How far is Canyon, TX from Lubbock, TX?
The driving distance from Canyon, TX to Lubbock, TX is about 7.5 miles (12.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7.2 miles (11.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 26m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Canyon and Lubbock.
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Start on East FM 40
3 mi · 5 min · East FM 40
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Continue on East 4th Street
1 mi · 2 min · East 4th Street
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Turn left onto Idalou Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Idalou Road
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Continue on East 19th Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · East 19th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 19th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Canyon and Lubbock.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
East FM 40
Start on East FM 40
2.98 mi · 00h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Canyon and Sunny near Lubbock.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Canyon to Lubbock?
The road trip is about 7.5 miles (12.1 km) and usually takes 00h 13m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ransom Canyon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.7 miles from Canyon and 3.8 miles from Lubbock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7.2 miles (11.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.02 one way or $2.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Canyon and Sunny near Lubbock.
Stop Ideas Near Ransom Canyon
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
vintage town hall
City of Lubbock
City of Lubbock Health Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ransom Canyon.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Canyon and Lubbock. Straight-line distance: 7.19 mi (11.57 km).
#1 Canyon
City in Randall County, Texas, United States
| Population | 16,387 |
| Coordinates | 33.5928600, -101.7315500 |
| Altitude | 962 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lubbock
The second most populous city in Texas and the center of the Lubbock metropolitan area.
| Population | 262,611 |
| Coordinates | 33.5778600, -101.8551700 |
| Altitude | 976 |
| Country | United States |
End: 19th Street (-101.855168, 33.577814)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 12 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $1.02 | $2.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.15 | $2.30 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $1.24 | $2.48 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $1.08 | $2.16 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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