This 363-mile drive from Round Rock, Texas, to Lubbock, Texas, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 45 minutes. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $55. You'll be navigating a route that involves a fair number of turns, making it more of a local drive than a consistent highway cruise. Both your origin and destination are situated within the Great Plains region, suggesting a landscape that is generally open and expansive. This trip is best suited for those who don't mind a more engaged driving experience with frequent adjustments.
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
180.9 miles from Round Rock, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 27m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 84
104.9 mi
1h 49m
North US Highway 183
73 mi
1h 19m
State Highway 153
69 mi
1h 14m
East Commerce Street
22 mi
25m
Highway 84
20 mi
19m
State Highway 70
10.4 mi
10m
Purple Heart Trail
7.3 mi
7m
Wallis Avenue
7.2 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
US 84
— 104.9 mi, about 1h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Round Rock, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on South Mays Street
467 ft·18 sec·South Mays Street
2
Turn left onto West Liberty Avenue
0.1 mi·17 sec·West Liberty Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto Round Rock Avenue
0.3 mi·36 sec·Round Rock Avenue
4
Turn right onto North Interstate 35
0.3 mi·23 sec·North Interstate 35
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward I 35 North
6
Merge onto I 35
7.3 mi·7 min·Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 261Toward TX 29: BurnetUse the slight right lane.
8
Turn straight onto South Interstate 35
0.5 mi·1 min·South Interstate 35
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Turn left onto TX 29
3.0 mi·4 min·West University Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Continue on TX 29
1.9 mi·2 min·TX 29 West
11
Continue on TX 29
6.4 mi·8 min·West State Highway 29
12
Turn right onto US 183
36 mi·39 min·North US Highway 183
13
Continue on US 183
2.3 mi·4 min·South Key Avenue
14
Continue on US 183; US 190; US 281
0.2 mi·14 sec·North US Highway 281
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 183; US 190
37 mi·40 min·North US Highway 183
16
At end of road, turn left onto US 84; US 183; TX 16
30 mi·34 min·US 84; US 183; TX 16
17
Turn left onto US 67; US 84; US 183; US 377
1.7 mi·2 min·Early Boulevard
18
Continue on US 67; US 84; US 377
22 mi·25 min·East Commerce Street
19
Keep slight right at fork onto US 84; US 283
7.2 mi·8 min·Wallis Avenue
20
Turn right onto TX 153
0.9 mi·1 min·East Walnut Street
21
Continue on TX 153; TX 206
1.0 mi·1 min·West Walnut Street
22
Continue on TX 153
69 mi·1 hr 14 min·State Highway 153
23
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 153
19 ft·0 sec·State Highway 153
24
Turn right onto TX 70
10 mi·10 min·State Highway 70
25
Continue on TX 70
0.8 mi·1 min·Lamar Street
26
Turn left onto Northwest Georgia Avenue
0.1 mi·16 sec·Northwest Georgia Avenue
27
Take the ramp
340 ft·8 sec
Toward I 20 West: Midland
28
Merge onto I 20; US 84
6.0 mi·5 min·I 20; US 84
29
Take the exit onto US 84
0.3 mi·19 sec·US 84
Exit 238AToward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
30
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
74 mi·1 hr 14 min·US 84
31
Turn right onto Loop 46
1.0 mi·1 min·South Avenue F
32
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207
0.1 mi·10 sec·North Avenue F
33
Turn straight onto TX 207
0.4 mi·38 sec·Ralls Road
34
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi·17 sec·East 15th Street
35
Turn right onto US 84
1.0 mi·1 min·North US Highway 84
36
Continue on US 84
20 mi·19 min·Highway 84
37
Continue on US 84
4.6 mi·4 min·Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
38
Continue on US 84
6.8 mi·6 min·East Highway 84
39
Continue on US 84
4.9 mi·6 min·Slaton Road
40
Continue on US 84
2.9 mi·3 min·Avenue Q South Drive
41
Turn right onto US 62; TX 114
33 ft·0 sec·19th Street
42
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour and 45-minute duration, starting your drive from Round Rock in the morning will allow you to reach Lubbock well before evening. With only one recommended stop and a turn-heavy profile, plan to refuel before you depart to ensure you have plenty of gas for the local road stretches. The $55 fuel cost is an estimate, so monitor your gauge, especially on less predictable local roads. Being flexible with your departure time is an advantage on this route, but an early start is still recommended to maximize daylight for navigation.
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 180.9 miles from Round Rock, TX, or about 3h 27m 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 180.9 miles or 3h 27m 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 32m
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 Round Rock, 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 Round Rock, TX
This is one driving day of about 361.8 miles and 6h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Round Rock, 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 26
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 245.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|West Liberty Avenue
Turn left onto West Liberty Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|Round Rock Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Round Rock Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
8.3 mi into trip|~9m in
Take the exit toward TX 29: Burnet
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 261
Toward TX 29: Burnet
6
9.1 mi into trip|~11m in|TX 29 / West University Avenue
Turn left onto TX 29 / West University Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
245.5 mi into trip|~4h 36m 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
$54.67 one way
$109.34 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg127 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$59.84
$119.68
premium
$4.54
$64.60
$129.19
diesel
$5.61
$79.88
$159.76
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 126.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
108.5
1
$37.99
$17.37
Efficient EV
90.5
1
$31.66
$14.47
EV Truck/SUV
144.7
1
$50.65
$23.16
Gas CO2
127 kg
EV CO2
42 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 14, 2026
Origin
Round Rock, TX
Late night
in Round Rock on Sunday
Local time
2:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Late night
in Lubbock on Sunday
Local time
2:50 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
24 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
6h 36m 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?
Expect a driving experience that leans heavily on local roads rather than interstate travel, as indicated by the 0% highway share. This means you'll be making frequent turns throughout the 363-mile journey, so keep your navigation handy. While there isn't a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests a dynamic route. The drive will likely keep you engaged with its constant need for directional changes, offering a different feel than a long, straight highway. This isn't a route for autopilot; it demands your attention.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
42 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 North US Highway 183. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Liberty Avenue.
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 26 significant decision points across 361.8 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 0.1 miles (West Liberty Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Round Rock Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 8.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 36m. Total distance: 361.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 36m 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: at 0.1 miles (West Liberty Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Round Rock Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 8.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.6 hours each way, a round trip means 13.2 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.
