Origin
Manvel, TX
Evening in Manvel on Wednesday
Local time
8:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manvel, TX to Lubbock, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
10h 2m
Distance
552.3 mi
889 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$83
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
9h 53m
★
6 AM
10h 2m
8 AM
10h 20m
10 AM
10h 8m
12 PM
10h 7m
3 PM
10h 9m
5 PM
10h 19m
8 PM
9h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manvel, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Lubbock, TX
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Trip Overview
This 552.3-mile journey from Manvel, Texas, to Lubbock, Texas, is a significant undertaking, clocking in at around 10 hours and 2 minutes of pure driving time. Given its length, attempting this as a single-day trip is not recommended; splitting it over two days is a much more practical approach. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is approximately $83. You'll primarily navigate on US 84, TX 71, and North US Highway 183, covering a substantial 84% of the distance on highways. Both your origin and destination are situated within the Great Plains region, so expect a consistent landscape throughout your travel.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
276.1 miles from Manvel, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5h 4m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route offers a predominantly highway driving experience, with 84% of the total mileage spent on major roadways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 104.9 miles on US 84, meaning you can cover significant ground without frequent turns or stops. While it's a long-distance drive, it's not necessarily a monotonous interstate grind; expect a mix of highway travel that allows for consistent progress towards your destination. The character of the road is geared towards covering distance efficiently, making it suitable for those prioritizing arrival time.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 54 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 84 is the longest continuous segment at about 104.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and TX 71. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.6 miles in near Brazoria County Expressway.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 30 significant decision points across 552.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.6 miles (Brazoria County Expressway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 30 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
10.6 mi into trip
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~13m in
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Brazoria County Expressway
Take the exit onto Brazoria County Expressway toward SHT West, SHT East: Sam Houston Tollway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward SHT West, SHT East: Sam Houston Tollway
7
11 mi into trip
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~14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SHT West: Sam Houston Tollway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward SHT West: Sam Houston Tollway
7
31.1 mi into trip
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~38m in
Take the exit toward I 10 West, I 10 East: San Antonio, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 10 West, I 10 East: San Antonio, Downt...
7
31.4 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: San Antonio
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 10 West: San Antonio
7
175.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 13m in
Take the exit toward US 183 North, 183 Toll North: Lampasas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 183 North, 183 Toll North: Lampasas
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Manvel, TX and Lubbock, TX, road signs point toward Downtown, Austin and 183 Toll North: Lampasas.
Downtown
31.1 mi in
|
~38m
Austin
93.4 mi in
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~1h 45m
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via TX 71
183 Toll North: Lampasas
175.1 mi in
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~3h 13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 84 | 104.9 mi | 1h 49m |
| TX 71 | 77.7 mi | 1h 22m |
| North US Highway 183 | 72.6 mi | 1h 18m |
| State Highway 153 | 69 mi | 1h 14m |
| Katy Freeway | 60.9 mi | 1h 4m |
| East Commerce Street | 22 mi | 25m |
| Highway 84 | 20 mi | 19m |
| US 183 | 14.6 mi | 16m |
Longest stretch:
US 84
— 104.9 mi, about 1h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manvel, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on CR 67
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
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Masters Road
2
Turn left onto TX 6
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
TX 6
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward TX 288 North
4
Merge onto TX 288
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Nolan Ryan Expressway
5
Continue on TX 288
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
South Freeway
6
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 288 Toll
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Brazoria County Expressway
7
Take the exit onto Brazoria County Expressway
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Brazoria County Expressway
Toward SHT West, SHT East: Sam Houston Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward SHT West: Sam Houston Tollway
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto SHT
10 mi
·
11 min
·
South Sam Houston Tollway West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on BW 8
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Sam Houston Parkway West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on SHT
7.0 mi
·
7 min
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West Sam Houston Tollway South
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 10 West, I 10 East: San Antonio, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 10 West: San Antonio
Use the slight left lane.
14
Merge onto I 10; US 90
61 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
Katy Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit onto TX 71
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
·
TX 71
Toward TX 71 West: La Grange, Austin
16
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 71
77 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
TX 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on 71 Toll
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bastrop Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on TX 71
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East State Highway 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 183 North, 183 Toll North: Lampasas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Merge onto US 183
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
Bastrop Highway
21
Continue on 183 Toll
6.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Bergstrom Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on US 183
15 mi
·
16 min
·
US 183
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on 183A Toll
15 mi
·
14 min
·
183A Toll
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on US 183
36 mi
·
38 min
·
North US Highway 183
25
Continue on US 183
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
South Key Avenue
26
Continue on US 183; US 190; US 281
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
North US Highway 281
27
Keep slight left at fork onto US 183; US 190
37 mi
·
40 min
·
North US Highway 183
28
At end of road, turn left onto US 84; US 183; TX 16
30 mi
·
34 min
·
US 84; US 183; TX 16
29
Turn left onto US 67; US 84; US 183; US 377
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Early Boulevard
30
Continue on US 67; US 84; US 377
22 mi
·
25 min
·
East Commerce Street
31
Keep slight right at fork onto US 84; US 283
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Wallis Avenue
32
Turn right onto TX 153
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Walnut Street
33
Continue on TX 153; TX 206
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Walnut Street
34
Continue on TX 153
69 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
State Highway 153
35
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 153
19 ft
·
0 sec
·
State Highway 153
36
Turn right onto TX 70
10 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 70
37
Continue on TX 70
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lamar Street
38
Turn left onto Northwest Georgia Avenue
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Northwest Georgia Avenue
39
Take the ramp
340 ft
·
8 sec
Toward I 20 West: Midland
40
Merge onto I 20; US 84
6.0 mi
·
5 min
·
I 20; US 84
41
Take the exit onto US 84
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 84
Exit 238A
Toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
42
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
74 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
US 84
43
Turn right onto Loop 46
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Avenue F
44
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
North Avenue F
45
Turn straight onto TX 207
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Ralls Road
46
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
East 15th Street
47
Turn right onto US 84
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North US Highway 84
48
Continue on US 84
20 mi
·
19 min
·
Highway 84
49
Continue on US 84
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
50
Continue on US 84
6.8 mi
·
6 min
·
East Highway 84
51
Continue on US 84
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Slaton Road
52
Continue on US 84
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Avenue Q South Drive
53
Turn right onto US 62; TX 114
33 ft
·
0 sec
·
19th Street
54
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 10-hour drive, plan for an early morning departure to maximize daylight driving and minimize fatigue. With 552.3 miles to cover, splitting the trip over two days is highly advisable, allowing for a more relaxed pace and time for necessary breaks. You'll have two planned stops, so use these strategically for refueling and stretching. Be mindful of the longest uninterrupted stretch of 104.9 miles on US 84; ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on this segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach this longer stretch to avoid any issues.
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 276.1 miles from Manvel, TX, or about 5h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.9 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 122 miles or 2h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 276.1 miles or 5h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 276.1 miles or 5h 4m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 8h 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lubbock, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Manvel, 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.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Manvel, TX
Aim for roughly 276 miles and 5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Lubbock, TX
Aim for roughly 276 miles and 5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 122 miles from Manvel, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 84 for about 104.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 276.1 mi from Manvel, TX · 5h 4m into the drive
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
182 mi into the route
Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch
This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.
Second major stop
Overnight candidate
365 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Kerrville, TXOvernight Options
Night 1
276 mi · about 5h in
A practical overnight split lands near Killeen, TX after about 276 miles or 5 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 122 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 276.1 miles from Manvel, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 84 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.9 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 276 miles or 5 hours on the road.
Arriving in Lubbock, TX
The final approach into Lubbock, 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 Lubbock, TX.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Lubbock, TX with some flexibility left in the schedule.
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
$83.45 one way
$166.91 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
193 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $91.35 | $182.69 |
| premium | $4.54 | $98.61 | $197.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $121.94 | $243.88 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.39
Sam Houston Tollway
(17.3 mi)
$1.39
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$83
Tolls
$1
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$215–$325
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 193.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $58 in charging · 2 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 165.7 | 2 | $57.99 | $26.51 |
| Efficient EV | 138.1 | 1 | $48.33 | $22.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 220.9 | 2 | $77.32 | $35.35 |
Gas CO2
193 kg
EV CO2
65 kg (66% less)
Plan for 2 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Lubbock, TX
Evening in Lubbock on Wednesday
Local time
8:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
15 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
10h 2m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Manvel, TX to Lubbock, TX covers 552.3 miles and takes about 10h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 84, TX 71, North US Highway 183. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 276 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 276.1 miles from Manvel, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $83.45 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 30 significant decision points across 552.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.6 miles (Brazoria County Expressway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Manvel, TX and Lubbock, TX, road signs point toward Downtown, Austin and 183 Toll North: Lampasas.
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