How far is Lubbock, TX from Abernathy, TX?
The driving distance from Lubbock, TX to Abernathy, TX is about 19 miles (30.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.6 miles (28.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 40m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lubbock and Abernathy.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lubbock and Abernathy.
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Start on 19th Street
10 m · 6 sec · 19th Street
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Turn right onto Avenue Q
2.6 mi · 4 min · Avenue Q
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Keep slight left to continue on I 27 North, US 87 North
1652 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
14.7 mi · 15 min · Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 2060: Main Street
905 ft · 22 sec
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Turn straight onto Avenue B
760 ft · 26 sec · Avenue B
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Turn left onto Main Street
742 ft · 22 sec · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Avenue D
50 m · 5 sec · Avenue D
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Turn right
14 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lubbock and Abernathy.
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.
Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
14.7 mi · 00h 15m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Lubbock and Mostly Sunny near Abernathy.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lubbock to Abernathy?
The road trip is about 19 miles (30.6 km) and usually takes 00h 20m 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?
New Deal is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.1 miles from Lubbock and 9.9 miles from Abernathy.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.6 miles (28.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.4 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 7:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.53 one way or $5.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Lubbock and Mostly Sunny near Abernathy.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lubbock and Abernathy. Straight-line distance: 17.6 mi (28.32 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Abernathy
City in Texas
| Population | 2,691 |
| Coordinates | 33.8323000, -101.8429500 |
| Altitude | 1024 |
| Country | United States |
End: Avenue D (-101.843097, 33.832299)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 31 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $2.53 | $5.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.85 | $5.70 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $3.08 | $6.15 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $2.68 | $5.35 |
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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