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Trip from Olivarez, TX to Lubbock, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 22, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
11h 13m
Distance
625 mi
1,006 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$94
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
11h 4m
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6 AM
11h 14m
8 AM
11h 34m
10 AM
11h 21m
12 PM
11h 19m
3 PM
11h 22m
5 PM
11h 33m
8 PM
11h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Olivarez, TX
Fernando Capetillo
Lubbock, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Olivarez, TX to Lubbock, TX is 625 miles and takes about 11 hours 13 minutes via I 69C, I 10, and US 84, with a fuel budget near $90 and an overnight stay recommended. This long-haul drive spans across the Great Plains, offering a straightforward path through Texas. It's a trip best suited for those who prefer covering distance efficiently, as much of the route is on major highways. Consider this drive if you're looking for a practical way to get between these two points without significant detours, understanding that it involves considerable time on the road.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
3 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
312.5 miles from Olivarez, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5h 44m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69C | 141.7 mi | 2h 35m |
| I 10 | 98.7 mi | 1h 37m |
| US 84 | 74.5 mi | 1h 14m |
| US 281 | 68.5 mi | 1h 11m |
| Frisco Avenue | 41.9 mi | 44m |
| State Highway 153 | 29.5 mi | 33m |
| North Main Street | 29.3 mi | 30m |
| Highway 84 | 20 mi | 19m |
Longest stretch:
I 69C
— 141.7 mi, about 2h 35m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 28 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~533 veh/hr typical · worst 963
Quietest
3 AM
~94 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
5.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 104 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olivarez, TX and Lubbock, TX.
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Start on FM 88
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5 min
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North Texas Boulevard
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Continue on FM 88
0.5 mi
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51 sec
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South Broadway Street
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Turn left onto TX 107
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9 min
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Edinburg Avenue
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Turn right onto FM 2128
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1 min
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Richardson Road
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Continue on FM 2128
0.5 mi
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40 sec
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East Schunior Street
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Continue on FM 2128
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1 min
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East Richardson Street
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Continue on FM 2128
1.2 mi
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1 min
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East Richardson Road
8
Turn right onto North Expressway 281
181 ft
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3 sec
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North Expressway 281
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
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35 sec
Toward I 69C North, US 281 North
10
Merge onto I 69C; US 281
71 mi
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1 hr 15 min
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I 69C; US 281
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69C; US 281
70 mi
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1 hr 19 min
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I 69C; US 281
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 281
15 mi
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18 min
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Nueces Street
13
Continue on US 281
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15 sec
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US 281
14
Take the exit onto US 281
68 mi
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1 hr 10 min
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US 281
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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27 sec
Exit 140B
Toward Cesar Estrada Chavez Boulevard, Alamodome
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn left onto East César E. Chávez Boulevard
1.4 mi
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3 min
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East César E. Chávez Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
17
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
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31 sec
Toward I 10 West, I 35 North
18
Merge onto I 10; I 35; US 87
93 ft
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1 sec
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South Pan Am Expressway
19
Take the exit onto I 10; US 87
0.9 mi
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1 min
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McDermott Freeway
Exit 156
Toward I 10 West, US 87 North: El Paso
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 87
15 mi
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17 min
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McDermott Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
99 mi
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1 hr 37 min
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I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
22
Take the exit onto US 83
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44 sec
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US 83
Exit 456
Toward US 83 North, US 377: Junction, Menard
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Turn right onto US 83; US 377
29 mi
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30 min
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North Main Street
Use the right lane.
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Continue on US 83
42 mi
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44 min
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Frisco Avenue
25
Continue on US 83
17 mi
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18 min
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Roberts Avenue
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Turn right onto US 67; US 83
387 ft
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18 sec
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Hutchings Avenue
Use the right lane.
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Turn left onto TX 158
6.3 mi
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7 min
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North Broadway Street
Use the left lane.
28
Turn right onto FM 2111
12 mi
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13 min
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FM 2111
29
Turn left onto TX 153
29 mi
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33 min
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State Highway 153
30
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 153
19 ft
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0 sec
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State Highway 153
31
Turn right onto TX 70
10 mi
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10 min
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State Highway 70
32
Continue on TX 70
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Lamar Street
33
Turn left onto Northwest Georgia Avenue
0.1 mi
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16 sec
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Northwest Georgia Avenue
34
Take the ramp
340 ft
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8 sec
Toward I 20 West: Midland
35
Merge onto I 20; US 84
6.0 mi
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5 min
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I 20; US 84
36
Take the exit onto US 84
0.3 mi
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19 sec
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US 84
Exit 238A
Toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
37
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
74 mi
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1 hr 14 min
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US 84
38
Turn right onto Loop 46
1.0 mi
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1 min
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South Avenue F
39
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207
0.1 mi
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10 sec
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North Avenue F
40
Turn straight onto TX 207
0.4 mi
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38 sec
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Ralls Road
41
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi
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17 sec
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East 15th Street
42
Turn right onto US 84
1.0 mi
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1 min
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North US Highway 84
43
Continue on US 84
20 mi
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19 min
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Highway 84
44
Continue on US 84
4.6 mi
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4 min
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Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
45
Continue on US 84
6.8 mi
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6 min
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East Highway 84
46
Continue on US 84
4.9 mi
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6 min
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Slaton Road
47
Continue on US 84
2.9 mi
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3 min
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Avenue Q South Drive
48
Turn right onto US 62; TX 114
33 ft
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0 sec
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19th Street
49
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
With an 11-hour drive time, splitting this trip over two days is highly advisable. Aim to leave early on your first day to maximize daylight for driving. You'll have about 3 stops planned, so pace yourself accordingly, ensuring you refuel before hitting longer stretches like the 141.7 miles on I 69C. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $90, and it’s always wise to top off when you see services. Breaking the drive near the halfway point will make the 625-mile journey more manageable.
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 312.5 miles from Olivarez, TX, or about 5h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 141.7 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 138 miles or 2h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 312.5 miles or 5h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 312.5 miles or 5h 44m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10h 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 Olivarez, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Olivarez, TX
Aim for roughly 313 miles and 5.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Lubbock, TX
Aim for roughly 313 miles and 5.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 138 miles from Olivarez, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 3 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 69C for about 141.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
206 mi into the route
Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch
This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.
Second major stop
Overnight candidate
413 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Live Oak, TXOvernight Options
Night 1
313 mi · about 5.6h in
A practical overnight split lands near Kerrville, TX after about 313 miles or 5.6 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 138 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 312.5 miles from Olivarez, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69C if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 141.7 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 313 miles or 5.6 hours on the road.
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.
Rest Area
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Kerr County Westbound Rest Area
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Brooks County Rest Area
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Llano Estacado Picnic Area
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TA
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Love's Travel Stop
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Love's Travel Stop
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Picnic Area
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Rest Area
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Picnic Area
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Kerr County Eastbound Rest Area
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Picnic Area
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Live Oak County Southbound Rest Area
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Service Plaza
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Scenic View
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Picnic Area
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Love's Travel Stop
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Flying J Travel Center
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Pilot Travel Center
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TA
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Service Plaza
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Eagles Landing Travel Plaza
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QuikTrip
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Picnic Area
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Pilot Travel Center
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Love's Travel Stop
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Picnic Area
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Live Oak County Northbound Rest Area
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Pilot Travel Center
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Service Plaza
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Service Plaza
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Service Plaza
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Flying J Travel Center
1.3 mi from route
Cascade Caverns
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1.5 mi from route
~4 min detour
Boerne, Texas
Hours: 9 am–5 pm
+18307558080
Visit websiteMackenzie Main City Park
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.6 mi from route
~4 min detour
Lubbock, Texas
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+18067752673
Visit websiteAmerican Windmill Museum
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.8 mi from route
~5 min detour
Lubbock, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+18067478734
Visit websiteSchreiner Park
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
2.6 mi from route
~7 min detour
Junction, Texas
+13254463880
Visit websiteGibson Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, ~12 min detour
4.8 mi from route
~12 min detour
Weslaco, Texas
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+19564473407
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 335 decision points cluster between mile 239.2 and 355.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
239.2 mi into trip
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~4h 27m in
Take the exit toward Cesar Estrada Chavez Boulevard, Alamodome
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 140B
Toward Cesar Estrada Chavez Boulevard, Alamodom...
8
241.1 mi into trip
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~4h 31m in
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I 10; US 87 / McDermott Freeway
Take the exit onto I 10; US 87 / McDermott Freeway toward I 10 West, US 87 North: El Paso
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 156
Toward I 10 West, US 87 North: El Paso
6
242 mi into trip
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~4h 32m in
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I 10; US 87 / McDermott Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 87 / McDermott Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
256.6 mi into trip
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~4h 49m in
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I 10; US 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
355.2 mi into trip
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~6h 26m in
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US 83
Take the exit onto US 83 toward US 83 North, US 377: Junction, Menard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 456
Toward US 83 North, US 377: Junction, Menard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$93.82 one way
$187.65 round trip
$3.81/gal
25.4 MPG avg
219 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $103.81 | $207.63 |
| premium | $4.57 | $112.33 | $224.66 |
| diesel | $6.28 | $154.43 | $308.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$94
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$224–$334
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 218.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $66 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 187.5 | 2 | $65.63 | $30.00 |
| Efficient EV | 156.3 | 1 | $54.69 | $25.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 250 | 3 | $87.50 | $40.00 |
Gas CO2
219 kg
EV CO2
73 kg (67% less)
Plan for 2 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
Olivarez, TX
Afternoon in Olivarez on Thursday
Local time
4:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Mostly Clear
NNW 6 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Afternoon in Lubbock on Thursday
Local time
4:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Clear
SSW 5 mph
1% chance
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
11 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
11h 13m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
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.
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to San Antonio Missions, a National Park Service site and the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas. Each mission in the park is a center of community and has been since the early 1700s. Th...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 237.1
View on nps.gov
Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park tells the story of our 36th president beginning with his ancestors until his final resting place on his beloved LBJ Ranch. This entire "circle of life" gives...
28 mi from route
~70 min detour
Free
near mile 280.2
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily highway driving, with 78% of the 625 miles on major roads like I 69C, I 10, and US 84. You'll experience a longest stretch of 141.7 miles on I 69C, indicating extended periods of consistent cruising. After the highway portions, expect transitions to surface roads for the remainder of the trip. Given the highway share, plan for steady speeds and a moderate number of exits, especially on the interstate segments.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
49 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 141.7 mi on I 69C.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69C and I 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 239.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 33 significant decision points across 625 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: at 239.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 241.1 miles (I 10; US 87 / McDermott Freeway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 242 miles (I 10; US 87 / McDermott Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
3,203 ft
68 ft
Total Climb
3,966 ft
Total Descent
831 ft
Highest Point
3,203 ft
~628.7 mi in
Elevation Range
3,135 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.
Between Olivarez, TX and Lubbock, TX, road signs point toward Alamodome and Menard.
Alamodome
239.2 mi in
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~4h 27m
Menard
355.2 mi in
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~6h 26m
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via US 83
About the Cities
Starting in Olivarez, TX
Full guide →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.
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 141.7 miles on I 69C. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 313 miles on day one.
Yes — we found about 46 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 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 3 meaningful breaks. There are 46 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 239.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 241.1 miles (I 10; US 87 / McDermott Freeway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 242 miles (I 10; US 87 / McDermott Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 11.2 hours each way, a round trip means 22.5 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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