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Trip from Midlothian, TX to Lubbock, TX

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 51m

Distance

341 mi

549 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$52

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 39m ★
6 AM
5h 52m
8 AM
6h 18m
10 AM
6h 1m
12 PM
5h 58m
3 PM
6h 2m
5 PM
6h 17m
8 PM
5h 44m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Ellis County, Texas, United States

Midlothian, TX

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county seat of Lubbock County, Texas, United States

Lubbock, TX

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Trip Overview

This 341-mile journey from Midlothian, TX, to Lubbock, TX, is a straightforward drive across the Great Plains, manageable as a single day trip. Expect to spend approximately 5 hours and 51 minutes on the road, with a projected fuel cost of around $52. The primary routes guiding you will be the Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway and US 84, with a significant portion also utilizing West US Highway 287. Given its length and duration, this route is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to arrive in Lubbock with time to spare. The consistent landscape of the Great Plains defines the overall feel of this Texas-to-Texas adventure.

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

170.5 miles from Midlothian, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 56m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway 194.1 mi 3h 17m
US 84 74.5 mi 1h 14m
West US Highway 287 29 mi 31m
Highway 84 20 mi 19m
East Highway 84 6.8 mi 6m
Slaton Road 4.9 mi 6m
Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway 4.6 mi 4m
Avenue Q South Drive 2.9 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway — 194.1 mi, about 3h 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Midlothian, TX and Lubbock, TX.

1

Start on North 8th Street

56 ft · 5 sec · North 8th Street
2

Turn right onto US 287 Bus

0.3 mi · 30 sec · West Avenue G
3

Continue on US 287 Bus

1.0 mi · 1 min · West Main Street
4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward US 287 North: Fort Worth
5

Continue on US 287

29 mi · 31 min · West US Highway 287
Use the left lane.
6

Keep slight left at fork onto I 20

4.0 mi · 4 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Toward I 20 West Use the straight lane.
7

Keep slight left at fork onto I 20

190 mi · 3 hr 12 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Toward I 20 West: Abilene Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit onto US 84

0.3 mi · 19 sec · US 84
Exit 238A Toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
9

Keep slight left at fork onto US 84

74 mi · 1 hr 14 min · US 84
10

Turn right onto Loop 46

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Avenue F
11

Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207

0.1 mi · 10 sec · North Avenue F
12

Turn straight onto TX 207

0.4 mi · 38 sec · Ralls Road
13

Turn left onto Spur 575

0.1 mi · 17 sec · East 15th Street
14

Turn right onto US 84

1.0 mi · 1 min · North US Highway 84
15

Continue on US 84

20 mi · 19 min · Highway 84
16

Continue on US 84

4.6 mi · 4 min · Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
17

Continue on US 84

6.8 mi · 6 min · East Highway 84
18

Continue on US 84

4.9 mi · 6 min · Slaton Road
19

Continue on US 84

2.9 mi · 3 min · Avenue Q South Drive
20

Turn right onto US 62; TX 114

33 ft · 0 sec · 19th Street
21

Arrive at destination

US 62; TX 114

Trip Plan

For this 5-hour and 51-minute drive, departing in the morning is your best bet to maximize daylight and allow for a relaxed pace. With only one recommended stop, plan your break strategically, perhaps around the halfway point, to stretch your legs and refuel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 194.1-mile stretch on the Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway, as services might be less frequent. The $52 fuel cost is a reasonable estimate, but always factor in a buffer. Since this is a feasible day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your schedule as needed.

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 170.5 miles from Midlothian, TX, or about 2h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 194.1 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 75 miles or 1h 19m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 170.5 miles or 2h 56m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 47m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lubbock, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Midlothian, 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 Midlothian, TX

This is one driving day of about 341 miles and 5h 51m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 75 miles from Midlothian, 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 Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway for about 194.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Abilene, TX, TX

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Abilene, TX

171 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.

Popular next leg

Abilene, TX to Lubbock, TX

163.5 mi · 2h 52m

Pacing Suggestions

Mineral Wells, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 75 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Abilene, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 170.5 miles from Midlothian, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 194.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Mackenzie Main City Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 341

Lubbock, Texas

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18067752673

Visit website

American Windmill Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 341

Lubbock, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18067478734

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 225.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 287 Bus / West Avenue G

Turn right onto US 287 Bus / West Avenue G

Navigation decision point

7
30.6 mi into trip | ~34m in | I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway toward I 20 West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward I 20 West
7
34.6 mi into trip | ~38m in | I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway toward I 20 West: Abilene

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 20 West: Abilene
6
224.7 mi into trip | ~3h 51m in | US 84

Take the exit onto US 84 toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 238A Toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
4
225.1 mi into trip | ~3h 51m in | US 84

Keep slight left at fork onto US 84

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$51.53 one way

$103.05 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 119 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $56.40 $112.80
premium $4.54 $60.88 $121.77
diesel $5.61 $75.29 $150.58

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$52

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$77–$102

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 119.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 102.3 1 $35.81 $16.37
Efficient EV 85.3 0 $29.84 $13.64
EV Truck/SUV 136.4 1 $47.74 $21.82

Gas CO2

119 kg

EV CO2

40 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Midlothian, TX

Late night in Midlothian on Sunday

Local time

3:46 AM

CDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lubbock, TX

Late night in Lubbock on Sunday

Local time

3:46 AM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

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.

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

20 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

5h 51m 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?

You'll experience a mixed drive on this route, with 39% of the journey taking place on highways. The drive features a considerable stretch of 194.1 miles along the Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway, offering a substantial period of uninterrupted travel. While much of the route follows established highways, expect a blend of faster sections and potentially more local road characteristics as you progress through West Texas. This isn't an entirely monotonous interstate experience, but rather a drive that balances efficient travel with the varied nature of US highway systems.

39% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 194.1 mi on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 287 Bus / West Avenue G.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 341 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 287 Bus / West Avenue G): Navigation decision point; at 30.6 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.6 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Arriving 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.

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 5h 51m. Total distance: 341 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 194.1 miles on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Lubbock, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 287 Bus / West Avenue G): Navigation decision point; at 30.6 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.6 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.9 hours each way, a round trip means 11.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Lubbock, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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