Rest Area US-84 US-283
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Trip from Temple, TX to Lubbock, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 28m
Distance
351.4 mi
565 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 16m
★
6 AM
6h 29m
8 AM
6h 53m
10 AM
6h 37m
12 PM
6h 35m
3 PM
6h 39m
5 PM
6h 52m
8 PM
6h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Temple, TX
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Lubbock, TX
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Trip Overview
Temple, TX to Lubbock, TX is 351.4 miles and takes about 6h 28m via US 84, with a fuel budget near $53 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip primarily takes you across the Great Plains, moving from one part of Texas to another. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive that's perfectly manageable in a single day. You'll spend most of your time on major roads, making it an efficient way to cover the distance. Consider this option if you need a practical, no-fuss journey between these two Texas cities.
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
175.7 miles from Temple, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 24m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 84 | 104.4 mi | 1h 48m |
| State Highway 153 | 69 mi | 1h 14m |
| East Main Street | 51.3 mi | 54m |
| TX 36 | 22.3 mi | 30m |
| East Commerce Street | 22 mi | 25m |
| Highway 84 | 20 mi | 19m |
| State Highway 70 | 10.4 mi | 10m |
| Airport Road | 10.4 mi | 14m |
Longest stretch:
US 84
— 104.4 mi, about 1h 48m
Traffic on I-20
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,210 veh/hr typical · worst 1,594
Quietest
3 AM
~203 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 31 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 Temple, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on Spur 290
11 ft
·
4 sec
·
North 3rd Street
2
Turn right onto TX 53
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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West Adams Avenue
3
Continue on TX 53
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
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Airport Road
4
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 53
10 mi
·
14 min
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Airport Road
5
Continue on TX 36
22 mi
·
30 min
·
TX 36
6
Continue on TX 36 Business
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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Highway 36 Business
7
Merge onto US 84; TX 36 Business
51 mi
·
54 min
·
East Main Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 84; US 183; TX 16
30 mi
·
34 min
·
US 84; US 183; TX 16
9
Turn left onto US 67; US 84; US 183; US 377
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Early Boulevard
10
Continue on US 67; US 84; US 377
22 mi
·
25 min
·
East Commerce Street
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 84; US 283
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Wallis Avenue
12
Turn right onto TX 153
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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East Walnut Street
13
Continue on TX 153; TX 206
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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West Walnut Street
14
Continue on TX 153
69 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
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State Highway 153
15
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 153
19 ft
·
0 sec
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State Highway 153
16
Turn right onto TX 70
10 mi
·
10 min
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State Highway 70
17
Continue on TX 70
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lamar Street
18
Turn left onto Northwest Georgia Avenue
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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Northwest Georgia Avenue
19
Take the ramp
340 ft
·
8 sec
Toward I 20 West: Midland
20
Merge onto I 20; US 84
6.0 mi
·
5 min
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I 20; US 84
21
Take the exit onto US 84
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 84
Exit 238A
Toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
22
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
74 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
US 84
23
Turn right onto Loop 46
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Avenue F
24
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
North Avenue F
25
Turn straight onto TX 207
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Ralls Road
26
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
East 15th Street
27
Turn right onto US 84
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North US Highway 84
28
Continue on US 84
20 mi
·
19 min
·
Highway 84
29
Continue on US 84
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
30
Continue on US 84
6.8 mi
·
6 min
·
East Highway 84
31
Continue on US 84
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Slaton Road
32
Continue on US 84
2.9 mi
·
3 min
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Avenue Q South Drive
33
Turn right onto US 62; TX 114
33 ft
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0 sec
·
19th Street
34
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour drive time, leaving in the morning from Temple, TX, will allow you to reach Lubbock, TX, with plenty of daylight to spare. With only one recommended stop, you can plan your break strategically along US 84, perhaps around the halfway point, to refuel and stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 104.4 miles on US 84, as services might be more spread out in some areas. The $53 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always factor in a buffer for unexpected detours or price fluctuations.
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 175.7 miles from Temple, TX, or about 3h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.4 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 77 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 175.7 miles or 3h 24m 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 24m
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 Temple, 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 Temple, TX
This is one driving day of about 351.4 miles and 6h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 77 miles from Temple, 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 104.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
176 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 77 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 175.7 miles from Temple, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 84 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.4 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.
Llano Estacado Picnic Area
0 mi from route
Picnic Area
0 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Eagles Landing Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.3 mi from route
Staging Area
1.5 mi from route
Staging Area
1.7 mi from route
Rest Area
2.2 mi from route
Mackenzie 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 websiteCultural Activities Center
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Temple, Texas
Hours: 8:30 am–4 pm
+12547739926
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 185 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 235.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
TX 53 / Airport Road
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 53 / Airport Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
34.7 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
US 84; TX 36 Business / East Main Street
Merge onto US 84; TX 36 Business / East Main Street
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
115.9 mi into trip
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~2h 17m in
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US 67; US 84; US 183; US 377 / Early Boulevard
Turn left onto US 67; US 84; US 183; US 377 / Early Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
139.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 44m in
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US 84; US 283 / Wallis Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto US 84; US 283 / Wallis Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
235.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 28m in
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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
$52.54 one way
$105.09 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
123 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.31 | $59.60 | $119.20 |
| premium | $4.68 | $64.76 | $129.52 |
| diesel | $5.79 | $80.09 | $160.18 |
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: 122.9 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 105.4 | 1 | $36.90 | $16.87 |
| Efficient EV | 87.9 | 1 | $30.75 | $14.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 140.6 | 1 | $49.20 | $22.49 |
Gas CO2
123 kg
EV CO2
41 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.
Origin
Temple, TX
Afternoon in Temple on Sunday
Local time
4:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Mostly Cloudy
N 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued October 18 at 2:18AM CDT until October 20 at 7:32PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 2:12AM CDT until October 18 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Brownsville TX
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Afternoon in Lubbock on Sunday
Local time
4:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Clear
SSW 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued October 18 at 2:18AM CDT until October 20 at 7:32PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 2:12AM CDT until October 18 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Brownsville 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
7 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 28m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 69% of it utilizing major highways. Expect about 104.4 miles of uninterrupted driving on US 84, which forms the backbone of this journey. While the overall profile is that of a highway drive, you'll also navigate sections on State Highway 153 and East Main Street as you enter and exit towns. The landscape will likely remain consistent with the Great Plains region, offering a fairly predictable driving experience for much of the 6 hours and 28 minutes.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.4 mi on US 84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and State Highway 153. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near TX 53 / Airport Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 351.4 miles you will encounter 18 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 1.2 miles (TX 53 / Airport Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 34.7 miles (US 84; TX 36 Business / East Main Street): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 115.9 miles (US 67; US 84; US 183; US 377 / Early Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
3,203 ft
715 ft
Total Climb
2,529 ft
Total Descent
42 ft
Highest Point
3,203 ft
~351.4 mi in
Elevation Range
2,488 ft
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Sugar Browns Coffee Co.
Cafe
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Lubbock, TX
Cuisine: coffee_shop;pastry;kolache
Visit websiteStarbucks
Cafe
Early in the drive, right off the route
Early stretch
0.2 mi from route
~1 min detour
Hours: Sa 05:00-21:30; Su 05:00-21:00; Mo-Fr 04...
The Coffee Shop
Cafe
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.6 mi from route
~2 min detour
Lubbock, TX
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Starbucks
Cafe
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.2 mi from route
~3 min detour
Lubbock, TX
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteBurkhart Cafe
Cafe
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.4 mi from route
~3 min detour
Cuisine: sandwich;pizza
Hours: Mo-Th 11:00-19:00; Fr 11:00-17:00
Visit websiteWest Straw's Boba Tea
Cafe
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Lubbock, TX
Cuisine: bubble_tea
Hours: Mo-Th 12:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 12:00-22:30; Su...
Visit websiteBurrito King
Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.2 mi from route
Lubbock, TX
Cuisine: mexican
Hours: Tu-Sa 07:00-15:00; Su 08:00-15:00
Visit websiteTreno Pizzeria & Taproom
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
Temple, TX
Hours: Mo 11:00-15:00; Tu-We,Su 11:00-20:00; Th...
Visit websitePrima Pasta
Restaurant
Early in the drive, right off the route
Early stretch
0 mi from route
Early, TX
Hours: Su 10:30-20:00; Mo closed; Tu 16:00-21:0...
Chick-fil-A
Fast_food
Early in the drive, right off the route
Early stretch
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Early, TX
Cuisine: chicken
Subway
Fast_food
Early in the drive, right off the route
Early stretch
0.8 mi from route
~2 min detour
Brownwood, TX
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: 09:00-22:00
Visit websitePanda Express
Fast_food
Early in the drive, right off the route
Early stretch
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Brownwood, TX
Cuisine: chinese
Hours: Mo-Su 09:30-23:00
Santa Land
Attraction
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.6 mi from route
~4 min detour
Lubbock, TX
Adair Spring Park
Park
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
2.1 mi from route
~5 min detour
Staff Camp
Camp_site
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Railroad and Pioneer Museum
Museum
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
~1 min detour
Temple, TX
Hours: Tu-Sa 10:00-16:00
Visit websiteCzech Heritage Museum
Museum
Near the start, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Temple, TX
Hours: Th-Sa 10:00-16:00
Visit websiteThe Buddy Holly Center
Museum
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Lubbock, TX
Visit websiteLubbock High School
Memorial
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Bacon Home
Memorial
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Lubbock Tornado Memorial
Monument
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Kyle Hotel
Hotel
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
TX
Riverside Park RV
Caravan_site
Early in the drive, right off the route
Early stretch
0.6 mi from route
~2 min detour
Brownwood, TX
Visit websitePioneer Pocket Hotel
Hotel
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.6 mi from route
~2 min detour
Lubbock, TX
Villa Town
Hotel
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.4 mi from route
~6 min detour
Staff Camp
Camp_site
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
About the Cities
Starting in Temple, TX
Full guide →Founded 1881
Temple is a city in the Blackland Prairie region of Texas that started as a railroad town back in 1882.
Top landmarks
- • Kyle Hotel — building in Temple, Bell County, Texas
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).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 28m. Total distance: 351.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 28m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 104.4 miles on US 84. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 13 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 1 meaningful breaks. There are 13 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (TX 53 / Airport Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 34.7 miles (US 84; TX 36 Business / East Main Street): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 115.9 miles (US 67; US 84; US 183; US 377 / Early Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.5 hours each way, a round trip means 13.0 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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