Origin
Reno, TX
Night in Reno on Tuesday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Reno, TX to Lubbock, TX
Data updated 5 hours ago
Drive Time
7h 9m
Distance
390.1 mi
628 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$59
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 58m
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6 AM
7h 9m
8 AM
7h 31m
10 AM
7h 17m
12 PM
7h 15m
3 PM
7h 18m
5 PM
7h 30m
8 PM
7h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Reno, TX
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Lubbock, TX
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Trip Overview
This 390.1-mile drive from Reno to Lubbock, Texas, is a straightforward journey across the Great Plains, best tackled in a single day. Expect to spend about 7 hours and 9 minutes on the road, primarily navigating US Highway 82 West. With a highway share of 90%, this route is focused on efficient travel, making it ideal for a day trip. The estimated fuel cost for this leg is around $59. You'll encounter two designated stops along the way, offering opportunities to break up the journey. This is a practical, no-frills drive through the heart of Texas.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
195 miles from Reno, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 36m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Get ready for a highway-focused experience, with 90% of this drive taking place on major roadways. US Highway 82 West serves as your main artery for the majority of the trip. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch at 149.4 miles on US Highway 82 West, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly. This route is characterized by its directness, minimizing complex turns and maximizing forward momentum. It's a consistent drive, offering a clear path from your starting point in the Great Plains to your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 82 West is the longest continuous segment at about 149.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 82 West and US 82. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 82 / Lamar Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 9m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 6 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 82 / Lamar Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 147.4 miles (US 82): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 181.2 miles (US 82): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 82 / Lamar Road
Turn sharp left onto US 82 / Lamar Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
3
147.4 mi into trip
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~2h 44m in
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US 82
Merge onto US 82
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
181.2 mi into trip
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~3h 21m in
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US 82
Take the exit onto US 82 toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abilene
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abile...
5
230 mi into trip
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~4h 16m in
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US 82
Take the exit onto US 82 toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock
4
232.4 mi into trip
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~4h 19m in
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US 82; TX 114 / East California Street
Turn right onto US 82; TX 114 / East California Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Reno, TX to Lubbock, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Abilene along the way.
Abilene
181.2 mi in
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~3h 21m
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via US 82
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 82 West | 149.4 mi | 2h 37m |
| US 82 | 108.1 mi | 2h |
| US Highway 82 | 33.5 mi | 35m |
| West Highway 82 | 24.4 mi | 25m |
| East Buck Owens Freeway | 22.9 mi | 24m |
| East US Highway 82 | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| J M Lindsay Boulevard | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| Division Street | 10 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 82 West
— 149.4 mi, about 2h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reno, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on this road
161 ft
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11 sec
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this road
2
Turn sharp left onto US 82
2.7 mi
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3 min
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Lamar Road
3
Continue on US 82
2.8 mi
·
4 min
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Lamar Avenue
4
Continue on US 82 Business
3.4 mi
·
4 min
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Bonham Street
5
Continue on US 82
56 mi
·
59 min
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US Highway 82 West
6
Continue on US 82
23 mi
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24 min
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East Buck Owens Freeway
7
Continue on US 82
12 mi
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14 min
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East US Highway 82
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on US 82
12 mi
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13 min
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J M Lindsay Boulevard
9
Continue on US 82
10 mi
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11 min
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Division Street
10
Turn straight onto US 82
25 mi
·
27 min
·
US 82
11
Merge onto US 82
34 mi
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37 min
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US 82
12
Take the exit onto US 82
49 mi
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54 min
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US 82
Toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abilene
13
Take the exit onto US 82
0.4 mi
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52 sec
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US 82
Toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock
14
Turn right onto US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
1.5 mi
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1 min
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US Highway 82
15
Continue on US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
0.6 mi
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45 sec
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North Main Street
16
Turn right onto US 82; TX 114
1.6 mi
·
1 min
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East California Street
17
Continue on US 82; TX 114
93 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
US Highway 82 West
18
Continue on US 82; TX 114
24 mi
·
25 min
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West Highway 82
19
Continue on US 82; TX 114
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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East Main Street
20
Continue on US 82; TX 114
7.3 mi
·
7 min
·
US Highway 82
21
Continue on US 82; TX 114
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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4th Street
22
Continue on US 82; TX 114
25 mi
·
26 min
·
US Highway 82
23
Continue on US 62; TX 114
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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Idalou Road
Toward US 62, TX 114
24
Continue on US 62; TX 114
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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East 19th Street
25
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Reno to maximize daylight. With just two stops planned, be mindful of the longest stretch of 149.4 miles on US Highway 82 West; ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on this segment. The $59 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to have a buffer. Since this is a manageable day trip, you have flexibility in timing your breaks. Keep an eye out for official rest areas along US Highway 82 West for convenient pull-offs.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 195 miles from Reno, TX, or about 3h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 149.4 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 86 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 195 miles or 3h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 2m
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 Reno, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Reno, TX
This is one driving day of about 390.1 miles and 7h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 86 miles from Reno, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 82 West for about 149.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 195 mi from Reno, TX · 3h 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
195 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 86 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 195 miles from Reno, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 82 West if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 149.4 miles.
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.
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
$58.95 one way
$117.89 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
137 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $64.52 | $129.04 |
| premium | $4.54 | $69.65 | $139.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $86.13 | $172.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$59
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$84–$109
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 136.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 117 | 1 | $40.96 | $18.72 |
| Efficient EV | 97.5 | 1 | $34.13 | $15.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 156 | 1 | $54.61 | $24.97 |
Gas CO2
136 kg
EV CO2
46 kg (66% 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
Lubbock, TX
Night in Lubbock on Tuesday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°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
9 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
7h 9m 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 Reno, TX to Lubbock, TX covers 390.1 miles and takes about 7h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 82 West, US 82, US Highway 82. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 195 miles from Reno, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $58.95 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 9m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 6 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 82 / Lamar Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 147.4 miles (US 82): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 181.2 miles (US 82): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Reno, TX to Lubbock, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Abilene along the way.
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