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Trip from Wylie, TX to Lubbock, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 32m
Distance
371.8 mi
598 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 20m
★
6 AM
6h 32m
8 AM
6h 57m
10 AM
6h 41m
12 PM
6h 38m
3 PM
6h 42m
5 PM
6h 56m
8 PM
6h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wylie, TX
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Lubbock, TX
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Trip Overview
This 371.8-mile journey from Wylie, TX to Lubbock, TX is designed for a single day of driving, taking approximately 6 hours and 32 minutes. You'll primarily be on I 20 and US 84, with 94% of the drive being on highways, making it a focused, efficient trip. With an estimated fuel cost of around $56, this drive is quite accessible. Both Wylie and Lubbock are situated within the Great Plains region, so expect a consistent landscape throughout your travels. This route is a straightforward option if you're looking to cover ground effectively.
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
185.9 miles from Wylie, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 21m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 182.3 mi | 3h 4m |
| US 84 | 74.5 mi | 1h 14m |
| Highway 84 | 20 mi | 19m |
| SH 183 TEXpress | 13.6 mi | 13m |
| Jim Wright Freeway | 12.8 mi | 14m |
| I 820 TEXpress | 6.9 mi | 6m |
| East Highway 84 | 6.8 mi | 6m |
| West Freeway | 6 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 182.3 mi, about 3h 4m
Traffic on I-20
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 28 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,680 veh/hr typical · worst 2,135
Quietest
2 AM
~202 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 52 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 Wylie, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on North Ballard Avenue
0.2 mi
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24 sec
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North Ballard Avenue
2
Turn right onto TX 78
0.6 mi
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59 sec
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South State Highway 78
3
Turn right onto FM 544
2.9 mi
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5 min
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FM 544
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on FM 544
1.0 mi
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2 min
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East FM 544
5
Continue on FM 544
0.7 mi
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1 min
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West FM 544
6
Continue on 14th Street
0.9 mi
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1 min
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14th Street
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on East Plano Parkway
2.6 mi
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4 min
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East Plano Parkway
8
Turn left onto Jupiter Road
0.3 mi
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33 sec
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Jupiter Road
Use the left lane.
9
Turn slight right
167 ft
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7 sec
10
Turn straight onto TX 190
0.5 mi
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44 sec
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President George Bush Highway
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
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34 sec
Toward PGBT Toll West
12
Merge onto PGBT
0.3 mi
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17 sec
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President George Bush Turnpike
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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35 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
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1 min
Toward US 75 South: Dallas
Use the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto US 75
5.7 mi
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6 min
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North Central Expressway
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 21
Toward I 635
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi
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55 sec
Toward I 635 West
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 635
2.4 mi
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2 min
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Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on I 635
4.8 mi
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5 min
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Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.4 mi
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31 sec
Exit 27C
Toward I 35E South: Dallas
Use the left / straight lanes.
21
Merge onto I 35E
2.2 mi
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2 min
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South Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight right at fork onto North Walton Walker Boulevard
0.6 mi
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39 sec
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North Walton Walker Boulevard
Exit 436A
Toward Loop 12 South: Irving, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
23
Take the exit
0.1 mi
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14 sec
Use the slight right lane.
24
Merge onto Loop 12 TEXpress
2.2 mi
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2 min
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Loop 12 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Merge onto TX 183 TEXpress
13 mi
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13 min
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SH 183 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress
2.0 mi
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2 min
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SH 121/183 TEXpress
27
Continue on TX 183 TEXpress
0.1 mi
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7 sec
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SH 183 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress
0.7 mi
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42 sec
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SH 121/183 TEXpress
29
Continue on I 820 TEXpress
6.9 mi
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6 min
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I 820 TEXpress
Toward I 820 Express West Toll
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Merge onto I 820
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
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Northeast Loop
31
Continue on I 820
13 mi
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14 min
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Jim Wright Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Take the exit
0.3 mi
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1 min
Exit 3A
Toward I 30 West: Weatherford
Use the slight right lane.
33
Merge onto I 30
6.0 mi
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6 min
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West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Merge onto I 20
182 mi
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3 hr 4 min
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I 20
Use the slight right lane.
35
Take the exit onto US 84
0.3 mi
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19 sec
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US 84
Exit 238A
Toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
36
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
74 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
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US 84
37
Turn right onto Loop 46
1.0 mi
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1 min
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South Avenue F
38
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207
0.1 mi
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10 sec
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North Avenue F
39
Turn straight onto TX 207
0.4 mi
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38 sec
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Ralls Road
40
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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East 15th Street
41
Turn right onto US 84
1.0 mi
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1 min
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North US Highway 84
42
Continue on US 84
20 mi
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19 min
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Highway 84
43
Continue on US 84
4.6 mi
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4 min
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Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
44
Continue on US 84
6.8 mi
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6 min
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East Highway 84
45
Continue on US 84
4.9 mi
·
6 min
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Slaton Road
46
Continue on US 84
2.9 mi
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3 min
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Avenue Q South Drive
47
Turn right onto US 62; TX 114
33 ft
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0 sec
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19th Street
48
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour and 32-minute duration, this route is very manageable as a single-day trip. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for a comfortable pace. You'll only need one planned stop, so consider where you'll take that break strategically along I 20 or US 84. The fuel cost is estimated at $56, so ensure your tank is topped off before you leave Wylie. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during that longest stretch of 182.3 miles on I 20, as services can be spaced out.
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 185.9 miles from Wylie, TX, or about 3h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 182.3 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 82 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 185.9 miles or 3h 21m 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 28m
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 Wylie, 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 Wylie, TX
This is one driving day of about 371.8 miles and 6h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Wylie, 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 I 20 for about 182.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
186 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 82 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 185.9 miles from Wylie, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 20 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 182.3 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.
Picnic Area
0 mi from route
Picnic Area
0 mi from route
I-20 Westbound Picnic Area
0 mi from route
I-20 Eastbound Picnic Area
0 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Eastland County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Eastland County Westbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Nolan County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
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
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Eagles Landing Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.2 mi from route
Callahan County Eastbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Callahan County Westbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.4 mi from route
QuikTrip
1.9 mi from route
Mr. Fuel Travel Center
2.4 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 websiteIn-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue & Educational Center
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
3.1 mi from route
~8 min detour
Wylie, Texas
Hours: Closed
+19724426888
Visit websiteParamount Theatre
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour
Halfway reset
4.3 mi from route
~11 min detour
Abilene, Texas
+13256769620
Visit websiteFort Worth Herd
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, ~10 min detour
First break
4.2 mi from route
~10 min detour
Fort Worth, Texas
Hours: 11:30 am–4 pm
+18173364373
Visit websiteAdamson-Spalding Storybook Garden
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour
Halfway reset
4.3 mi from route
~11 min detour
Abilene, Texas
Visit website12th Armored Division Memorial
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour
Halfway reset
4.2 mi from route
~10 min detour
Abilene, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+13256776515
Visit websiteThe Discovery Center & Truth Bookstore
4.4
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour
Halfway reset
4.4 mi from route
~11 min detour
Abilene, Texas
Hours: 1–5 pm
+13256735050
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 295 decision points cluster between mile 10.4 and 27.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
10.4 mi into trip
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~18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 75 South: Dallas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 75 South: Dallas
7
16.6 mi into trip
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~26m in
Take the exit toward I 635
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 21
Toward I 635
7
16.9 mi into trip
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~26m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 635 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 635 West
7
24.9 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward I 35E South: Dallas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Exit 27C
Toward I 35E South: Dallas
7
27.6 mi into trip
|
~38m in
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North Walton Walker Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto North Walton Walker Boulevard toward Loop 12 South: Irving, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 436A
Toward Loop 12 South: Irving, Dallas Fort Worth...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.92 one way
$101.85 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
130 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $56.88 | $113.76 |
| premium | $4.23 | $61.84 | $123.69 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $70.20 | $140.41 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.48
Central Expressway
(5.7 mi)
$0.46
President George Bush Turnpike
(0.3 mi)
$0.02
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 130.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 111.5 | 1 | $39.04 | $17.85 |
| Efficient EV | 93 | 1 | $32.53 | $14.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 148.7 | 1 | $52.05 | $23.80 |
Gas CO2
130 kg
EV CO2
44 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
Wylie, TX
Afternoon in Wylie on Sunday
Local time
2:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 5 mph
8% chance
Live forecast
Tornado Warning
Tornado Warning issued July 17 at 2:01AM CDT until July 17 at 2:15AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 1:58AM CDT until July 19 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Afternoon in Lubbock on Sunday
Local time
2:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSE 10 mph
15% chance
Live forecast
Tornado Warning
Tornado Warning issued July 17 at 2:01AM CDT until July 17 at 2:15AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 1:58AM CDT until July 19 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
98°F
Dublin, TX
186 mi in
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
8 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 32m 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?
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 371.8-mile trip, with 94% of the route utilizing major roadways like I 20 and US 84. You'll encounter one significant stretch of 182.3 miles on I 20, which is the longest uninterrupted segment. The character of the road is largely consistent, emphasizing efficient travel over varied scenery. This means you'll spend most of your time on well-maintained, high-speed roads designed for covering distance.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
48 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 182.3 mi on I 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and US 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 29 significant decision points across 371.8 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 10.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
3,203 ft
453 ft
Total Climb
2,924 ft
Total Descent
275 ft
Highest Point
3,203 ft
~371.8 mi in
Elevation Range
2,750 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.
Between Wylie, TX and Lubbock, TX, road signs point toward Loop 12 South: Irving and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.
Loop 12 South: Irving
27.6 mi in
|
~38m
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via North Walton Walker Boulevard
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
27.6 mi in
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~38m
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via North Walton Walker Boulevard
About the Cities
Starting in Wylie, TX
Full guide →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 32m. Total distance: 371.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 32m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 182.3 miles on I 20. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.48 in tolls one way, starting with Central Expressway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 34 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 34 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.5 hours each way, a round trip means 13.1 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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