How far is Dimmitt, TX from Lubbock, TX?

The driving distance from Dimmitt, TX to Lubbock, TX is about 82.7 miles (133.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 72.1 miles (116.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 38m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
82.7 mi
01h 19m
Flight
72.13 mi
116.09 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
72.13 mi
Kilometers
116.09 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
82.7 mi
Kilometers
133.1 km
Drive Time
01h 19m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 19m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lubbock
Wed, Apr 22, 9:30 PM CDT
Return by in Dimmitt
Wed, Apr 22, 10:50 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Dimmitt
2026-04-22T20:11
Arrive Lubbock
Wed, Apr 22, 9:30 PM CDT
Route Timing
01h 19m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:19 AM to 11:19 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:52 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Dimmitt
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Littlefield
TX

City in Texas, USA

From Dimmitt
40.4 mi
00h 39m
To Lubbock
42.3 mi
00h 39m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
88°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 20 mph SSW
Destination
90°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Dimmitt and Lubbock.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dimmitt and Lubbock.

  1. 1

    Start on East Bedford Street

    53 m · 8 sec · East Bedford Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto South Broadway

    1.1 mi · 2 min · South Broadway

  3. 3

    Turn right

    21 mi · 23 min

  4. 4

    Turn straight onto North Main Street

    684 ft · 12 sec · North Main Street

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    5.8 mi · 6 min

  6. 6

    Turn straight

    15.6 mi · 16 min

  7. 7

    At the end of the road, turn left onto East Delano Avenue

    2.3 mi · 4 min · East Delano Avenue

  8. 8

    Turn left

    33.5 mi · 36 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Avenue Q

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Avenue Q

  10. 10

    Turn left onto 19th Street

    10 m · 1 sec · 19th Street

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 19th Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Dimmitt and Lubbock.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
11 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
1 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Main Street
5.93 mi · 7%
East Delano Avenue
2.31 mi · 3%
Avenue Q
1.12 mi · 1%
South Broadway
1.08 mi · 1%
East Bedford Street
0.03 mi
19th Street
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn left

33.5 mi · 00h 36m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 19m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10.6 mi
72.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Littlefield
00h 39m from Dimmitt
Leave By
3:52 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Dimmitt 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 Dimmitt to Lubbock?

The road trip is about 82.7 miles (133.1 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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?

Littlefield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.4 miles from Dimmitt and 42.3 miles from Lubbock.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 72.1 miles (116.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.6 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 3:52 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.03 one way or $22.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dimmitt and Mostly Sunny near Lubbock.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Dimmitt and Lubbock. Straight-line distance: 72.13 mi (116.09 km).

Dimmitt

#1 Dimmitt

City in Castro County, Texas, United States

Population4,005
Coordinates34.5509000, -102.3118600
Altitude1181
CountryUnited States
Lubbock

#2 Lubbock

The second most populous city in Texas and the center of the Lubbock metropolitan area.

Population262,611
Coordinates33.5778600, -101.8551700
Altitude976
CountryUnited States
Start: East Bedford Street (-102.311858, 34.550949)
End: 19th Street (-101.855168, 33.577814)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 133 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 45m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 04m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 39m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 22m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 10m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 01m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.92 gal
11.05 L · about $11.03
Round trip
$22.07
5.84 gal · 22.1 L
Estimated CO2
26 kg one way
Round trip: 51.9 kg / 114 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $11.03 $22.07
Mid-grade $4.25 $12.42 $24.83
Premium $4.59 $13.41 $26.81
Diesel $3.99 $11.66 $23.32

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Texas · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Dimmitt and Lubbock. The current time is 20:11:14.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.