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Trip from Lubbock, TX to Carrizo Springs, TX

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

Drive Time

7h 59m

Distance

436.2 mi

702 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$66

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
7h 51m ★
6 AM
7h 59m
8 AM
8h 17m
10 AM
8h 5m
12 PM
8h 4m
3 PM
8h 6m
5 PM
8h 16m
8 PM
7h 54m

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

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county seat of Lubbock County, Texas, United States

Lubbock, TX

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city in and county seat of Dimmit County, Texas, United States

Carrizo Springs, TX

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Trip Overview

The drive from Lubbock, TX to Carrizo Springs, TX covers 436.2 miles and takes about 7h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 277, William B Crooker Memorial Highway, US Highway 87 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 81.8 miles on US 277. At current regular gas prices, budget about $65.91 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

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

218.1 miles from Lubbock, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 49m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 59m. Total distance: 436.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 59m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (83%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 7h 59m highway drive covering 436.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 277 and William B Crooker Memorial Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 81.8 miles on US 277.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 277 is the longest continuous segment at about 81.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 277 and William B Crooker Memorial Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near 34th Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 59m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 12 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (34th Street): Navigation decision point; at 201.7 miles (US 277): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 284.2 miles (TX 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

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
1 mi into trip | ~1m in | 34th Street

Turn left onto 34th Street

Navigation decision point

4
201.7 mi into trip | ~3h 30m in | US 277

Take the exit onto US 277 toward US 277 South: Eldorado

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward US 277 South: Eldorado
4
284.2 mi into trip | ~5h 4m in | TX 55

Keep slight left at fork onto TX 55

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

4
317.5 mi into trip | ~5h 42m in | TX 55 / South Texas Highway 55

Turn right onto TX 55 / South Texas Highway 55

Navigation decision point

4
384.1 mi into trip | ~6h 59m in | US 83 / Milam Street

Turn right onto US 83 / Milam Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 277 81.8 mi 1h 31m
William B Crooker Memorial Highway 52.1 mi 52m
US Highway 87 51.2 mi 51m
South US Highway 83 46.8 mi 53m
South State Highway 55 36.6 mi 41m
TX 55 33.3 mi 37m
US 87 32.3 mi 37m
South Texas Highway 55 25.4 mi 28m
Longest stretch: US 277 — 81.8 mi, about 1h 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on US 62; TX 114

33 ft · 6 sec · 19th Street
2

Turn left onto US 84

1.0 mi · 1 min · Avenue Q
3

Turn left onto 34th Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · 34th Street
4

Turn right onto Interstate 27

263 ft · 5 sec · Interstate 27
5

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 46 sec
6

Merge onto I 27; US 87

2.2 mi · 2 min · Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
7

Continue on I 27; US 87

4.4 mi · 4 min · Tahoka Highway
8

Continue on US 87

51 mi · 51 min · US Highway 87
9

Continue on US 87

1.1 mi · 1 min · Lubbock Highway
10

Continue on US 87

1.7 mi · 1 min · North Lynn Avenue
11

Continue on US 87; US 180

1.3 mi · 1 min · South Dallas Avenue
12

Continue on US 87; US 180

18 mi · 18 min · South US Highway 87
13

Continue on US 87

1.4 mi · 1 min · William Crooker Highway
14

Continue on US 87

18 mi · 18 min · North US Highway 87
15

Continue on US 87

52 mi · 52 min · William B Crooker Memorial Highway
16

Continue on US 87; TX 158; TX 163

1.2 mi · 2 min · 4th Street
17

Continue on US 87

15 mi · 14 min · US Highway 87 South
18

Continue on US 87

32 mi · 37 min · US 87
19

Take the exit onto US 277

60 mi · 1 hr 7 min · US 277
Toward US 277 South: Eldorado
20

Turn left onto US 277; Loop 467

0.8 mi · 1 min · North Crockett Avenue
21

Turn right onto US 277

22 mi · 24 min · US 277
22

Keep slight left at fork onto TX 55

33 mi · 37 min · TX 55
23

Turn right onto TX 55

25 mi · 28 min · South Texas Highway 55
24

Continue on TX 55

3.6 mi · 4 min · North State Highway 55
25

Continue on TX 55

1.0 mi · 2 min · North Nueces Street
26

Continue on TX 55

37 mi · 41 min · South State Highway 55
27

Turn right onto US 83

0.6 mi · 43 sec · Milam Street
28

Continue on US 83

1.9 mi · 2 min · North Getty Street
29

Turn right onto US 83

1.2 mi · 1 min · Crystal City Highway
30

Continue on US 83

47 mi · 53 min · South US Highway 83
31

Continue on US 83

1.4 mi · 1 min · North 1st Street
32

Turn right onto US 277

0.2 mi · 15 sec · Peña Street
33

Arrive at destination

US 277

Trip Plan

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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 218.1 miles from Lubbock, TX, or about 3h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.8 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 96 miles or 1h 39m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 218.1 miles or 3h 49m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 50m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Carrizo Springs, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Lubbock, 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.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Lubbock, TX

This is one driving day of about 436.2 miles and 7h 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 96 miles from Lubbock, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 277 for about 81.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 218.1 mi from Lubbock, TX · 3h 49m into the drive

Downtown Live Oak, TX, TX

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Live Oak, TX

218 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

Big Spring, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 96 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Live Oak, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 218.1 miles from Lubbock, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 277 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81.8 miles.

Arriving in Carrizo Springs, TX

The final approach into Carrizo Springs, 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 Carrizo Springs, TX.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Mackenzie Main City Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Lubbock, Texas

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18067752673

Visit website

American Windmill Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Lubbock, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18067478734

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$65.91 one way

$131.82 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 153 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $72.14 $144.29
premium $4.54 $77.88 $155.76
diesel $5.61 $96.31 $192.61

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$66

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$91–$116

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 152.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $46 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 130.9 1 $45.80 $20.94
Efficient EV 109.1 1 $38.17 $17.45
EV Truck/SUV 174.5 2 $61.07 $27.92

Gas CO2

153 kg

EV CO2

51 kg (67% 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

Lubbock, TX

Morning in Lubbock on Friday

Local time

10:06 AM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Carrizo Springs, TX

Morning in Carrizo Springs on Friday

Local time

10:06 AM

CDT

Current temp

79°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

1 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

7h 59m 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 Lubbock, TX to Carrizo Springs, TX covers 436.2 miles and takes about 7h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 277, William B Crooker Memorial Highway, US 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 218.1 miles from Lubbock, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $65.91 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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 59m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 12 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.

The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (34th Street): Navigation decision point; at 201.7 miles (US 277): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 284.2 miles (TX 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

The route from Lubbock, TX to Carrizo Springs, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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