How far is Grape Creek, TX from Lubbock, TX?
The driving distance from Grape Creek, TX to Lubbock, TX is about 189.4 miles (304.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 157.7 miles (253.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 50m 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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City in Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Grape Creek and Lubbock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grape Creek and Lubbock.
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Start on Mustang Avenue
25 m · 6 sec · Mustang Avenue
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Turn right onto Grape Creek Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · Grape Creek Road
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Turn right onto US 87 Frontage Road
656 ft · 18 sec · US 87 Frontage Road
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Take the ramp slight left
966 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left onto US Highway 87 North
17.5 mi · 18 min · US Highway 87 North
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Continue straight
15.8 mi · 17 min
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Turn straight onto US Highway 87 North
52 mi · 52 min · US Highway 87 North
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Continue on North US Highway 87
15.2 mi · 15 min · North US Highway 87
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Continue on William Crooker Highway
4.3 mi · 4 min · William Crooker Highway
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Continue on South US Highway 87
18.1 mi · 18 min · South US Highway 87
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Continue on South Dallas Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Dallas Avenue
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Continue on South Lynn Avenue
1.7 mi · 2 min · South Lynn Avenue
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Continue on Lubbock Highway
1.1 mi · 1 min · Lubbock Highway
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Continue on North US Highway 87
51.2 mi · 52 min · North US Highway 87
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Continue on Tahoka Highway
4.4 mi · 4 min · Tahoka Highway
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Continue on Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
1.2 mi · 1 min · Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward 50th Street
1933 ft · 47 sec
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Turn straight onto Interstate 27
72 m · 7 sec · Interstate 27
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Turn left onto 50th Street
1 km · 1 min · 50th Street
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Turn right onto Avenue Q
2 mi · 2 min · Avenue Q
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Turn right 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 Grape Creek and Lubbock.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 87 North
Turn straight onto US Highway 87 North
52 mi · 00h 52m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Grape Creek and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lubbock.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Grape Creek to Lubbock?
The road trip is about 189.4 miles (304.8 km) and usually takes 02h 55m 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?
Big Spring is a useful midpoint, sitting about 94.4 miles from Grape Creek and 94.9 miles from Lubbock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 157.7 miles (253.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.7 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 12:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.24 one way or $50.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Grape Creek and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lubbock.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Grape Creek and Lubbock. Straight-line distance: 157.68 mi (253.76 km).
#1 Grape Creek
Census designated place
| Population | 3,154 |
| Coordinates | 31.5793200, -100.5476000 |
| Altitude | 606 |
| 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: 305 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 21m |
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 | $25.24 | $50.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $28.40 | $56.81 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $30.67 | $61.34 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $26.67 | $53.35 |
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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