How far is Lubbock, TX from Kermit, TX?
The driving distance from Lubbock, TX to Kermit, TX is about 154.6 miles (248.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 138.9 miles (223.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 02m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 01m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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City in Texas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lubbock and Kermit.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lubbock and Kermit.
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Start on 19th Street
2.4 mi · 5 min · 19th Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 62 West, US 82 West
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Marsha Sharp Freeway
21.6 mi · 24 min · Marsha Sharp Freeway
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Continue straight
15 mi · 17 min
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Continue on Seagraves Road
57.9 mi · 1 hr 4 min · Seagraves Road
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Continue on North US Highway 385
8.3 mi · 8 min · North US Highway 385
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Turn right onto Northwest Andrews Loop 1910
4.2 mi · 5 min · Northwest Andrews Loop 1910
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Turn right onto Kermit Highway
23.5 mi · 25 min · Kermit Highway
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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 East Austin Street
1 km · 1 min · East Austin Street
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Turn left
34 m · 8 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 Kermit.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Seagraves Road
Continue on Seagraves Road
57.9 mi · 01h 04m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Lubbock and Mostly Sunny near Kermit.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lubbock to Kermit?
The road trip is about 154.6 miles (248.8 km) and usually takes 03h 01m 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?
Seminole is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.4 miles from Lubbock and 77.2 miles from Kermit.
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 15.7 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 10:58 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.63 one way or $41.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Lubbock and Mostly Sunny near Kermit.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lubbock and Kermit. Straight-line distance: 138.93 mi (223.58 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 Kermit
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 6,367 |
| Coordinates | 31.8576300, -103.0926700 |
| Altitude | 872 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kermit (-103.09267, 31.85763)
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 51m |
| 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 | $20.63 | $41.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.22 | $46.43 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $25.07 | $50.13 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $21.80 | $43.60 |
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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