How far is Kermit, TX from Lubbock, TX?
The driving distance from Kermit, TX to Lubbock, TX is about 154.8 miles (249.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 138.9 miles (223.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 00m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 30m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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 Kermit and Lubbock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kermit and Lubbock.
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Start on the route
34 m · 10 sec
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Turn right onto East Austin Street
1 km · 56 sec · East Austin Street
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Continue on East State Highway 115
20.4 mi · 30 min · East State Highway 115
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Continue on Kermit Highway
9.4 mi · 10 min · Kermit Highway
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Continue on Kermit Highway
14.1 mi · 15 min · Kermit Highway
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Turn left onto Southwest Andrews Loop 1910
4.2 mi · 5 min · Southwest Andrews Loop 1910
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Turn left onto North US Highway 385
66.3 mi · 1 hr 12 min · North US Highway 385
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Continue on South 1st Street
2668 ft · 1 min · 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 Kermit 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.
North US Highway 385
Turn left onto North US Highway 385
66.3 mi · 01h 12m
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.
Sunny leaving Kermit 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 Kermit to Lubbock?
The road trip is about 154.8 miles (249.2 km) and usually takes 02h 30m 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?
Seminole is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78 miles from Kermit and 76.9 miles from Lubbock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 138.9 miles (223.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.9 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 1:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.67 one way or $41.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Kermit and Mostly Sunny near Lubbock.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kermit and Lubbock. Straight-line distance: 138.93 mi (223.58 km).
#1 Kermit
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 6,367 |
| Coordinates | 31.8576300, -103.0926700 |
| Altitude | 872 |
| 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: 249 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
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 | $20.67 | $41.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.26 | $46.52 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $25.11 | $50.23 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $21.84 | $43.68 |
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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