How far is Lubbock, TX from Bridgeport, TX?

The driving distance from Lubbock, TX to Bridgeport, TX is about 258.4 miles (415.8 km), with a travel time of about 05h 08m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 237.9 miles (382.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
258.34 mi
05h 08m
Flight
237.88 mi
382.83 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
237.88 mi
Kilometers
382.83 km
Flight Time
00h 28m

Driving Distance

Road route
258.34 mi
Kilometers
415.76 km
Drive Time
05h 08m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 05h 08m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Bridgeport
Thu, Apr 23, 3:03 AM CDT
Return by in Lubbock
Thu, Apr 23, 8:11 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lubbock
2026-04-22T21:54
Arrive Bridgeport
Thu, Apr 23, 3:03 AM CDT
Route Timing
05h 08m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
11:08 AM to 1:08 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
6:44 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Lubbock
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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
Benjamin
TX

City in Texas, USA

From Lubbock
129 mi
02h 34m
To Bridgeport
129.4 mi
02h 34m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
90°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SSW
Destination
76°F
Wednesday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on 19th Street

    10 m · 6 sec · 19th Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Avenue Q

    1 mi · 1 min · Avenue Q

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Marsha Sharp Freeway

    112 m · 7 sec · Marsha Sharp Freeway

  4. 4

    Take the ramp slight left toward US 82 East

    1652 ft · 40 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto Marsha Sharp Freeway

    1 mi · 1 min · Marsha Sharp Freeway

  6. 6

    Continue on Parkway Drive

    2.4 mi · 4 min · Parkway Drive

  7. 7

    Continue on Idalou Road

    24.7 mi · 26 min · Idalou Road

  8. 8

    Continue on 4th Street

    1.6 km · 1 min · 4th Street

  9. 9

    Continue on US Highway 82

    7.3 mi · 7 min · US Highway 82

  10. 10

    Continue on West Main Street

    1.6 km · 2 min · West Main Street

  11. 11

    Continue on US Highway 82

    24.4 mi · 26 min · US Highway 82

  12. 12

    Continue on 5th Street

    93.5 mi · 1 hr 38 min · 5th Street

  13. 13

    Continue on West California Street

    1.6 mi · 2 min · West California Street

  14. 14

    Turn right onto North Main Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · North Main Street

  15. 15

    Turn left onto East Ingram Street

    1.3 km · 1 min · East Ingram Street

  16. 16

    Continue on State Highway 114

    31.8 mi · 47 min · State Highway 114

  17. 17

    Continue on West Main Street

    1.6 mi · 3 min · West Main Street

  18. 18

    Continue on State Highway 114 East

    30.5 mi · 45 min · State Highway 114 East

  19. 19

    Take the ramp straight

    10.1 mi · 13 min

  20. 20

    Turn left onto US Highway 380 East

    22.9 mi · 25 min · US Highway 380 East

  21. 21

    Turn right onto Lake Road

    1.3 km · 2 min · Lake Road

  22. 22

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Chico Highway

    2068 ft · 41 sec · Chico Highway

  23. 23

    Turn left onto Halsell Street

    2694 ft · 58 sec · Halsell Street

  24. 24

    Turn right onto 13th Street

    31 m · 2 sec · 13th Street

  25. 25

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 13th Street

Car Route Details

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

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
25 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
5th Street
93.5 mi · 36%
State Highway 114 East
40.6 mi · 16%
State Highway 114
31.8 mi · 12%
US Highway 82
31.6 mi · 12%
Idalou Road
24.7 mi · 10%
US Highway 380 East
22.9 mi · 9%
Longest Stretch

5th Street

Continue on 5th Street

93.5 mi · 01h 38m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
05h 08m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
10h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+20.5 mi
237.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Benjamin
02h 34m from Lubbock
Leave By
6:44 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Lubbock and Mostly Cloudy near Bridgeport.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Lubbock to Bridgeport?

The road trip is about 258.4 miles (415.8 km) and usually takes 05h 08m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Benjamin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 129 miles from Lubbock and 129.4 miles from Bridgeport.

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

The direct path is about 237.9 miles (382.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:44 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.46 one way or $68.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 81 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near Benjamin

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Benjamin and the surrounding midpoint area.
Munday City Hall
Scenic stop 11.9 mi away

Munday City Hall

Munday , TX
121 E Main St, Munday, TX 76371
Rating 4.0/5 5 reviews Museum
Knox City City Hall
Meeting point 12.3 mi away

Knox City City Hall

Knox City , TX
902 E Main St, Knox City, TX 79529
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 12.3 mi away

Knox City Housing Authority

Knox City , TX
203 S W 4th St, Knox City, TX 79529
Rating 2.0/5 1 reviews Housing authority

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Benjamin.

Transit stop coverage is not ready for this midpoint yet.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lubbock and Bridgeport. Straight-line distance: 237.88 mi (382.83 km).

Lubbock

#1 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
Bridgeport

#2 Bridgeport

City in Wise County, Texas, US

Population6,637
Coordinates33.2101200, -97.7547600
Altitude244
CountryUnited States
Start: Lubbock (-101.85517, 33.57786)
End: Bridgeport (-97.75476, 33.21012)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 416 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 36m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 27m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 09m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 18m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 41m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 13m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
9.12 gal
34.51 L · about $34.46
Round trip
$68.93
18.24 gal · 69.02 L
Estimated CO2
81 kg one way
Round trip: 162.1 kg / 357 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $34.46 $68.93
Mid-grade $4.25 $38.78 $77.56
Premium $4.59 $41.87 $83.74
Diesel $3.99 $36.42 $72.83

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 Lubbock and Bridgeport. The current time is 21:54:52.

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.