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Trip from Lubbock, TX to Eagle Pass, TX

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Drive Time

7h 24m

Distance

408.2 mi

657 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$62

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
7h 14m ★
6 AM
7h 24m
8 AM
7h 45m
10 AM
7h 31m
12 PM
7h 29m
3 PM
7h 32m
5 PM
7h 44m
8 PM
7h 18m

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

county seat of Lubbock County, Texas, United States

Lubbock, TX

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city in and the county seat of Maverick County, Texas, United States

Eagle Pass, TX

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Trip Overview

Embark on a 408.2-mile journey from Lubbock, Texas, to Eagle Pass, Texas, a drive that will take approximately 7 hours and 24 minutes. This primarily highway-focused route, with 81% of it on major roads like US 277 and US Highway 87, is well-suited for a single day of travel. Budget around $62 for fuel, and plan for about two stops along the way. Given its manageable duration, this trip can comfortably be completed in one day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You'll be traversing the vast landscapes of the Great Plains throughout this Texan excursion.

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

204.1 miles from Lubbock, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 33m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a highway-focused drive, with a substantial 81% of the 408.2 miles spent on main roads including US 277 and US Highway 87. Expect a consistent pace for much of the trip, particularly during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 194.3 miles on US 277. While largely comprised of efficient highway travel, the overall character is that of a steady progression across the landscape rather than a winding, scenic byway. The William B Crooker Memorial Highway also contributes to the predominantly road-centric nature of this route.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 194.3 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.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 24m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 11 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 (US 277): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 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 | US 277

Keep slight right at fork onto US 277

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

5
347.1 mi into trip | ~6h 12m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

5
358.5 mi into trip | ~6h 24m in | US 277

At end of road, turn left onto US 277

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 277 194.3 mi 3h 38m
William B Crooker Memorial Highway 52.1 mi 52m
US Highway 87 51.2 mi 51m
US 87 32.3 mi 37m
North US Highway 87 18.1 mi 18m
South US Highway 87 18.1 mi 18m
US Highway 87 South 14.6 mi 14m
Judge Mike L Fernandez Loop 11.2 mi 12m
Longest stretch: US 277 — 194.3 mi, about 3h 38m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lubbock, TX and Eagle Pass, 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 right at fork onto US 277

63 mi · 1 hr 7 min · US 277
23

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
24

Merge onto Loop 79

11 mi · 12 min · Judge Mike L Fernandez Loop
25

At end of road, turn left onto US 277

50 mi · 59 min · US 277
26

Arrive at destination

US 277 Bus

Trip Plan

With a total duration of 7 hours and 24 minutes, it's advisable to start your 408.2-mile drive from Lubbock early in the morning to maximize daylight and allow ample time for your two planned stops. The longest stretch without a major break is nearly 200 miles on US 277, so ensure you're fueled up before embarking on that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as services can be spread out between towns. Given the estimated $62 fuel cost, it's a budget-friendly trip, but planning your fuel stops strategically will ensure a smooth journey to Eagle Pass.

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 204.1 miles from Lubbock, TX, or about 3h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 194.3 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 90 miles or 1h 33m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 204.1 miles or 3h 33m 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 13m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eagle Pass, 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 408.2 miles and 7h 24m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 90 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 194.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 204.1 mi from Lubbock, TX · 3h 33m into the drive

Downtown Live Oak, TX, TX

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Live Oak, TX

204 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 90 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Live Oak, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 204.1 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 194.3 miles.

Arriving in Eagle Pass, TX

The final approach into Eagle Pass, 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 Eagle Pass, TX.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$61.68 one way

$123.36 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 143 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $67.51 $135.03
premium $4.54 $72.88 $145.76
diesel $5.61 $90.13 $180.25

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$62

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$87–$112

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 142.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $43 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 122.5 1 $42.86 $19.59
Efficient EV 102.1 1 $35.72 $16.33
EV Truck/SUV 163.3 2 $57.15 $26.12

Gas CO2

143 kg

EV CO2

48 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 data refreshed 3 hours ago

Origin

Lubbock, TX

Morning in Lubbock on Wednesday

Local time

6:39 AM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Eagle Pass, TX

Morning in Eagle Pass on Wednesday

Local time

6:39 AM

CDT

Current temp

71°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

9 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 24m 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 Eagle Pass, TX covers 408.2 miles and takes about 7h 24m 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 204.1 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 $61.68 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 24m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 11 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 (US 277): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Lubbock, TX to Eagle Pass, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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