Trip from Lubbock, TX to Fabens, TX

Drive Time

6h 31m

Distance

394.5 mi

635 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$60

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

6h 19m ★

6 AM

6h 31m

8 AM

6h 56m

10 AM

6h 40m

12 PM

6h 37m

3 PM

6h 41m

5 PM

6h 54m

8 PM

6h 24m

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

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Lubbock, TX

Jeff Stapleton

Fabens, TX

Mark Direen

Trip Overview

The drive from Lubbock, TX to Fabens, TX covers 394.5 miles and takes about 6h 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 10, I 20, US Highway 87 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 136.9 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $60.26 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

197.3 miles from Lubbock, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 21m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 6h 31m highway drive covering 394.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and I 20. The longest continuous stretch is about 136.9 miles on I 10.

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

There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 136.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and I 20. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near 34th Street.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 394.5 miles you will encounter 17 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 1 miles (34th Street): Navigation decision point; at 63.9 miles (TX 349 / State Highway 349): Navigation decision point; at 123.1 miles (TX 349; FM 1788 / North FM 1788): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

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

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

Turn left onto 34th Street

Navigation decision point

63.9 mi into trip | ~1h 7m in | TX 349 / State Highway 349

Turn right onto TX 349 / State Highway 349

Navigation decision point

123.1 mi into trip | ~2h 6m in | TX 349; FM 1788 / North FM 1788

Turn left onto TX 349; FM 1788 / North FM 1788

Navigation decision point

131.6 mi into trip | ~2h 16m in

Take the exit toward Loop 338

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward Loop 338

132 mi into trip | ~2h 17m in | Loop 338 / Northeast Loop 338

Turn left onto Loop 338 / Northeast Loop 338

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Lubbock, TX to Fabens, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 338 along the way.

Loop 338

131.6 mi in | ~2h 16m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 10	136.9 mi	2h 9m
I 20	120.7 mi	1h 55m
US Highway 87	51.2 mi	51m
State Highway 349	46.8 mi	46m
TX 349	12.4 mi	12m
Tahoka Highway	4.4 mi	4m
Sergeant Michael Naylor Memorial Highway	3.2 mi	3m
North FM 1788	2.4 mi	3m

Longest stretch: I 10 — 136.9 mi, about 2h 9m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on US 62; TX 114

33 ft · 6 sec · 19th Street

Turn left onto US 84

1.0 mi · 1 min · Avenue Q

Turn left onto 34th Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · 34th Street

Turn right onto Interstate 27

263 ft · 5 sec · Interstate 27

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 46 sec

Merge onto I 27; US 87

2.2 mi · 2 min · Marshall Formby Memorial Highway

Continue on I 27; US 87

4.4 mi · 4 min · Tahoka Highway

Continue on US 87

51 mi · 51 min · US Highway 87

Continue on US 87

1.1 mi · 1 min · Lubbock Highway

Continue on US 87

1.7 mi · 1 min · North Lynn Avenue

Continue on US 87; US 180

1.4 mi · 1 min · South Dallas Avenue

Turn right onto TX 349

47 mi · 46 min · State Highway 349

Take the exit onto TX 349

12 mi · 12 min · TX 349

Turn left onto TX 349; FM 1788

2.4 mi · 3 min · North FM 1788

Turn right onto State Highway 191

0.4 mi · 26 sec · State Highway 191

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 21 sec

Merge onto TX 191

3.2 mi · 3 min · Sergeant Michael Naylor Memorial Highway

Continue on TX 191

2.3 mi · 2 min · Chris Kyle Memorial Highway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Toward Loop 338

Turn straight onto State Highway 191 East

0.2 mi · 33 sec · State Highway 191 East

Turn left onto Loop 338

436 ft · 16 sec · Northeast Loop 338

Use the left / straight lanes.

Continue on Loop 338

1.5 mi · 2 min · Ray C. Stoker, Jr. Memorial Highway

Use the straight lane.

Continue on Loop 338

0.7 mi · 49 sec · Northeast Loop 338

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto East Interstate 20

0.1 mi · 14 sec · East Interstate 20

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Toward I 20 West: El Paso

Merge onto I 20

121 mi · 1 hr 55 min · I 20

Merge onto I 10

137 mi · 2 hr 9 min · I 10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Toward FM 793: Fabens

Turn left onto FM 793

325 ft · 6 sec · San Felipe Road

Continue on FM 793

2.1 mi · 3 min · Fabens Road

Turn left

155 ft · 11 sec

Arrive at destination

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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 197.3 miles from Lubbock, TX, or about 3h 21m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 136.9 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 87 miles or 1h 30m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 197.3 miles or 3h 21m 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 31m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Lubbock, 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 Lubbock, TX

This is one driving day of about 394.5 miles and 6h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 87 miles from Lubbock, 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 I 10 for about 136.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 197.3 mi from Lubbock, TX · 3h 21m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Kermit, TX

197 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

Lamesa, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 87 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Kermit, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 197.3 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 I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 136.9 miles.

Arriving in Fabens, TX

The final approach into Fabens, 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 Fabens, 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

$60.26 one way

$120.52 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 138 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$66.04	$132.08
premium	$4.59	$71.31	$142.61
diesel	$5.64	$87.64	$175.29

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$60

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$85–$110

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 138 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	118.4	1	$41.42	$18.94
Efficient EV	98.6	1	$34.52	$15.78
EV Truck/SUV	157.8	1	$55.23	$25.25

Gas CO2

138 kg

EV CO2

46 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Lubbock, TX

Morning in Lubbock on Monday

Local time

10:25 AM

CDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fabens, TX

Morning in Fabens on Monday

Local time

9:25 AM

MDT

Current temp

49°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

1 hour earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

5 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

6h 31m 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 Fabens, TX covers 394.5 miles and takes about 6h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 10, I 20, 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 197.3 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 $60.26 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.

On the drive from Lubbock, TX to Fabens, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 338 along the way.

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Trip from Lubbock, TX to Fabens, TX

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Fabens, TX

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Lubbock, TX

Fabens, TX

1 hour earlier

5 degrees cooler at arrival

6h 31m on the road

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