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Trip from Lewisville, TX to Lubbock, TX

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 53m

Distance

323.7 mi

521 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$49

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 41m ★
6 AM
5h 54m
8 AM
6h 20m
10 AM
6h 3m
12 PM
6h 0m
3 PM
6h 4m
5 PM
6h 19m
8 PM
5h 46m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city in Denton and Dallas counties in Texas, United States

Lewisville, TX

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county seat of Lubbock County, Texas, United States

Lubbock, TX

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Trip Overview

This 323.7-mile journey from Lewisville, TX, to Lubbock, TX, is a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 53 minutes. You'll spend most of your time on US Highway 82 West and North US Highway 287, with 96% of the route being highway driving. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $49. This route is a classic Great Plains traverse, offering a direct path across the state. It's a practical option for those looking to cover ground efficiently, with only one recommended stop needed along the way.

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

161.9 miles from Lewisville, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 58m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 53m. Total distance: 323.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

Expect a largely highway-focused experience on this route, with 96% of your drive utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 93.5 miles on US Highway 82 West, offering a significant period of consistent travel. You'll primarily be on US Highway 82 West and North US Highway 287, which are designed for steady progress. This profile means you'll likely experience a consistent driving pace for the majority of the 5-hour, 53-minute trip.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 82 West is the longest continuous segment at about 93.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 82 West and North US Highway 287. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Church Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 5h 53m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (I 35E / North Stemmons Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Church Street

Turn left onto West Church Street

Navigation decision point

5
1.6 mi into trip | ~2m in | 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
17.3 mi into trip | ~19m 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
114.9 mi into trip | ~2h 5m in | 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...
5
163.6 mi into trip | ~3h in | US 82

Take the exit onto US 82 toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock

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 Lewisville, TX to Lubbock, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Abilene along the way.

Abilene

114.9 mi in | ~2h 5m | via US 82

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
West University Drive 3.4 mi 4m
Longest stretch: US Highway 82 West — 93.5 mi, about 1h 38m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lewisville, TX and Lubbock, TX.

1

Start on South Mill Street

367 ft · 16 sec · South Mill Street
2

Turn left onto West Church Street

0.3 mi · 33 sec · West Church Street
3

Continue on West Main Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · West Main Street
4

Turn right onto North Stemmons Freeway

0.6 mi · 50 sec · North Stemmons Freeway
5

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 16 sec
Toward I 35E North, US 77 North
6

Merge onto I 35E

16 mi · 16 min · North Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Continue on I 35; US 77

0.1 mi · 9 sec · I 35; US 77
8

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 16 sec
Exit 469 Toward US 380: University Drive
9

Turn straight onto North Interstate 35

0.4 mi · 47 sec · North Interstate 35
10

Turn left onto US 380

3.4 mi · 4 min · West University Drive
Use the straight / left lanes.
11

Continue on US 380

22 mi · 24 min · US Highway 380 West
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 39 sec
13

Merge onto US 81; US 287

72 mi · 1 hr 14 min · North US Highway 287
14

Take the exit onto US 82

49 mi · 54 min · US 82
Toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abilene
15

Take the exit onto US 82

0.4 mi · 52 sec · US 82
Toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock
16

Turn right onto US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business

1.5 mi · 1 min · US Highway 82
17

Continue on US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business

0.6 mi · 45 sec · North Main Street
18

Turn right onto US 82; TX 114

1.6 mi · 1 min · East California Street
19

Continue on US 82; TX 114

93 mi · 1 hr 38 min · US Highway 82 West
20

Continue on US 82; TX 114

24 mi · 25 min · West Highway 82
21

Continue on US 82; TX 114

1.0 mi · 1 min · East Main Street
22

Continue on US 82; TX 114

7.3 mi · 7 min · US Highway 82
23

Continue on US 82; TX 114

1.0 mi · 1 min · 4th Street
24

Continue on US 82; TX 114

25 mi · 26 min · US Highway 82
25

Continue on US 62; TX 114

2.1 mi · 3 min · Idalou Road
Toward US 62, TX 114
26

Continue on US 62; TX 114

2.1 mi · 3 min · East 19th Street
27

Arrive at destination

US 62; TX 114

Trip Plan

Given the 5 hour and 53 minute duration, this trip is best tackled as a single-day adventure, so consider an early morning departure from Lewisville to maximize your daylight hours. The recommended single stop is a good opportunity to refuel and stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch of 93.5 miles on US Highway 82 West, as services can sometimes be spread out on these highways. This straightforward drive offers flexibility, so you can adjust your pace as needed.

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 161.9 miles from Lewisville, TX, or about 2h 58m 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 71 miles or 1h 20m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 161.9 miles or 2h 58m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 48m

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 Lewisville, 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 Lewisville, TX

This is one driving day of about 323.7 miles and 5h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Lewisville, 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.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 161.9 mi from Lewisville, TX · 2h 58m into the drive

Downtown Wichita Falls, TX, TX

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Wichita Falls, TX

162 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

Jacksboro, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Vernon, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 161.9 miles from Lewisville, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US Highway 82 West if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93.5 miles.

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

$48.91 one way

$97.82 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 113 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $53.54 $107.08
premium $4.54 $57.79 $115.59
diesel $5.61 $71.47 $142.94

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$49

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$74–$99

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 113.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 97.1 1 $33.99 $15.54
Efficient EV 80.9 0 $28.32 $12.95
EV Truck/SUV 129.5 1 $45.32 $20.72

Gas CO2

113 kg

EV CO2

38 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

Lewisville, TX

Morning in Lewisville on Friday

Local time

6:56 AM

CDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lubbock, TX

Morning in Lubbock on Friday

Local time

6:56 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

5h 53m 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 Lewisville, TX to Lubbock, TX covers 323.7 miles and takes about 5h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US Highway 82 West, North US Highway 287, US 82. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 161.9 miles from Lewisville, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.91 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 5h 53m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (I 35E / North Stemmons Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

On the drive from Lewisville, TX to Lubbock, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Abilene along the way.

How this page is built

Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.

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