How far is Lubbock, TX from Levelland, TX?

The driving distance from Lubbock, TX to Levelland, TX is about 30.9 miles (49.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 39m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 30.1 miles (48.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 19m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
30.87 mi
00h 39m
Flight
30.1 mi
48.44 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
30.1 mi
Kilometers
48.44 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
30.87 mi
Kilometers
49.68 km
Drive Time
00h 39m

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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 00h 39m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Levelland
Thu, Apr 23, 1:26 AM CDT
Return by in Lubbock
Thu, Apr 23, 2:05 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lubbock
2026-04-23T00:46
Arrive Levelland
Thu, Apr 23, 1:26 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 39m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:40 AM to 7:40 PM CDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:10 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Lubbock
10:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure

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
Smyer
TX

Town of the United States

From Lubbock
15.4 mi
00h 19m
To Levelland
15.5 mi
00h 19m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
88°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph WSW
Destination
87°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 20 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on 19th Street

    10 mi · 16 min · 19th Street

  2. 2

    Continue on Highway 114

    3 mi · 3 min · Highway 114

  3. 3

    Continue on East State Highway 114

    17.2 mi · 19 min · East State Highway 114

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Avenue H

    2102 ft · 1 min · Avenue H

  5. 5

    Turn right onto 5th Street

    113 m · 16 sec · 5th Street

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Avenue I

    115 m · 16 sec · Avenue I

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Houston Street

    111 m · 7 sec · Houston Street

  8. 8

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Houston Street

Car Route Details

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

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
8 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
25.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East State Highway 114
17.2 mi · 56%
19th Street
10 mi · 32%
Highway 114
3.03 mi · 10%
Avenue H
0.4 mi · 1%
Avenue I
0.07 mi
5th Street
0.07 mi
Longest Stretch

East State Highway 114

Continue on East State Highway 114

17.2 mi · 00h 19m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 39m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+0.8 mi
30.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Smyer
00h 19m from Lubbock
Leave By
7:10 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Lubbock and Mostly Sunny near Levelland.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 30.9 miles (49.7 km) and usually takes 00h 39m 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?

Smyer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.4 miles from Lubbock and 15.5 miles from Levelland.

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

The direct path is about 30.1 miles (48.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.8 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 7:10 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.12 one way or $8.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near Smyer

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 Smyer and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 13.8 mi away

vintage town hall

Lubbock , TX
11707 Troy Ave, Lubbock, TX 79424
Tourist attraction
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 14.7 mi away

City of Levelland City Hall

Levelland , TX
1709 Ave H, Levelland, TX 79336
Rating 2.0/5 4 reviews City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 2.4 mi away

Smyer City Hall

Smyer , TX
202 Lincoln St, Smyer, TX 79367
Rating 2.6/5 5 reviews Fire station

Transit and Meeting Points

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

Transit stop coverage is not ready for this midpoint yet.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lubbock and Levelland. Straight-line distance: 30.1 mi (48.44 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
Levelland

#2 Levelland

City in Texas, USA

Population13,497
Coordinates33.5873200, -102.3779600
Altitude1073
CountryUnited States
Start: Lubbock (-101.85517, 33.57786)
End: Levelland (-102.37796, 33.58732)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 50 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 01m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 46m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 37m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 30m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 26m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 23m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.09 gal
4.12 L · about $4.12
Round trip
$8.24
2.18 gal · 8.24 L
Estimated CO2
9.7 kg one way
Round trip: 19.4 kg / 43 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $4.12 $8.24
Mid-grade $4.25 $4.63 $9.27
Premium $4.59 $5.00 $10.01
Diesel $3.99 $4.35 $8.70

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 Levelland. The current time is 00:46:18.

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.