Trip from Woodway, TX to Lubbock, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 19m
Distance
349 mi
562 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodway, TX
Action Construction Equipment Ltd. - ACE
Lubbock, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Woodway to Lubbock covers 350 miles and typically takes about 5 hours and 26 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey stays entirely within the Great Plains, you can expect a consistent regional feel throughout the drive. It is a straightforward trip that fits comfortably into a single day, making it an ideal choice for travelers who prefer a one-day push over an overnight split. Budgeting roughly $52 for fuel will cover your transit costs, and you should plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs. Overall, this route offers a practical connection between these two Texas locations without the need for complex logistical planning.
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
174.5 miles from Woodway, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 16m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West US Highway 84 | 103.5 mi | 1h 54m |
| US 84 | 74.5 mi | 1h 14m |
| 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 |
| Wallis Avenue | 7.2 mi | 8m |
| East Highway 84 | 6.8 mi | 6m |
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodway, TX and Lubbock, TX.
Start on Old McGregor Road
Turn left onto Santa Fe Drive
Turn right onto Woodway Drive
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 84
Continue on US 84
Continue on US 84
Continue on US 84
Continue on US 84; US 183
Turn left onto US 67; US 84; US 183; US 377
Continue on US 67; US 84; US 377
Keep slight right at fork onto US 84; US 283
Turn right onto TX 153
Continue on TX 153; TX 206
Continue on TX 153
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 153
Turn right onto TX 70
Continue on TX 70
Turn left onto Northwest Georgia Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 20; US 84
Take the exit onto US 84
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
Turn right onto Loop 46
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207
Turn straight onto TX 207
Turn left onto Spur 575
Turn right onto US 84
Continue on US 84
Continue on US 84
Continue on US 84
Continue on US 84
Continue on US 84
Turn right onto US 62; TX 114
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a multi-hour drive, departing early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid fatigue and navigate the local road segments during daylight hours. Given the turn-heavy profile of the route, stay alert as you transition between Santa Fe Drive, Woodway Drive, and US 84 West to ensure you remain on the correct path. Plan your single required stop strategically to coincide with refueling, keeping your $52 budget in mind as you monitor your gauge. You have plenty of flexibility with this one-day itinerary, so do not feel pressured to rush through the technical portions of the drive. Keep a close eye on your navigation, as the lack of long highway stretches means you will be making frequent turns throughout the 350-mile trip.
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.
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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 174.5 miles or 3h 16m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lubbock, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
Open the route before leaving Woodway, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Woodway, TX
This is one driving day of about 349 miles and 6h 19m.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
175 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
A short stop after about 77 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 174.5 miles from Woodway, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before West US Highway 84 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 103.5 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.
Llano Estacado Picnic Area
Picnic Area
Service Plaza
Love's Travel Stop
TA
Service Plaza
Eagles Landing Travel Plaza
Flying J Travel Center
Rest Area
Mackenzie Main City Park
Near the end, short detour
Lubbock, Texas
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+18067752673
Visit websiteAmerican Windmill Museum
Near the end, short detour
Lubbock, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+18067478734
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 232.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Santa Fe Drive
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Woodway Drive
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward US 84 West
Navigation decision point
Merge onto US 84 / George W Bush Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$52.73 one way
$105.47 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $57.72 | $115.44 |
| premium | $4.54 | $62.31 | $124.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $77.05 | $154.11 |
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: 122.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 104.7 | 1 | $36.64 | $16.75 |
| Efficient EV | 87.3 | 0 | $30.54 | $13.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 139.6 | 1 | $48.86 | $22.34 |
Gas CO2
122 kg
EV CO2
41 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
Woodway, TX
Late night in Woodway on Tuesday
Local time
5:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Late night in Lubbock on Tuesday
Local time
5:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Mostly Sunny
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 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 19m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Waco Mammoth National Monument
National Monument
Standing as tall as 14 feet and weighing 20,000 pounds, Columbian mammoths roamed across what is present-day Texas thousands of years ago. Today, the fossil specimens represent the nation's first and...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route relies on local roads rather than major expressways. You will navigate through Santa Fe Drive and Woodway Drive before transitioning to US 84 West to complete the journey. With a 0% highway share, the experience is defined by smaller, more technical stretches rather than high-speed highway miles. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch on Santa Fe Drive is 0 miles, you will find that the road requires constant attention and active driving throughout the day. It is a unique experience for those who prefer local road navigation over the predictable nature of large, multi-lane highways.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West US Highway 84 and US 84. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Santa Fe Drive.
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 349 miles you will encounter 19 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: near the start (Santa Fe Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Woodway Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
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 19m. Total distance: 349 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 19m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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