Origin
Lubbock, TX
Evening in Lubbock on Sunday
Local time
5:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lubbock, TX to Lakeway, TX
Drive Time
6h 51m
Distance
362.5 mi
583 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$55
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 40m
★
6 AM
6h 52m
8 AM
7h 15m
10 AM
7h 0m
12 PM
6h 57m
3 PM
7h 1m
5 PM
7h 14m
8 PM
6h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lubbock, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Lakeway, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
Traveling from Lubbock to Lakeway covers approximately 362.5 miles of Texas terrain, typically requiring about 6 hours and 51 minutes of time behind the wheel. Because the route stays within the Great Plains region, you can expect a consistent landscape throughout the journey. While it is technically possible to complete this drive in a single day, the nearly seven-hour duration makes it a substantial commitment that will occupy most of your daylight hours. Budgeting around $55 for fuel is a solid baseline for your trip planning. Whether you prefer a direct push or a more leisurely pace, this highway-focused route offers a straightforward connection between these two Texas hubs.
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
181.3 miles from Lubbock, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 74% of the journey spent on major thoroughfares like US Highway 84, TX 71, and State Highway 71. You will encounter a variety of road types, transitioning between faster highway stretches and slower local segments as you navigate toward Lakeway. Be prepared for a long haul, as the longest uninterrupted stretch spans 73.9 miles on US Highway 84. The road’s personality is defined by these sustained highway sections, which allow for steady progress but require focused attention during the longer, monotonous stretches. Expect the driving experience to feel consistent and practical rather than overly technical.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 37 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 84 is the longest continuous segment at about 73.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 84 and TX 71. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 115.7 miles in near US 84.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 51m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 22 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 115.7 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 122.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 181.6 miles (US 67; US 83 / Hutchings Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
115.7 mi into trip
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~1h 59m in
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US 84
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84 toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
6
122.2 mi into trip
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~2h 6m in
Take the exit toward SH 70 South, SH 70 Business: Sweetwater, San Angelo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 244
Toward SH 70 South, SH 70 Business: Sweetwater,...
5
181.6 mi into trip
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~3h 12m in
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US 67; US 83 / Hutchings Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto US 67; US 83 / Hutchings Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
181.7 mi into trip
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~3h 12m in
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US 83 / South 7th Street
Turn left onto US 83 / South 7th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
303.7 mi into trip
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~5h 27m in
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TX 16; TX 71 / Bessemer Avenue
Turn right onto TX 16; TX 71 / Bessemer Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Lubbock, TX and Lakeway, TX, road signs point toward Sh 70 South, Sh 70 Business: Sweetwater and San Angelo.
Sh 70 South
122.2 mi in
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~2h 6m
Sh 70 Business: Sweetwater
122.2 mi in
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~2h 6m
San Angelo
122.2 mi in
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~2h 6m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 84 | 73.9 mi | 1h 14m |
| TX 71 | 52.2 mi | 1h 9m |
| State Highway 71 | 47.2 mi | 50m |
| East Broadway Street | 32 mi | 37m |
| State Highway 153 | 29.5 mi | 33m |
| East Highway 84 | 26.9 mi | 26m |
| Grassmeyer Street | 20.4 mi | 21m |
| South 7th Street | 16.5 mi | 18m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 84
— 73.9 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lubbock, TX and Lakeway, TX.
1
Start on US 62; TX 114
33 ft
·
6 sec
·
19th Street
2
Turn left onto US 84
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Avenue Q
3
Continue on US 84
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Slaton Road
4
Continue on US 84
6.9 mi
·
6 min
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East Highway 84
5
Continue on US 84
4.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
6
Continue on US 84
20 mi
·
20 min
·
East Highway 84
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on US 84
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North US Highway 84
Use the none lane.
8
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
East 15th Street
9
Turn right onto TX 207
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
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Ralls Road
10
Turn straight onto TX 207
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Avenue F
11
At end of road, turn left onto US 84
74 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
US Highway 84
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
6.5 mi
·
6 min
·
US 84
Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 244
Toward SH 70 South, SH 70 Business: Sweetwater, San Angelo
14
Turn slight left onto Southwest Georgia Avenue
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Southwest Georgia Avenue
15
Turn right onto TX 70
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lamar Street
16
Continue on TX 70
10 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 70
17
Turn left onto TX 153
29 mi
·
33 min
·
State Highway 153
18
Turn right onto FM 2111
12 mi
·
13 min
·
FM 2111
19
Turn left onto TX 158
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
TX 158
20
At end of road, turn right onto US 67; US 83
387 ft
·
18 sec
·
Hutchings Avenue
21
Turn left onto US 83
17 mi
·
18 min
·
South 7th Street
Use the left lane.
22
Continue on US 83
20 mi
·
21 min
·
Grassmeyer Street
23
Turn left onto US 87
32 mi
·
37 min
·
East Broadway Street
24
Continue on US 87
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Commerce Street
25
Turn right onto US 87; US 190; US 377
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Bridge Street
26
Turn left onto TX 71
47 mi
·
50 min
·
State Highway 71
27
Turn left onto TX 29; TX 71
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
TX 29; TX 71
28
Turn right onto TX 16; TX 71
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Bessemer Avenue
Use the none lane.
29
Continue on TX 16; TX 71
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Ford Street
30
Turn left onto TX 71
52 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
TX 71
Use the none lane.
31
Turn left onto Bee Creek Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Bee Creek Road
32
Enter roundabout onto Highlands Boulevard
130 ft
·
2 sec
·
Highlands Boulevard
33
Continue on Highlands Boulevard
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Highlands Boulevard
34
Turn right onto Lakeway Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Lakeway Boulevard
35
Turn left onto Lohmans Crossing Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Lohmans Crossing Road
36
Turn right
112 ft
·
8 sec
37
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To keep your drive manageable, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh during the 362.5-mile journey. Departing early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid fatigue and ensure you arrive in Lakeway with plenty of time to settle in. Since the route is optimized for a single-day push, maintain a steady pace to avoid hitting peak traffic during the final miles of your trip. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, especially during that 73.9-mile stretch on US Highway 84, and consider topping off your tank before starting that segment. Flexibility is your main advantage here, so adjust your rest intervals based on how you feel as you transition from the Great Plains roads onto the final highway sections.
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 181.3 miles from Lubbock, TX, or about 3h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.9 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 80 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 181.3 miles or 3h 11m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lakeway, 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.
+
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 Lubbock, TX
This is one driving day of about 362.5 miles and 6h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 US Highway 84 for about 73.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 181.3 mi from Lubbock, TX · 3h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
181 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 181.3 miles from Lubbock, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 84 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.9 miles.
Arriving in Lakeway, TX
The final approach into Lakeway, 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 Lakeway, 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
$55.37 one way
$110.75 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
127 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $60.68 | $121.37 |
| premium | $4.59 | $65.52 | $131.04 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $80.53 | $161.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 126.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 108.8 | 1 | $38.06 | $17.40 |
| Efficient EV | 90.6 | 1 | $31.72 | $14.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 145 | 1 | $50.75 | $23.20 |
Gas CO2
127 kg
EV CO2
42 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.
Destination
Lakeway, TX
Evening in Lakeway on Sunday
Local time
5:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
54°F
Brownwood, TX
181 mi in
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
11 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 51m 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 Lakeway, TX covers 362.5 miles and takes about 6h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 84, TX 71, State Highway 71. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 181.3 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 $55.37 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 51m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 22 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
The main spots that need attention: at 115.7 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 122.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 181.6 miles (US 67; US 83 / Hutchings Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Between Lubbock, TX and Lakeway, TX, road signs point toward Sh 70 South, Sh 70 Business: Sweetwater and San Angelo.
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