Origin
Richardson, TX
Afternoon in Richardson on Sunday
Local time
2:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Richardson, TX to Lubbock, TX
Drive Time
5h 17m
Distance
347.5 mi
559 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 4m
★
6 AM
5h 18m
8 AM
5h 45m
10 AM
5h 27m
12 PM
5h 25m
3 PM
5h 29m
5 PM
5h 43m
8 PM
5h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Richardson, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Lubbock, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
The drive from Richardson, TX to Lubbock, TX covers 347.5 miles and takes about 5h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Main Street, West Main Street, South Central Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $53.08 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
173.7 miles from Richardson, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 17m drive with frequent turns across 347.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 39 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 17m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Richardson, TX to Lubbock, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Central Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 75 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 635 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 635 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lyndon B | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lyndon B Johnson Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richardson, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on the route
98 ft
·
13 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto East Main Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
East Main Street
3
Continue on West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Main Street
4
Turn left onto South Central Expressway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Central Expressway
5
Take the ramp slight left toward US 75 South
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 75 South
6
Merge slight left onto South Central Expressway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Central Expressway
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 635
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 635
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 635 West
0.9 mi
·
55 sec
·
I 635 West
9
Merge slight left onto Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
10
Continue on Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
11
Take the exit slight left toward I 35E South: Dallas
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 35E South: Dallas
12
Merge slight right onto South Stemmons Freeway
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Stemmons Freeway
13
Keep slight right to continue on North Walton Walker Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Walton Walker Boulevard
14
Take the exit slight right
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
15
Merge slight right onto Loop 12 TEXpress
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Loop 12 TEXpress
16
Merge slight right onto SH 183 TEXpress
13 mi
·
13 min
·
SH 183 TEXpress
17
Continue on SH 121/183 TEXpress
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
SH 121/183 TEXpress
18
Continue on SH 183 TEXpress
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
SH 183 TEXpress
19
Continue on SH 121/183 TEXpress
0.7 mi
·
43 sec
·
SH 121/183 TEXpress
20
Continue on I 820 TEXpress
6.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 820 TEXpress
21
Merge slight right onto Northeast Loop
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
·
Northeast Loop
22
Continue on Jim Wright Freeway
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Jim Wright Freeway
23
Take the exit slight right toward I 30 West: Weatherford
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 30 West: Weatherford
24
Merge slight left onto West Freeway
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
West Freeway
25
Merge slight right
182 mi
·
3 hr 4 min
26
Take the exit slight right toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
27
Keep slight left
74 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
28
Turn right onto South Avenue F
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Avenue F
29
Keep slight left to continue on North Avenue F
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
North Avenue F
30
Turn straight onto Ralls Road
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Ralls Road
31
Turn left onto East 15th Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
East 15th Street
32
Turn right onto North US Highway 84
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North US Highway 84
33
Continue on Highway 84
20 mi
·
19 min
·
Highway 84
34
Continue on Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
35
Continue on East Highway 84
6.8 mi
·
6 min
·
East Highway 84
36
Continue on Slaton Road
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Slaton Road
37
Continue on Avenue Q South Drive
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Avenue Q South Drive
38
Turn right onto 19th Street
33 ft
·
1 sec
·
19th Street
39
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 173.7 miles from Richardson, TX, or about 2h 38m into the drive.
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 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 173.7 miles or 2h 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 23m
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 Richardson, 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 Richardson, TX
This is one driving day of about 347.5 miles and 5h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Richardson, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 173.7 mi from Richardson, TX · 2h 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
174 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 173.7 miles from Richardson, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.08 one way
$106.17 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
122 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $58.17 | $116.34 |
| premium | $4.59 | $62.81 | $125.62 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $77.20 | $154.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 121.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 104.3 | 1 | $36.49 | $16.68 |
| Efficient EV | 86.9 | 0 | $30.41 | $13.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 139 | 1 | $48.65 | $22.24 |
Gas CO2
122 kg
EV CO2
41 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
Afternoon in Lubbock on Sunday
Local time
2:53 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
7 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
5h 17m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Richardson, TX to Lubbock, TX covers 347.5 miles and takes about 5h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Main Street, West Main Street, South Central Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 173.7 miles from Richardson, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $53.08 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 17m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Richardson, TX to Lubbock, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Richardson, TX to Lubbock, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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