How far is Denver City, TX from Lubbock, TX?
The driving distance from Denver City, TX to Lubbock, TX is about 79.3 miles (127.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 70.5 miles (113.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 17m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Denver City and Lubbock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Denver City and Lubbock.
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Start on North Main Avenue
18 m · 9 sec · North Main Avenue
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Turn left onto East Broadway Street
3116 ft · 55 sec · East Broadway Street
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Turn right
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto State Highway 83 West
13.4 mi · 20 min · State Highway 83 West
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Continue on 12th Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · 12th Street
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Turn left onto Railroad Avenue
22.9 mi · 26 min · Railroad Avenue
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Continue on South 1st Street
2668 ft · 54 sec · South 1st Street
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Continue on Lubbock Road
14.5 mi · 16 min · Lubbock Road
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Continue straight
24.1 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 84: Avenue Q
1369 ft · 33 sec
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Turn straight onto Marsha Sharp Freeway
2698 ft · 55 sec · Marsha Sharp Freeway
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Turn right onto Avenue Q
1 mi · 1 min · Avenue Q
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Turn left onto 19th Street
10 m · 1 sec · 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 Denver City and Lubbock.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Lubbock Road
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24.1 mi · 00h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Denver City and Mostly Sunny near Lubbock.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Denver City to Lubbock?
The road trip is about 79.3 miles (127.6 km) and usually takes 01h 17m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Brownfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.3 miles from Denver City and 39 miles from Lubbock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70.5 miles (113.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.58 one way or $21.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Denver City and Mostly Sunny near Lubbock.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Denver City and Lubbock. Straight-line distance: 70.43 mi (113.35 km).
#1 Denver City
Town in Texas, United States
| Population | 4,883 |
| Coordinates | 32.9645500, -102.8291000 |
| Altitude | 1089 |
| 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: 128 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $10.58 | $21.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.91 | $23.81 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $12.85 | $25.71 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $11.18 | $22.36 |
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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