This 331.8-mile drive from Horseshoe Bay, TX to Lubbock, TX is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can comfortably be completed in a single day, with an estimated driving time of 6 hours and 11 minutes. You'll primarily travel on US 84 and United States Highway 87, with a portion on TX 71, making it an 81% highway experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $50, and with only one recommended stop, it's a relatively direct route. Both your origin and destination are situated within the Great Plains region, suggesting a consistent landscape throughout your travels. This route is ideal for those seeking efficiency and a clear path across Texas.
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
165.9 miles from Horseshoe Bay, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 16m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 11m. Total distance: 331.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 11m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-centric experience on this 331.8-mile trip, with 81% of the drive taking place on major roadways like US 84 and US 87. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 74.5 miles on US 84, so be prepared for periods of sustained driving. While the profile is described as highway-focused, the inclusion of TX 71 might offer slight variations in road type. Overall, this route prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic byways, making it a predictable and efficient journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 38 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 84 is the longest continuous segment at about 74.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and TX 71. You will hit about 25 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Sombrero.
Driving Effort5/10
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 331.8 miles you will encounter 25 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 0.2 miles (Sombrero): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Big Spur North): Navigation decision point; at 150 miles (US 67; US 83 / Hutchings Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 25 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|Sombrero
Turn left onto Sombrero
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|Big Spur North
Turn right onto Big Spur North
Navigation decision point
6
150 mi into trip|~2h 58m in|US 67; US 83 / Hutchings Avenue
Turn right onto US 67; US 83 / Hutchings Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
150.1 mi into trip|~2h 58m in|TX 158 / North Broadway Street
Turn left onto TX 158 / North Broadway Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
215.6 mi into trip|~4h 10m in|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
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 84
74.5 mi
1h 14m
TX 71
48.7 mi
53m
United States Highway 87
32 mi
37m
State Highway 153
29.5 mi
33m
West State Highway 71
23.5 mi
34m
North Main Street
20.4 mi
21m
Highway 84
20 mi
19m
Roberts Avenue
16.5 mi
18m
Longest stretch:
US 84
— 74.5 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Horseshoe Bay, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on Rawhide
506 ft·14 sec·Rawhide
2
Turn right onto Silver Spur
299 ft·14 sec·Silver Spur
3
Turn left onto Sombrero
0.1 mi·17 sec·Sombrero
4
Turn right onto Big Spur North
0.1 mi·28 sec·Big Spur North
5
At end of road, turn right onto RM 2147
2.7 mi·4 min·West Ranch Road 2147
6
At end of road, turn right onto TX 71
24 mi·34 min·West State Highway 71
7
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 71
1.5 mi·2 min·TX 71
8
Turn left onto TX 29; TX 71
2.7 mi·3 min·West Young Street
9
Continue on TX 71
47 mi·50 min·TX 71
10
Turn right onto US 87; US 377
2.8 mi·3 min·US 87; US 377
11
At end of road, turn left onto US 87; US 190; US 377
0.3 mi·19 sec·Commerce Street
12
Turn straight onto US 87
32 mi·37 min·United States Highway 87
13
Turn right onto US 83
20 mi·21 min·North Main Street
14
Continue on US 83
17 mi·18 min·Roberts Avenue
15
Turn right onto US 67; US 83
387 ft·18 sec·Hutchings Avenue
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto TX 158
6.3 mi·7 min·North Broadway Street
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto FM 2111
12 mi·13 min·FM 2111
18
Turn left onto TX 153
29 mi·33 min·State Highway 153
19
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 153
19 ft·0 sec·State Highway 153
20
Turn right onto TX 70
10 mi·10 min·State Highway 70
21
Continue on TX 70
0.8 mi·1 min·Lamar Street
22
Turn left onto Northwest Georgia Avenue
0.1 mi·16 sec·Northwest Georgia Avenue
23
Take the ramp
340 ft·8 sec
Toward I 20 West: Midland
24
Merge onto I 20; US 84
6.0 mi·5 min·I 20; US 84
25
Take the exit onto US 84
0.3 mi·19 sec·US 84
Exit 238AToward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
26
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
74 mi·1 hr 14 min·US 84
27
Turn right onto Loop 46
1.0 mi·1 min·South Avenue F
28
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207
0.1 mi·10 sec·North Avenue F
29
Turn straight onto TX 207
0.4 mi·38 sec·Ralls Road
30
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi·17 sec·East 15th Street
31
Turn right onto US 84
1.0 mi·1 min·North US Highway 84
32
Continue on US 84
20 mi·19 min·Highway 84
33
Continue on US 84
4.6 mi·4 min·Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
34
Continue on US 84
6.8 mi·6 min·East Highway 84
35
Continue on US 84
4.9 mi·6 min·Slaton Road
36
Continue on US 84
2.9 mi·3 min·Avenue Q South Drive
37
Turn right onto US 62; TX 114
33 ft·0 sec·19th Street
38
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour and 11-minute estimated drive time, this route is very manageable as a single-day trip from Horseshoe Bay to Lubbock. Aim to depart early in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for a relaxed pace, keeping in mind the estimated fuel cost of $50. While there's only one recommended stop, plan for brief breaks as needed, especially during the longest stretch of 74.5 miles on US 84. Pay attention to road conditions, as highway travel can sometimes present unexpected construction or traffic. Having a full tank of gas before you leave Horseshoe Bay is a good idea.
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 165.9 miles from Horseshoe Bay, TX, or about 3h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.5 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 165.9 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 7m
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 Horseshoe Bay, 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 Horseshoe Bay, TX
This is one driving day of about 331.8 miles and 6h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 miles from Horseshoe Bay, 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 74.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 165.9 mi from Horseshoe Bay, TX
· 3h 16m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park tells the story of our 36th president beginning with his ancestors until his final resting place on his beloved LBJ Ranch. This entire "circle of life" gives...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.14 one way
$100.27 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg116 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$54.88
$109.76
premium
$4.54
$59.24
$118.48
diesel
$5.61
$73.26
$146.51
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 116.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
99.5
1
$34.84
$15.93
Efficient EV
83
0
$29.03
$13.27
EV Truck/SUV
132.7
1
$46.45
$21.24
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Horseshoe Bay, TX
Morning
in Horseshoe Bay on Friday
Local time
10:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lubbock, TX
Morning
in Lubbock on Friday
Local time
10:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°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
20 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 11m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Horseshoe Bay, TX to Lubbock, TX covers 331.8 miles and takes about 6h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 84, TX 71, United States Highway 87. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 165.9 miles from Horseshoe Bay, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $50.14 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 331.8 miles you will encounter 25 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Sombrero): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Big Spur North): Navigation decision point; at 150 miles (US 67; US 83 / Hutchings Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Horseshoe Bay, TX to Lubbock, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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.
