Origin
Seminole, TX
Afternoon in Seminole on Sunday
Local time
3:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Seminole, TX to Lubbock, TX
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
81.3 mi
131 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 24m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 44m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Seminole, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Lubbock, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
Traveling from Seminole to Lubbock covers 81.3 miles of the Texas Great Plains, making for a straightforward 1-hour and 30-minute journey. This drive is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it is short enough to complete without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $12 for fuel to cover the distance between these two points. Because both cities are located within the same region, you will experience a consistent landscape throughout your transit. It is a practical, efficient route that serves well for those needing to travel between these two West Texas hubs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
40.7 miles from Seminole, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a mixed driving profile, alternating between local roads and more open highway segments. You will spend roughly 30% of your travel time on highways, primarily utilizing US 62 and Lubbock Road to bridge the distance. The longest uninterrupted portion of your journey occurs on North Main Street, which spans 40.4 miles. Expect the road conditions to shift as you transition from the local streets of your departure point onto the more established highway arteries. Overall, the path offers a steady, functional driving experience that remains focused on efficiency.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Main Street is the longest continuous segment at about 40.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 62; US 385 / North Main Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Seminole, TX to Lubbock, TX is easy. At 1h 30m with 30% 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 62; US 385 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 79.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 80.3 miles (US 84 / Avenue Q): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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US 62; US 385 / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 62; US 385 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
79.6 mi into trip
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~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward US 84: Avenue Q
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 84: Avenue Q
5
80.3 mi into trip
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~1h 28m in
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US 84 / Avenue Q
Turn right onto US 84 / Avenue Q
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
81.3 mi into trip
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~1h 30m in
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US 62; TX 114 / 19th Street
Turn left onto US 62; TX 114 / 19th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Main Street | 40.4 mi | 43m |
| US 62 | 24.1 mi | 27m |
| Lubbock Road | 14.5 mi | 15m |
| Avenue Q | 1 mi | 1m |
| Marsha Sharp Freeway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South 1st Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Avenue A | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 19th Street | <0.1 mi | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Main Street
— 40.4 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seminole, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on US 180
46 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Avenue A
2
Turn right onto US 62; US 385
40 mi
·
43 min
·
North Main Street
3
Continue on US 62; US 385
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South 1st Street
4
Continue on US 62; US 82; US 385
15 mi
·
15 min
·
Lubbock Road
5
Continue on US 62; US 82
24 mi
·
27 min
·
US 62; US 82
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward US 84: Avenue Q
7
Turn straight onto Marsha Sharp Freeway
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
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Marsha Sharp Freeway
8
Turn right onto US 84
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Avenue Q
Use the none lane.
9
Turn left onto US 62; TX 114
33 ft
·
0 sec
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19th Street
Use the none lane.
10
Arrive at destination
US 62; TX 114
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip with no required stops, you have significant flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Aim to leave during daylight hours to ensure you have the best visibility while navigating the transition from North Main Street to the highway system. With a total duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes, you can easily make the trip in one go without the need for scheduled breaks. Keep in mind that since you are covering 81.3 miles, checking your fuel levels before leaving Seminole will help you stay within your $12 budget. Prioritize a steady pace once you hit the 40.4-mile stretch on North Main Street to maintain a consistent arrival time in Lubbock.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40.7 miles from Seminole, TX, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.4 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 80 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.7 miles or 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 15m
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 Seminole, 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 Seminole, TX
This is one driving day of about 81.3 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Seminole, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on North Main Street for about 40.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.7 mi from Seminole, TX · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 40.7 miles from Seminole, 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
$12.42 one way
$24.84 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $13.61 | $27.22 |
| premium | $4.59 | $14.69 | $29.39 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.06 | $36.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.54 | $3.90 |
| Efficient EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.11 | $3.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.5 | 0 | $11.38 | $5.20 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (64% 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
Lubbock, TX
Afternoon in Lubbock on Sunday
Local time
3:31 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
6 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
1h 30m 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 Seminole, TX to Lubbock, TX covers 81.3 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Main Street, US 62, Lubbock Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.7 miles from Seminole, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.42 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Seminole, TX to Lubbock, TX is easy. At 1h 30m with 30% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 62; US 385 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 79.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 80.3 miles (US 84 / Avenue Q): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Seminole, TX to Lubbock, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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