How far is Lubbock, TX from Cleburne, TX?
The driving distance from Lubbock, TX to Cleburne, TX is about 323.1 miles (519.9 km), with a travel time of about 05h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 272.6 miles (438.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 34m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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Village in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lubbock and Cleburne.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lubbock and Cleburne.
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Start on 19th Street
10 m · 7 sec · 19th Street
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Turn left onto Avenue Q
2.9 mi · 3 min · Avenue Q
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Continue on Slaton Road
4.8 mi · 6 min · Slaton Road
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Continue on East Highway 84
6.9 mi · 7 min · East Highway 84
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Continue on Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
4.5 mi · 5 min · Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
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Continue on East Highway 84
20 mi · 20 min · East Highway 84
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Continue on North US Highway 84
1 mi · 1 min · North US Highway 84
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Turn left onto East 15th Street
734 ft · 17 sec · East 15th Street
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Turn right onto Ralls Road
1863 ft · 38 sec · Ralls Road
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Turn straight onto North Avenue F
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Avenue F
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At the end of the road, turn left onto US Highway 84
73.9 mi · 1 hr 14 min · US Highway 84
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Keep slight left to continue on I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
169.7 mi · 2 hr 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SH 171, FM 51: Granbury, Cleburne
1763 ft · 50 sec
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Turn straight onto West Interstate 20
603 ft · 12 sec · West Interstate 20
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1.6 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Cleburne Highway
13.7 mi · 20 min · Cleburne Highway
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Continue on North Cresson Highway
3.2 mi · 5 min · North Cresson Highway
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Continue on State Highway 171
12.9 mi · 18 min · State Highway 171
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Continue on Weatherford Highway
6.4 mi · 10 min · Weatherford Highway
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Turn left onto East Chambers Street
85 m · 12 sec · East Chambers Street
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Turn left onto North Caddo Street
86 m · 12 sec · North Caddo Street
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Turn left onto East Henderson Street
71 m · 4 sec · East Henderson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Henderson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lubbock and Cleburne.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 20 East
Keep slight left to continue on I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
170 mi · 02h 51m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lubbock and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cleburne.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lubbock to Cleburne?
The road trip is about 323.1 miles (519.9 km) and usually takes 05h 47m 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?
Impact is a useful midpoint, sitting about 161.4 miles from Lubbock and 161.6 miles from Cleburne.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 272.6 miles (438.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 50.5 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 5:26 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $42.89 one way or $85.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 100.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Lubbock and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cleburne.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lubbock and Cleburne. Straight-line distance: 272.6 mi (438.71 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 Cleburne
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 31,999 |
| Coordinates | 32.3476400, -97.3866800 |
| Altitude | 233 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cleburne (-97.38668, 32.34764)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 520 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 01m |
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 | $42.89 | $85.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $48.26 | $96.52 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $52.11 | $104.22 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $45.32 | $90.64 |
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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