Origin
Pflugerville, TX
Afternoon in Pflugerville on Sunday
Local time
3:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
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6h 42m
Distance
368.7 mi
593 km
Drive Score
8/10
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Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
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Pflugerville, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Lubbock, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Driving from Pflugerville to Lubbock covers 368.7 miles and typically takes about 6 hours and 42 minutes behind the wheel. Because you will spend the entire journey within the Great Plains, you can expect a consistent landscape as you move across Texas. This trip is manageable as a single-day push, though the duration makes it a full day of travel. You should budget approximately $56 for fuel, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. Since the route relies on a mix of US 84, North US Highway 183, and State Highway 153, it offers a straightforward path for travelers looking to get from Central Texas to the South Plains region efficiently.
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
184.4 miles from Pflugerville, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 29m into the drive .
This journey is defined by a highway-focused profile, with 82% of your time spent on major roads. You will navigate a variety of stretches, including a significant 104.9-mile run on US 84 that serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the trip. The road personality shifts from regional highway connections to the more expansive, open vistas characteristic of the Great Plains. You won't find many technical, winding turns here; instead, anticipate steady, high-speed travel that requires focus during the longer highway segments. It is a practical drive designed for distance rather than scenic wandering.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and North US Highway 183. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.2 miles in near South A W Grimes Boulevard.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 368.7 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 3.2 miles (South A W Grimes Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles (TX 45 / Louis Henna Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto South A W Grimes Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto TX 45 / Louis Henna Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 183 North, US 183 South, 183A Toll North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward 183A Toll North, US 183 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto US 84 toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 84 | 104.9 mi | 1h 49m |
| North US Highway 183 | 72.6 mi | 1h 18m |
| State Highway 153 | 69 mi | 1h 14m |
| East Commerce Street | 22 mi | 25m |
| Highway 84 | 20 mi | 19m |
| 183A Toll Road | 13.9 mi | 13m |
| State Highway 70 | 10.4 mi | 10m |
| State Highway 45 North | 8 mi | 8m |
Step-by-step road directions between Pflugerville, TX and Lubbock, TX.
Start on South Railroad Avenue
Turn left onto East Pflugerville Parkway
Turn right onto South A W Grimes Boulevard
Turn left onto TX 45
Take the ramp
Merge onto TX 45 Toll
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto 183A Toll
Continue on US 183
Continue on US 183
Continue on US 183; US 190; US 281
Keep slight left at fork onto US 183; US 190
At end of road, turn left onto US 84; US 183; TX 16
Turn left onto US 67; US 84; US 183; US 377
Continue on US 67; US 84; US 377
Keep slight right at fork onto US 84; US 283
Turn right onto TX 153
Continue on TX 153; TX 206
Continue on TX 153
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 153
Turn right onto TX 70
Continue on TX 70
Turn left onto Northwest Georgia Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 20; US 84
Take the exit onto US 84
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
Turn right onto Loop 46
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207
Turn straight onto TX 207
Turn left onto Spur 575
Turn right onto US 84
Continue on US 84
Continue on US 84
Continue on US 84
Continue on US 84
Continue on US 84
Turn right onto US 62; TX 114
Arrive at destination
To keep your 6-hour and 42-minute trip manageable, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since you are facing a long haul, leaving Pflugerville early in the morning helps you avoid the fatigue that often sets in during the later afternoon hours. Given the 104.9-mile stretch on US 84, ensure you check your fuel gauge before entering these longer segments to avoid unnecessary stress. While the route is feasible in one day, keep your schedule flexible to account for potential traffic or weather changes across the plains. Prioritizing consistent pacing will make this 368.7-mile trek feel much more comfortable.
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 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 81 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 184.4 miles or 3h 29m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lubbock, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Pflugerville, 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 Pflugerville, TX
This is one driving day of about 368.7 miles and 6h 42m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 184.4 mi from Pflugerville, TX · 3h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
184 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.
A short stop after about 81 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 184.4 miles from Pflugerville, 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.
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.
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.
Regular Gas
$56.32 one way
$112.64 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $61.72 | $123.44 |
| premium | $4.59 | $66.64 | $133.28 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $81.91 | $163.82 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.97
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
$56
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$82–$107
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 129 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 110.6 | 1 | $38.71 | $17.70 |
| Efficient EV | 92.2 | 1 | $32.26 | $14.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 147.5 | 1 | $51.62 | $23.60 |
Gas CO2
129 kg
EV CO2
43 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Pflugerville on Sunday
Local time
3:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Lubbock on Sunday
Local time
3:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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