Origin
Denton, TX
Morning in Denton on Monday
Local time
10:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Denton, TX to Lubbock, TX
Drive Time
4h 44m
Distance
296 mi
476 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 32m
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6 AM
4h 45m
8 AM
5h 12m
10 AM
4h 54m
12 PM
4h 52m
3 PM
4h 56m
5 PM
5h 11m
8 PM
4h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Denton, TX
Mark Direen
Lubbock, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
The drive from Denton, TX to Lubbock, TX covers 296 miles and takes about 4h 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Locust Street, West University Drive, Highway 380 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $45.22 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
148 miles from Denton, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 44m drive with frequent turns across 296 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Locust Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 44m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Denton, TX to Lubbock, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Locust Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West University Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 380 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 287 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 82 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 82 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 82 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Locust Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Denton, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on West Hickory Street
184 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Hickory Street
2
Turn left onto North Locust Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Locust Street
3
Turn left onto West University Drive
5.8 mi
·
9 min
·
West University Drive
4
Continue on US Highway 380 West
22 mi
·
24 min
·
US Highway 380 West
5
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
6
Merge slight left onto North US Highway 287
72 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
North US Highway 287
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abilene
49 mi
·
54 min
·
US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abilene
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock
9
Turn right onto US Highway 82
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 82
10
Continue on North Main Street
0.6 mi
·
45 sec
·
North Main Street
11
Turn right onto East California Street
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East California Street
12
Continue on US Highway 82 West
93 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
US Highway 82 West
13
Continue on West Highway 82
24 mi
·
25 min
·
West Highway 82
14
Continue on East Main Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
15
Continue on US Highway 82
7.3 mi
·
7 min
·
US Highway 82
16
Continue on 4th Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Street
17
Continue on US Highway 82
25 mi
·
26 min
·
US Highway 82
18
Continue on Idalou Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Idalou Road
19
Continue on East 19th Street
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
East 19th Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 148 miles from Denton, TX, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
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 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 148 miles or 2h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 53m
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 Denton, 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 Denton, TX
This is one driving day of about 296 miles and 4h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Denton, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 148 mi from Denton, TX · 2h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
148 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 148 miles from Denton, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lubbock, TX
The final approach into Lubbock, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lubbock, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.22 one way
$90.43 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
104 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $49.55 | $99.10 |
| premium | $4.59 | $53.50 | $107.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $65.76 | $131.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 103.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 88.8 | 1 | $31.08 | $14.21 |
| Efficient EV | 74 | 0 | $25.90 | $11.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 118.4 | 1 | $41.44 | $18.94 |
Gas CO2
104 kg
EV CO2
35 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.
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Morning in Lubbock on Monday
Local time
10:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°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
4 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
4h 44m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Denton, TX to Lubbock, TX covers 296 miles and takes about 4h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Locust Street, West University Drive, Highway 380 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 148 miles from Denton, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $45.22 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 44m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Denton, TX to Lubbock, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Denton, TX to Lubbock, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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