Nolanville to Lubbock is 342.3 miles and takes about 6h 13m via US 84, with a fuel budget near $52 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive keeps you within the Great Plains region for its entirety, making for a straightforward journey across Texas. It's a route best suited for those prioritizing efficiency and covering ground, as it's primarily highway-focused. You'll spend most of your time on major roads, so expect consistent travel speeds and fewer opportunities for spontaneous detours. Consider this trip if you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
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
171.1 miles from Nolanville, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 84
104.9 mi
1h 49m
State Highway 153
69 mi
1h 14m
North US Highway 183
36.9 mi
40m
East Commerce Street
22 mi
25m
Highway 84
20 mi
19m
US 190
12.8 mi
14m
Central Texas Expressway
12.5 mi
13m
State Highway 70
10.4 mi
10m
Longest stretch:
US 84
— 104.9 mi, about 1h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nolanville, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on FM 439 Spur
70 ft·4 sec·West Avenue I
2
Turn right onto FM 439 Spur
0.1 mi·25 sec·North Main Street
3
Turn right onto West Central Texas Expressway
0.3 mi·33 sec·West Central Texas Expressway
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·26 sec
Toward I 14 West, US 190 West
5
Merge onto I 14; US 190
3.7 mi·4 min·Central Texas Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Exit 287Toward FM 3470: Rosewood Drive, Stan Schlueter LoopUse the slight right lane.
7
Turn straight onto West Central Texas Expressway
2.4 mi·2 min·West Central Texas Expressway
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
Toward I 14 West, US 190 West
9
Merge onto I 14; US 190
8.8 mi·9 min·Central Texas Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 190
13 mi·14 min·US 190
Toward US 190 West: LampasasUse the slight left lane.
11
Turn right onto FM 1715
6.4 mi·8 min·FM 1715
12
At end of road, turn left onto FM 580
2.6 mi·2 min·East FM 580
13
Continue on FM 580
1.1 mi·2 min·East Avenue J
14
At end of road, turn right onto US 183; US 190; US 281
0.4 mi·32 sec·North Key Avenue
15
Continue on US 183; US 190; US 281
0.2 mi·14 sec·North US Highway 281
16
Keep slight left at fork onto US 183; US 190
37 mi·40 min·North US Highway 183
17
At end of road, turn left onto US 84; US 183; TX 16
30 mi·34 min·US 84; US 183; TX 16
18
Turn left onto US 67; US 84; US 183; US 377
1.7 mi·2 min·Early Boulevard
19
Continue on US 67; US 84; US 377
22 mi·25 min·East Commerce Street
20
Keep slight right at fork onto US 84; US 283
7.2 mi·8 min·Wallis Avenue
21
Turn right onto TX 153
0.9 mi·1 min·East Walnut Street
22
Continue on TX 153; TX 206
1.0 mi·1 min·West Walnut Street
23
Continue on TX 153
69 mi·1 hr 14 min·State Highway 153
24
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 153
19 ft·0 sec·State Highway 153
25
Turn right onto TX 70
10 mi·10 min·State Highway 70
26
Continue on TX 70
0.8 mi·1 min·Lamar Street
27
Turn left onto Northwest Georgia Avenue
0.1 mi·16 sec·Northwest Georgia Avenue
28
Take the ramp
340 ft·8 sec
Toward I 20 West: Midland
29
Merge onto I 20; US 84
6.0 mi·5 min·I 20; US 84
30
Take the exit onto US 84
0.3 mi·19 sec·US 84
Exit 238AToward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
31
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
74 mi·1 hr 14 min·US 84
32
Turn right onto Loop 46
1.0 mi·1 min·South Avenue F
33
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207
0.1 mi·10 sec·North Avenue F
34
Turn straight onto TX 207
0.4 mi·38 sec·Ralls Road
35
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi·17 sec·East 15th Street
36
Turn right onto US 84
1.0 mi·1 min·North US Highway 84
37
Continue on US 84
20 mi·19 min·Highway 84
38
Continue on US 84
4.6 mi·4 min·Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
39
Continue on US 84
6.8 mi·6 min·East Highway 84
40
Continue on US 84
4.9 mi·6 min·Slaton Road
41
Continue on US 84
2.9 mi·3 min·Avenue Q South Drive
42
Turn right onto US 62; TX 114
33 ft·0 sec·19th Street
43
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
Given the 6h 13m estimated duration, this trip is comfortably achievable in a single day. Aim to depart Nolanville in the morning to allow ample daylight for your 342.3-mile journey to Lubbock. With only one recommended stop, plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or when you need to refuel. The longest stretch without a major road change is over 100 miles on US 84, so ensure your fuel tank is adequately filled before embarking on that segment. The $52 fuel cost is an estimate, so check current prices before you go.
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 171.1 miles from Nolanville, TX, or about 3h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.9 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 75 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 171.1 miles or 3h 14m 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 9m
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 Nolanville, 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 Nolanville, TX
This is one driving day of about 342.3 miles and 6h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 75 miles from Nolanville, 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 84 for about 104.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 28
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 226 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|FM 439 Spur / North Main Street
Turn right onto FM 439 Spur / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.7 mi into trip|~1m in|I 14; US 190 / Central Texas Expressway
Merge onto I 14; US 190 / Central Texas Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
4.4 mi into trip|~5m in
Take the exit toward FM 3470: Rosewood Drive, Stan Schlueter Loop
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 287
Toward FM 3470: Rosewood Drive, Stan Schlueter...
7
16.1 mi into trip|~18m in|US 190
Keep slight left at fork onto US 190 toward US 190 West: Lampasas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 190 West: Lampasas
6
226 mi into trip|~4h 13m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$51.72 one way
$103.44 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg120 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$56.61
$113.23
premium
$4.54
$61.12
$122.23
diesel
$5.61
$75.58
$151.15
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: 119.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
102.7
1
$35.94
$16.43
Efficient EV
85.6
0
$29.95
$13.69
EV Truck/SUV
136.9
1
$47.92
$21.91
Gas CO2
120 kg
EV CO2
40 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Nolanville, TX
Morning
in Nolanville on Tuesday
Local time
10:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Morning
in Lubbock on Tuesday
Local time
10:23 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
5 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
6h 13m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is largely a highway-focused drive, with 85% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 104.9 miles on US 84, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. Expect consistent travel speeds for the majority of this 6h 13m journey. The primary roads include US 84 and State Highway 153, indicating a mix of well-maintained highways that should allow for steady progress across the Texas landscape. While not overly technical, it's a drive where the highway character dominates.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
43 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.9 mi on US 84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and State Highway 153. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near FM 439 Spur / North Main Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 28 significant decision points across 342.3 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: near the start (FM 439 Spur / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (I 14; US 190 / Central Texas Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 13m. Total distance: 342.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 13m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 104.9 miles on US 84. 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 (FM 439 Spur / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (I 14; US 190 / Central Texas Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.2 hours each way, a round trip means 12.4 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.
