This 390.1-mile drive from Reno to Lubbock, Texas, is a straightforward journey across the Great Plains, best tackled in a single day. Expect to spend about 7 hours and 9 minutes on the road, primarily navigating US Highway 82 West. With a highway share of 90%, this route is focused on efficient travel, making it ideal for a day trip. The estimated fuel cost for this leg is around $59. You'll encounter two designated stops along the way, offering opportunities to break up the journey. This is a practical, no-frills drive through the heart of Texas.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
195 miles from Reno, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 36m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US Highway 82 West
149.4 mi
2h 37m
US 82
108.1 mi
2h
US Highway 82
33.5 mi
35m
West Highway 82
24.4 mi
25m
East Buck Owens Freeway
22.9 mi
24m
East US Highway 82
12.3 mi
14m
J M Lindsay Boulevard
12.1 mi
13m
Division Street
10 mi
11m
Longest stretch:
US Highway 82 West
— 149.4 mi, about 2h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reno, TX and Lubbock, TX.
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Start on this road
161 ft·11 sec·this road
2
Turn sharp left onto US 82
2.7 mi·3 min·Lamar Road
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Continue on US 82
2.8 mi·4 min·Lamar Avenue
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Continue on US 82 Business
3.4 mi·4 min·Bonham Street
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Continue on US 82
56 mi·59 min·US Highway 82 West
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Continue on US 82
23 mi·24 min·East Buck Owens Freeway
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Continue on US 82
12 mi·14 min·East US Highway 82
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Continue on US 82
12 mi·13 min·J M Lindsay Boulevard
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Continue on US 82
10 mi·11 min·Division Street
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Turn straight onto US 82
25 mi·27 min·US 82
11
Merge onto US 82
34 mi·37 min·US 82
12
Take the exit onto US 82
49 mi·54 min·US 82
Toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abilene
13
Take the exit onto US 82
0.4 mi·52 sec·US 82
Toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock
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Turn right onto US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
1.5 mi·1 min·US Highway 82
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Continue on US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
0.6 mi·45 sec·North Main Street
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Turn right onto US 82; TX 114
1.6 mi·1 min·East California Street
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Continue on US 82; TX 114
93 mi·1 hr 38 min·US Highway 82 West
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Continue on US 82; TX 114
24 mi·25 min·West Highway 82
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Continue on US 82; TX 114
1.0 mi·1 min·East Main Street
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Continue on US 82; TX 114
7.3 mi·7 min·US Highway 82
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Continue on US 82; TX 114
1.0 mi·1 min·4th Street
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Continue on US 82; TX 114
25 mi·26 min·US Highway 82
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Continue on US 62; TX 114
2.1 mi·3 min·Idalou Road
Toward US 62, TX 114
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Continue on US 62; TX 114
2.1 mi·3 min·East 19th Street
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Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Reno to maximize daylight. With just two stops planned, be mindful of the longest stretch of 149.4 miles on US Highway 82 West; ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on this segment. The $59 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to have a buffer. Since this is a manageable day trip, you have flexibility in timing your breaks. Keep an eye out for official rest areas along US Highway 82 West for convenient pull-offs.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 195 miles from Reno, TX, or about 3h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 149.4 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 86 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 195 miles or 3h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 2m
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 Reno, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Reno, TX
This is one driving day of about 390.1 miles and 7h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 86 miles from Reno, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 82 West for about 149.4 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 232.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 82 / Lamar Road
Turn sharp left onto US 82 / Lamar Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
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147.4 mi into trip|~2h 44m in|US 82
Merge onto US 82
Merge point - match speed before joining
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181.2 mi into trip|~3h 21m in|US 82
Take the exit onto US 82 toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abilene
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abile...
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230 mi into trip|~4h 16m in|US 82
Take the exit onto US 82 toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock
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232.4 mi into trip|~4h 19m in|US 82; TX 114 / East California Street
Turn right onto US 82; TX 114 / East California Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.43 one way
$106.86 round trip
$3.48/gal25.4 MPG avg137 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.89
$59.68
$119.36
premium
$4.23
$64.89
$129.78
diesel
$4.80
$73.66
$147.32
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 136.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
EV Charging Along Route
12 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Sherman, TX
Tesla
16 DCFC
Lubbock, TX - University Avenue - Tesla Supercharger
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
117
1
$40.96
$18.72
Efficient EV
97.5
1
$34.13
$15.60
EV Truck/SUV
156
1
$54.61
$24.97
Gas CO2
136 kg
EV CO2
46 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 Jul 20, 2026
Origin
Reno, TX
Evening
in Reno on Monday
Local time
8:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Clear
S 5 mph10% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 20 at 5:16PM CDT until July 20 at 6:45PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 20 at 3:54PM MDT until July 20 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Evening
in Lubbock on Monday
Local time
8:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
93°F
Sunny
S 10 mph9% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 20 at 5:16PM CDT until July 20 at 6:45PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 20 at 3:54PM MDT until July 20 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
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
17 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
7h 9m 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?
Get ready for a highway-focused experience, with 90% of this drive taking place on major roadways. US Highway 82 West serves as your main artery for the majority of the trip. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch at 149.4 miles on US Highway 82 West, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly. This route is characterized by its directness, minimizing complex turns and maximizing forward momentum. It's a consistent drive, offering a clear path from your starting point in the Great Plains to your destination.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 149.4 mi on US Highway 82 West.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 82 West and US 82. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 82 / Lamar Road.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 9m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 6 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 82 / Lamar Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 147.4 miles (US 82): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 181.2 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 ft562 ft
Total Climb
2,760 ft
Total Descent
119 ft
Highest Point
3,203 ft
~390.1 mi in
Elevation Range
2,641 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Reno, TX to Lubbock, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Abilene along the way.
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
The longest stretch is about 149.4 miles on US Highway 82 West. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 12 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 is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. 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 2 meaningful breaks. There are 12 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 82 / Lamar Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 147.4 miles (US 82): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 181.2 miles (US 82): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.2 hours each way, a round trip means 14.3 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.
