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Trip from Pecos, TX to Lubbock, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 40m
Distance
215 mi
346 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 28m
★
6 AM
3h 40m
8 AM
4h 5m
10 AM
3h 49m
12 PM
3h 46m
3 PM
3h 50m
5 PM
4h 4m
8 PM
3h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pecos, TX
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Lubbock, TX
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Trip Overview
Pecos to Lubbock is 215 miles and takes about 3h 40m via I 20 and US Highway 87, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward drive across Texas. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, making it a practical option for a quick trip. Consider this if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two Texas cities with minimal fuss.
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
107.5 miles from Pecos, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 78 mi | 1h 15m |
| North US Highway 87 | 51.2 mi | 51m |
| State Highway 349 | 47 mi | 47m |
| Nadine and Tom Craddick Highway | 12.5 mi | 12m |
| Tahoka Highway | 4.4 mi | 4m |
| Sergeant Michael Naylor Memorial Highway | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Chris Kyle Memorial Highway | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| North FM 1788 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 78 mi, about 1h 15m
Traffic on I-20
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 12 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~1,922 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~273 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 52 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 Pecos, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on East 6th Street
67 ft
·
4 sec
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East 6th Street
2
Turn right onto US 285
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South Cedar Street
3
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 20 East: Odessa
4
Merge onto I 20
78 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
I 20
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 121
Toward Loop 338
6
Turn straight onto East Interstate 20
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
East Interstate 20
7
Turn left onto Loop 338
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast Loop 338
8
Continue on Loop 338
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Ray C. Stoker, Jr. Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the exit
279 ft
·
7 sec
Use the right lane.
10
Turn straight onto State Highway 191 East
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
State Highway 191 East
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
12
Merge onto TX 191
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Chris Kyle Memorial Highway
13
Continue on TX 191
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Sergeant Michael Naylor Memorial Highway
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward TX 349, FM 1788: UT Permian Basin CEED, Midland International Airport
15
Turn straight onto State Highway 191
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
State Highway 191
16
Turn slight left onto TX 349; FM 1788
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North FM 1788
17
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 349
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Nadine and Tom Craddick Highway
18
At end of road, turn left onto TX 349
47 mi
·
47 min
·
State Highway 349
19
At end of road, turn left onto US 87; US 180
268 ft
·
3 sec
·
South US Highway 87
20
Continue on US 87; US 180
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Dallas Avenue
21
Continue on US 87; US 180
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Lynn Avenue
22
Continue on US 87
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lubbock Highway
23
Continue on US 87
51 mi
·
51 min
·
North US Highway 87
24
Continue on I 27; US 87
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Tahoka Highway
25
Continue on I 27; US 87
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
26
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward 50th Street
27
Turn straight onto Interstate 27
236 ft
·
6 sec
·
Interstate 27
28
Turn left onto FM 835
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
50th Street
29
Turn right onto US 84
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Avenue Q
30
Turn right onto US 62; TX 114
33 ft
·
0 sec
·
19th Street
31
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 40m estimated drive time, leaving Pecos in the morning allows you to reach Lubbock the same day with plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in planning your break. Keep an eye on fuel, especially before heading out from Pecos, as the 215-mile trip will consume about $31 worth of gas. The longest uninterrupted driving segment is 78 miles on I 20, so ensure you're prepared for that stretch.
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 107.5 miles from Pecos, TX, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78 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 47 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107.5 miles or 1h 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 59m
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 Pecos, 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 Pecos, TX
This is one driving day of about 215 miles and 3h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Pecos, 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 I 20 for about 78 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
108 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 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 107.5 miles from Pecos, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 20 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78 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.
Main Street Market
0.1 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Ward County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Ward County Westbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
2.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
2.1 mi from route
Picnic Area
2.4 mi from route
West of the Pecos Museum
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, right off the route
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Pecos, Texas
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+14324455076
Visit websiteMcKinney Park
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, short detour
Early stretch
1.1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Odessa, Texas
Hours: 6 am–11 pm
+14323683548
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 websiteMonahans Sandhills State Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
2.5 mi from route
~6 min detour
Monahans, Texas
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+14329432092
Visit websiteMaxey Park
4.3
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the start, short detour
2.1 mi from route
~5 min detour
Pecos, Texas
Hours: 7 am–10 pm
+14324452421
Jack Rabbit
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, short detour
Early stretch
2.1 mi from route
~5 min detour
Odessa, Texas
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18007804678
Visit websiteJim Parker Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, short detour
Early stretch
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Odessa, Texas
Hours: 6 am–11 pm
+14323683548
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 151 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the exit toward I 20 East: Odessa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 20 East: Odessa
5
80.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward Loop 338
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 121
Toward Loop 338
5
82.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
88.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward TX 349, FM 1788: UT Permian Basin CEED, Midland International Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward TX 349, FM 1788: UT Permian Basin CEED,...
5
151 mi into trip
|
~2h 33m in
|
US 87; US 180 / South US Highway 87
At end of road, turn left onto US 87; US 180 / South US Highway 87
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.45 one way
$58.90 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
75 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $32.89 | $65.79 |
| premium | $4.23 | $35.76 | $71.53 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $40.60 | $81.19 |
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: 75.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.5 | 0 | $22.58 | $10.32 |
| Efficient EV | 53.8 | 0 | $18.81 | $8.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 86 | 1 | $30.10 | $13.76 |
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% 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
Pecos, TX
Late night in Pecos on Sunday
Local time
5:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
96°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 5 mph
40% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 5:45PM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 5:44PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Late night in Lubbock on Sunday
Local time
5:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 mph
39% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 5:45PM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 5:44PM 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
6 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
3h 40m 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 drive is predominantly highway, with 83% of the 215 miles on major roads like I 20. You'll experience a long stretch of 78 miles on I 20 before transitioning to US Highway 87 and then State Highway 349. Expect mostly rural cruising for a significant portion of the trip. The landscape is fairly consistent across the Great Plains.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 78 mi on I 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and North US Highway 87. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 215 miles you will encounter 14 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: at 1.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 80.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 82.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
3,203 ft
2,583 ft
Total Climb
730 ft
Total Descent
111 ft
Highest Point
3,203 ft
~215 mi in
Elevation Range
619 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 Pecos, TX and Lubbock, TX, road signs point toward Loop 338, Fm 1788: Ut Permian Basin Ceed and Midland International Airport.
Loop 338
80.1 mi in
|
~1h 18m
Fm 1788: Ut Permian Basin Ceed
88.8 mi in
|
~1h 29m
Midland International Airport
88.8 mi in
|
~1h 29m
About the Cities
Starting in Pecos, TX
Full guide →Pecos is a town in the Trans-Pecos region of Texas. The town claims to have been the site of the first rodeo, on July 4, 1883.
Arriving 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
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 40m. Total distance: 215 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 78 miles on I 20. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 19 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: at 1.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 80.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 82.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Lubbock, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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