Origin
Woodway, TX
Evening in Woodway on Sunday
Local time
6:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodway, TX to Lubbock, TX
Drive Time
5h 26m
Distance
350 mi
563 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 13m
★
6 AM
5h 27m
8 AM
5h 54m
10 AM
5h 36m
12 PM
5h 33m
3 PM
5h 37m
5 PM
5h 52m
8 PM
5h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lubbock, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
Traveling from Woodway to Lubbock covers 350 miles and typically takes about 5 hours and 26 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey stays entirely within the Great Plains, you can expect a consistent regional feel throughout the drive. It is a straightforward trip that fits comfortably into a single day, making it an ideal choice for travelers who prefer a one-day push over an overnight split. Budgeting roughly $52 for fuel will cover your transit costs, and you should plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs. Overall, this route offers a practical connection between these two Texas locations without the need for complex logistical planning.
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
175 miles from Woodway, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route relies on local roads rather than major expressways. You will navigate through Santa Fe Drive and Woodway Drive before transitioning to US 84 West to complete the journey. With a 0% highway share, the experience is defined by smaller, more technical stretches rather than high-speed highway miles. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch on Santa Fe Drive is 0 miles, you will find that the road requires constant attention and active driving throughout the day. It is a unique experience for those who prefer local road navigation over the predictable nature of large, multi-lane highways.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Santa Fe Drive 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 26m 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 Woodway, TX to Lubbock, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Woodway Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 84 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| George W Bush Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 84 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East McGregor Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Garmon Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Early Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Santa Fe Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodway, TX and Lubbock, TX.
1
Start on Old McGregor Road
79 ft
·
8 sec
·
Old McGregor Road
2
Turn left onto Santa Fe Drive
410 ft
·
12 sec
·
Santa Fe Drive
3
Turn slight right
207 ft
·
9 sec
4
Turn slight right onto Woodway Drive
89 ft
·
2 sec
·
Woodway Drive
5
Take the ramp straight toward US 84 West
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 84 West
6
Merge slight left onto George W Bush Parkway
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
George W Bush Parkway
7
Continue on West US Highway 84
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
West US Highway 84
8
Continue on East McGregor Drive
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
East McGregor Drive
9
Continue on West US Highway 84
98 mi
·
1 hr 48 min
·
West US Highway 84
10
Continue on Garmon Drive
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Garmon Drive
11
Turn left onto Early Boulevard
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Early Boulevard
12
Continue on East Commerce Street
22 mi
·
25 min
·
East Commerce Street
13
Keep slight right to continue on Wallis Avenue
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Wallis Avenue
14
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Walnut Street
15
Continue on West Walnut Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Walnut Street
16
Continue on State Highway 153
69 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
State Highway 153
17
Keep slight right to continue on State Highway 153
20 ft
·
State Highway 153
18
Turn right onto State Highway 70
10 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 70
19
Continue on Lamar Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lamar Street
20
Turn left onto Northwest Georgia Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Northwest Georgia Avenue
21
Take the ramp slight left toward I 20 West: Midland
341 ft
·
8 sec
·
I 20 West: Midland
22
Merge slight left
6.0 mi
·
5 min
23
Take the exit slight right toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
24
Keep slight left
74 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
25
Turn right onto South Avenue F
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Avenue F
26
Keep slight left to continue on North Avenue F
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
North Avenue F
27
Turn straight onto Ralls Road
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Ralls Road
28
Turn left onto East 15th Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
East 15th Street
29
Turn right onto North US Highway 84
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North US Highway 84
30
Continue on Highway 84
20 mi
·
19 min
·
Highway 84
31
Continue on Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
32
Continue on East Highway 84
6.8 mi
·
6 min
·
East Highway 84
33
Continue on Slaton Road
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Slaton Road
34
Continue on Avenue Q South Drive
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Avenue Q South Drive
35
Turn right onto 19th Street
33 ft
·
1 sec
·
19th Street
36
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a multi-hour drive, departing early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid fatigue and navigate the local road segments during daylight hours. Given the turn-heavy profile of the route, stay alert as you transition between Santa Fe Drive, Woodway Drive, and US 84 West to ensure you remain on the correct path. Plan your single required stop strategically to coincide with refueling, keeping your $52 budget in mind as you monitor your gauge. You have plenty of flexibility with this one-day itinerary, so do not feel pressured to rush through the technical portions of the drive. Keep a close eye on your navigation, as the lack of long highway stretches means you will be making frequent turns throughout the 350-mile trip.
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 175 miles from Woodway, TX, or about 2h 43m 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 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 175 miles or 2h 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 4h 30m
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 Woodway, 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 Woodway, TX
This is one driving day of about 350 miles and 5h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Woodway, 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 175 mi from Woodway, TX · 2h 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
175 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 175 miles from Woodway, 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
$53.46 one way
$106.93 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
123 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $58.59 | $117.18 |
| premium | $4.59 | $63.26 | $126.52 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $77.76 | $155.52 |
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: 122.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 105 | 1 | $36.75 | $16.80 |
| Efficient EV | 87.5 | 0 | $30.62 | $14.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 140 | 1 | $49.00 | $22.40 |
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
Evening in Lubbock on Sunday
Local time
6:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
55°F
Sweetwater, TX
175 mi in
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
27 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 26m 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 Woodway, TX to Lubbock, TX covers 350 miles and takes about 5h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Santa Fe Drive, Woodway Drive, US 84 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 175 miles from Woodway, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $53.46 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 26m 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 Woodway, TX to Lubbock, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Woodway, TX to Lubbock, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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