How far is Lubbock, TX from Dimmitt, TX?

The driving distance from Lubbock, TX to Dimmitt, TX is about 80.7 miles (129.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 26m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 72.1 miles (116.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 53m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
80.65 mi
01h 26m
Flight
72.13 mi
116.09 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
72.13 mi
Kilometers
116.09 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
80.65 mi
Kilometers
129.8 km
Drive Time
01h 26m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 26m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Dimmitt
Thu, Apr 23, 12:40 AM CDT
Return by in Lubbock
Thu, Apr 23, 2:07 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lubbock
2026-04-22T23:14
Arrive Dimmitt
Thu, Apr 23, 12:40 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 26m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:27 AM to 11:27 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:36 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Lubbock
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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
Littlefield
TX

City in Texas, USA

From Lubbock
40.4 mi
00h 43m
To Dimmitt
40.3 mi
00h 43m

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
88°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 20 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on 19th Street

    10 m · 6 sec · 19th Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Avenue Q

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Avenue Q

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Clovis Road

    6 mi · 7 min · Clovis Road

  4. 4

    Continue on Highway 84

    11.4 mi · 11 min · Highway 84

  5. 5

    Continue on US Highway 84

    16.1 mi · 16 min · US Highway 84

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Delano Avenue

    98 m · 9 sec · Delano Avenue

  7. 7

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Delano Avenue

    2.2 mi · 3 min · Delano Avenue

  8. 8

    Turn right onto North Eastside Avenue

    21.4 mi · 22 min · North Eastside Avenue

  9. 9

    Continue on North Main Street

    684 ft · 12 sec · North Main Street

  10. 10

    Turn straight

    21 mi · 23 min

  11. 11

    Turn left

    1.1 mi · 2 min

  12. 12

    Turn right onto East Bedford Street

    53 m · 3 sec · East Bedford Street

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Bedford Street

Car Route Details

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

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
13 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
16.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Eastside Avenue
21.4 mi · 27%
US Highway 84
16.1 mi · 20%
Highway 84
11.4 mi · 14%
Clovis Road
5.99 mi · 7%
Delano Avenue
2.29 mi · 3%
Avenue Q
1.16 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

North Eastside Avenue

Turn right onto North Eastside Avenue

21.4 mi · 00h 22m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 26m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 54m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8.6 mi
72.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Littlefield
00h 43m from Lubbock
Leave By
3:36 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Lubbock and Sunny near Dimmitt.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 80.7 miles (129.8 km) and usually takes 01h 26m 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?

Littlefield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.4 miles from Lubbock and 40.3 miles from Dimmitt.

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

The direct path is about 72.1 miles (116.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 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 3:36 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.77 one way or $21.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lubbock and Dimmitt. Straight-line distance: 72.13 mi (116.09 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
Dimmitt

#2 Dimmitt

City in Castro County, Texas, United States

Population4,005
Coordinates34.5509000, -102.3118600
Altitude1181
CountryUnited States
Start: Lubbock (-101.85517, 33.57786)
End: Dimmitt (-102.31186, 34.5509)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 130 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 41m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 00m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 36m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 20m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 09m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 00m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.85 gal
10.77 L · about $10.77
Round trip
$21.54
5.7 gal · 21.54 L
Estimated CO2
25.3 kg one way
Round trip: 50.7 kg / 112 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $10.77 $21.54
Mid-grade $4.25 $12.12 $24.24
Premium $4.59 $13.08 $26.17
Diesel $3.99 $11.38 $22.76

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 Dimmitt. The current time is 23:14:16.

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.