX 114
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West California Street
14
Turn left onto US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
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North Main Street
15
Continue on US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 82
16
Take the exit onto US 82
48 mi
·
53 min
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US 82
Toward US 82 East, US 183 North, US 277 North, US 283 North: Wichita Falls
17
Keep slight left at fork onto US 277
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 277
Toward US 277 North, US 281 North, US 287 North: Lawton
18
Merge onto US 277; US 281; US 287
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Lloyd Ruby Overpass
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward 6th Street, MPEC
20
Turn straight onto Spur 479
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
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6th Street
21
Turn right onto US 287 Bus
98 ft
·
1 sec
·
Scott Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
US 287 Bus
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour 49-minute duration, this is comfortably a one-day trip, so aim for an early start from Lubbock to maximize daylight. You'll have one recommended stop, so consider breaking up the drive around the halfway point, especially during the 93.5-mile stretch on 5th Street. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $33, and it's always wise to top off before heading into longer stretches without services. Since the drive is manageable within a single day, you have flexibility in your departure time and stop planning.
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 105.2 miles from Lubbock, TX, or about 1h 53m 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 46 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105.2 miles or 1h 53m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wichita Falls, 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 210.3 miles and 3h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 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 5th Street for about 93.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
105 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 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 105.2 miles from Lubbock, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before 5th Street 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.
Crosby County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.8 mi from route
Texas Travel Information Center at Wichita Falls
1.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
1.6 mi from route
Maniac’s Mansion (TAG’s)
4.9
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.1 mi from route
Wichita Falls, Texas
Hours: 5–9 pm
+19402575543
Visit websiteMuseum of North Texas History
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.1 mi from route
Wichita Falls, Texas
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+19403227628
Visit websiteMackenzie 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 209.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 84 / Avenue Q
Turn right onto US 84 / Avenue Q
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
1 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Marsha Sharp Freeway
Turn right onto Marsha Sharp Freeway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
160.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 52m in
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US 82
Take the exit onto US 82 toward US 82 East, US 183 North, US 277 North, US 283 North: Wichita Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 82 East, US 183 North, US 277 North,...
6
208.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 46m in
|
US 277
Keep slight left at fork onto US 277 toward US 277 North, US 281 North, US 287 North: Lawton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 277 North, US 281 North, US 287 North...
5
209.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 48m in
Take the exit toward 6th Street, MPEC
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward 6th Street, MPEC
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.80 one way
$57.61 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
74 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $32.17 | $64.35 |
| premium | $4.23 | $34.98 | $69.96 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $39.71 | $79.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.1 | 0 | $22.08 | $10.09 |
| Efficient EV | 52.6 | 0 | $18.40 | $8.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 84.1 | 1 | $29.44 | $13.46 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Evening in Lubbock on Saturday
Local time
6:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Mostly Clear
E 5 mph
4% chance
Live forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 13 at 11:37PM CDT until July 14 at 1:30AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 13 at 11:25PM CDT until July 16 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Destination
Wichita Falls, TX
Evening in Wichita Falls on Saturday
Local time
6:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Mostly Clear
E 3 to 8 mph
10% chance
Live forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 13 at 11:37PM CDT until July 14 at 1:30AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 13 at 11:25PM CDT until July 16 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa 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
2 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
3h 49m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is about 41% highway, meaning you'll experience stretches of both higher-speed driving and more local road conditions. The longest continuous segment on surface roads covers 93.5 miles on 5th Street, so be prepared for that extended period of local cruising. You'll transition between the efficiency of US Highway 82 and the more varied pace of surface streets, with the highway portion likely offering fewer immediate exits and more consistent speeds.
41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 93.5 mi on 5th Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 49m drive. You will face about 10 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): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (Marsha Sharp Freeway): Lane positioning matters here; at 160.4 miles (US 82): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
3,203 ft
949 ft
Total Climb
39 ft
Total Descent
2,293 ft
Highest Point
3,203 ft
Elevation Range
2,254 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 Wichita Falls, TX
Full guide →Wichita Falls is a town in the North Central Plains of Texas, named for Wichita Indians who lived near waterfalls on what is now the Wichita River. In 1882, Fort Worth and Denver Railroad brought the first train to the area, establishing the town as an agricultural and trade center. The oil boom in the early 1900s made city headquarters for north Texas petroleum production, service and manufacturing. The city is the seat for Wichita County and a leading gateway to Texas on I-44. It's a major trade and industrial center with economy based on Sheppard Air Force Base, oil processing and other varied manufacturing.
Top landmarks
- • Newby-McMahon Building — building in Wichita Falls, Texas
- • Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum — American professional wrestling hall of fame and museum in Wichita Falls, Texas
- • The Kell House — house
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 3h 49m. Total distance: 210.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (41%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 93.5 miles on 5th Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 6 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): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (Marsha Sharp Freeway): Lane positioning matters here; at 160.4 miles (US 82): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Wichita Falls, 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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