Origin
Lubbock, TX
Afternoon in Lubbock on Sunday
Local time
3:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lubbock, TX to San Angelo, TX
Drive Time
3h 25m
Distance
197.6 mi
318 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 14m
★
6 AM
3h 26m
8 AM
3h 50m
10 AM
3h 34m
12 PM
3h 32m
3 PM
3h 35m
5 PM
3h 49m
8 PM
3h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lubbock, TX
Jeff Stapleton
San Angelo, TX
Mark Direen
Trip Overview
Traveling from Lubbock to San Angelo covers 197.6 miles of Texas landscape, a journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 25 minutes. Because this trip is relatively short, it is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $30 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly way to navigate between these two Great Plains cities. Whether you are heading south for business or a change of scenery, the route is straightforward and efficient. Planning for one scheduled stop is a good idea to keep your energy up behind the wheel. Ultimately, this drive offers a practical connection across the region that fits well into a busy itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
98.8 miles from Lubbock, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 41m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive relies heavily on US Highway 87 and the William B Crooker Memorial Highway, which together account for 65% of your total mileage. You will find yourself settling into a steady rhythm, particularly during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 52.1 miles along the William B Crooker Memorial Highway. The personality of this trip is defined by consistent, open road conditions that favor efficiency over technical maneuvering. As you progress through the Great Plains, the environment remains largely uniform, allowing you to maintain a predictable pace throughout the journey. Prepare for a standard highway experience that prioritizes direct travel between your starting point and your final destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
William B Crooker Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 52.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on William B Crooker Memorial Highway and US Highway 87. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 84 / Avenue Q.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Lubbock, TX to San Angelo, TX is easy. At 3h 25m with 65% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 84 / Avenue Q): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (34th Street): Navigation decision point; at 196.3 miles (North Chadbourne Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 84 / Avenue Q
Turn left onto US 84 / Avenue Q
Navigation decision point
4
1 mi into trip
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~1m in
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34th Street
Turn left onto 34th Street
Navigation decision point
4
196.3 mi into trip
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~3h 22m in
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North Chadbourne Street
Turn right onto North Chadbourne Street
Navigation decision point
4
197.1 mi into trip
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~3h 24m in
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East 5th Street
At end of road, turn left onto East 5th Street
Navigation decision point
4
197.6 mi into trip
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~3h 25m in
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East Harris Avenue
Turn left onto East Harris Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| William B Crooker Memorial Highway | 52.1 mi | 52m |
| US Highway 87 | 51.2 mi | 51m |
| US 87 | 26.5 mi | 28m |
| North US Highway 87 | 18.1 mi | 18m |
| South US Highway 87 | 18.1 mi | 18m |
| US Highway 87 South | 14.6 mi | 14m |
| Tahoka Highway | 4.4 mi | 4m |
| Marshall Formby Memorial Highway | 2.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
William B Crooker Memorial Highway
— 52.1 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lubbock, TX and San Angelo, 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
27 mi
·
28 min
·
US 87
Use the none lane.
19
Turn left onto TX 208
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
West 19th Street
20
Turn right onto North Chadbourne Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Chadbourne Street
21
At end of road, turn left onto East 5th Street
273 ft
·
7 sec
·
East 5th Street
22
Turn right onto North Chadbourne Street
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
North Chadbourne Street
23
Turn left onto East Harris Avenue
73 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Harris Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
East Harris Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 3-hour and 25-minute trip, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic hours in Lubbock or San Angelo. Since you only have one recommended stop, choose a location where you can stretch your legs and refuel comfortably to maximize your efficiency. Given the 197.6-mile distance, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your pace if you encounter unexpected road conditions or weather. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge throughout the trip, as maintaining a steady speed will help you stick to that estimated $30 budget. My best tip for this specific route is to prioritize your single stop around the halfway point, as this helps break up the monotony of the long highway stretches.
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 98.8 miles from Lubbock, TX, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.1 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 98.8 miles or 1h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near San Angelo, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lubbock, TX
This is one driving day of about 197.6 miles and 3h 25m.
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 William B Crooker Memorial Highway for about 52.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 98.8 mi from Lubbock, TX · 1h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
99 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 98.8 miles from Lubbock, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in San Angelo, TX
The final approach into San Angelo, 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 San Angelo, 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
$30.18 one way
$60.37 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
69 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $33.08 | $66.16 |
| premium | $4.59 | $35.72 | $71.43 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $43.90 | $87.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.3 | 0 | $20.75 | $9.48 |
| Efficient EV | 49.4 | 0 | $17.29 | $7.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79 | 0 | $27.66 | $12.65 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
San Angelo, TX
Afternoon in San Angelo on Sunday
Local time
3:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 25m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 San Angelo, TX covers 197.6 miles and takes about 3h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are William B Crooker Memorial Highway, US Highway 87, US 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 98.8 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 $30.18 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Lubbock, TX to San Angelo, TX is easy. At 3h 25m with 65% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 84 / Avenue Q): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (34th Street): Navigation decision point; at 196.3 miles (North Chadbourne Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Lubbock, TX to San Angelo, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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