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Trip from The Colony, TX to Lubbock, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 8m
Distance
332.2 mi
535 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$46
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 55m
★
6 AM
6h 8m
8 AM
6h 34m
10 AM
6h 17m
12 PM
6h 15m
3 PM
6h 19m
5 PM
6h 33m
8 PM
6h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
The Colony, TX
Mark Direen
Lubbock, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Embark on a straightforward 332.2-mile journey from The Colony, TX, to Lubbock, TX, which will take approximately 6 hours and 8 minutes to complete. This drive is primarily on major highways, with 95% of the route utilizing highways, making it a solid option for a single-day trip. You can expect a fuel cost of around $50 for this stretch. The route traverses the Great Plains region throughout, offering a consistent landscape. With only one recommended stop, it’s designed for efficient travel, perfect if you want to reach your destination without an overnight stay.
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
166.1 miles from The Colony, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 8m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 82 West | 93.5 mi | 1h 38m |
| North US Highway 287 | 71.8 mi | 1h 14m |
| US 82 | 49.1 mi | 55m |
| US Highway 82 | 33.5 mi | 35m |
| West Highway 82 | 24.4 mi | 25m |
| US Highway 380 West | 21.5 mi | 24m |
| North Stemmons Freeway | 16.2 mi | 17m |
| East State Highway 121 | 4.8 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 82 West
— 93.5 mi, about 1h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between The Colony, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on this road
208 ft
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20 sec
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this road
2
Turn left onto Blair Oaks Drive
0.5 mi
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1 min
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Blair Oaks Drive
3
Turn right onto South Colony Boulevard
0.4 mi
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40 sec
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South Colony Boulevard
4
Turn left onto FM 423
1.1 mi
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2 min
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Main Street
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto TX 121
0.8 mi
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1 min
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State Highway 121
6
Continue on TX 121
4.8 mi
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7 min
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East State Highway 121
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
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East Main Street
Use the right lane.
8
Turn straight onto North Railroad Street
115 ft
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2 sec
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North Railroad Street
9
Keep slight left at fork onto North Railroad Street
123 ft
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2 sec
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North Railroad Street
10
Continue on East Church Street
0.7 mi
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1 min
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East Church Street
11
Continue on West Main Street
0.5 mi
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1 min
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West Main Street
12
Turn right onto North Stemmons Freeway
0.6 mi
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50 sec
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North Stemmons Freeway
13
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
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16 sec
Toward I 35E North, US 77 North
14
Merge onto I 35E
16 mi
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16 min
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North Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 35; US 77
0.1 mi
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9 sec
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I 35; US 77
16
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 469
Toward US 380: University Drive
17
Turn straight onto North Interstate 35
0.4 mi
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47 sec
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North Interstate 35
18
Turn left onto US 380
3.4 mi
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4 min
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West University Drive
Use the straight / left lanes.
19
Continue on US 380
22 mi
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24 min
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US Highway 380 West
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
21
Merge onto US 81; US 287
72 mi
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1 hr 14 min
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North US Highway 287
22
Take the exit onto US 82
49 mi
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54 min
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US 82
Toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abilene
23
Take the exit onto US 82
0.4 mi
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52 sec
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US 82
Toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock
24
Turn right onto US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
1.5 mi
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1 min
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US Highway 82
25
Continue on US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
0.6 mi
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45 sec
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North Main Street
26
Turn right onto US 82; TX 114
1.6 mi
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1 min
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East California Street
27
Continue on US 82; TX 114
93 mi
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1 hr 38 min
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US Highway 82 West
28
Continue on US 82; TX 114
24 mi
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25 min
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West Highway 82
29
Continue on US 82; TX 114
1.0 mi
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1 min
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East Main Street
30
Continue on US 82; TX 114
7.3 mi
·
7 min
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US Highway 82
31
Continue on US 82; TX 114
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Street
32
Continue on US 82; TX 114
25 mi
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26 min
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US Highway 82
33
Continue on US 62; TX 114
2.1 mi
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3 min
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Idalou Road
Toward US 62, TX 114
34
Continue on US 62; TX 114
2.1 mi
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3 min
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East 19th Street
35
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
For this 6-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from The Colony to maximize daylight and allow for a relaxed pace. With only one recommended stop and a 93.5-mile longest stretch on US Highway 82 West, plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly. The estimated fuel cost is around $50, so ensure your tank is full before you leave. Since this is a manageable one-day trip, you have the flexibility to stop as needed, but keep the 332.2-mile distance in mind. A practical tip is to check the weather forecast for West Texas, as conditions can change rapidly on the open highway.
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 166.1 miles from The Colony, TX, or about 3h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.5 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 73 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 166.1 miles or 3h 8m 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 1m
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 The Colony, 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 The Colony, TX
This is one driving day of about 332.2 miles and 6h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 miles from The Colony, 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 Highway 82 West for about 93.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
166 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 73 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 166.1 miles from The Colony, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 82 West if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93.5 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.
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Crosby County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Wise County Northbound
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
QuikTrip
1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.1 mi from route
Texas Travel Information Center at Wichita Falls
2.1 mi from route
TA
2.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
2.2 mi from route
Kids Colony
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, right off the route
0.8 mi from route
~2 min detour
The Colony, Texas
Hours: 9 am–10 pm
+19726251106
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 websiteAndretti Indoor Karting & Games The Colony
4.0
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the start, short detour
1.8 mi from route
~4 min detour
The Colony, Texas
Hours: 11 am–11 pm
+14695273278
Visit websiteExplorium Denton Children's Museum a Program of Denton County Friends of The Family.
4.4
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the start, ~10 min detour
First break
3.9 mi from route
~10 min detour
Denton, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+19403205444
Visit websiteOak Hills Splash Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, ~12 min detour
4.8 mi from route
~12 min detour
Carrollton, Texas
Hours: 9 am–8 pm
+19724663080
Visit websiteVisit Frisco
4.0
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the start, ~9 min detour
3.5 mi from route
~9 min detour
Frisco, Texas
Hours: 8 am–5 pm
+19722925250
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 7.6 and 123.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
7.6 mi into trip
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~13m in
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East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
8.1 mi into trip
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~14m in
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North Railroad Street
Keep slight left at fork onto North Railroad Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
10.1 mi into trip
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~17m in
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I 35E / North Stemmons Freeway
Merge onto I 35E / North Stemmons Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
25.8 mi into trip
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~34m in
Take the exit toward US 380: University Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 469
Toward US 380: University Drive
5
123.3 mi into trip
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~2h 20m in
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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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.50 one way
$91.00 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
116 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $50.82 | $101.65 |
| premium | $4.23 | $55.26 | $110.52 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $62.73 | $125.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 116.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 99.7 | 1 | $34.88 | $15.95 |
| Efficient EV | 83.1 | 0 | $29.07 | $13.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 132.9 | 1 | $46.51 | $21.26 |
Gas CO2
116 kg
EV CO2
39 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.
Origin
The Colony, TX
Late night in The Colony on Monday
Local time
2:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Mostly Sunny
S 10 to 15 mph
10% chance
Live forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 9:14AM CDT until July 17 at 11:45AM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 9:04AM CDT until July 21 at 3:57AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Late night in Lubbock on Monday
Local time
2:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 to 15 mph
29% chance
Live forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 9:14AM CDT until July 17 at 11:45AM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 9:04AM CDT until July 21 at 3:57AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi 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
6h 8m 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, designed for covering distance efficiently. You'll spend most of your time on US Highway 82 West and North US Highway 287. The highway share is a significant 95%, meaning you'll experience fast-paced travel for the majority of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 93.5 miles on US Highway 82 West, so be prepared for extended periods of driving without needing to exit. The character of the road remains consistent, prioritizing speed and directness over winding scenic byways.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 93.5 mi on US Highway 82 West.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 82 West and North US Highway 287. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.6 miles in near East Main Street.
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 332.2 miles you will encounter 17 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 7.6 miles (East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles (North Railroad Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 10.1 miles (I 35E / North Stemmons Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
3,203 ft
587 ft
Total Climb
2,662 ft
Total Descent
47 ft
Highest Point
3,203 ft
~332.2 mi in
Elevation Range
2,616 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.
On the drive from The Colony, TX to Lubbock, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Abilene along the way.
Abilene
123.3 mi in
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~2h 20m
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via US 82
About the Cities
Starting in The Colony, TX
Full guide →Founded 1969
The Colony, City by the Lake, is located in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex region of Texas, less than 30 miles from Downtown Dallas. Best known for beautiful views of Lake Lewisville, The Colony extends 23 miles along its eastern shoreline, with hundreds of acres of wildlife and a myriad of recreational opportunities including camping, fishing, swimming, boating, hiking, picnicking and cycling.
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 6h 8m. Total distance: 332.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 8m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 93.5 miles on US Highway 82 West. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 16 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 16 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.6 miles (East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles (North Railroad Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 10.1 miles (I 35E / North Stemmons Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.1 hours each way, a round trip means 12.3 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.
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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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