How far is Lubbock, TX from Post, TX?
The driving distance from Lubbock, TX to Post, TX is about 40.6 miles (65.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.3 miles (61.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 27m 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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City in Lubbock County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lubbock and Post.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lubbock and Post.
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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
1.6 km · 1 min · North US Highway 84
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Continue on North Broadway Street
2687 ft · 1 min · North Broadway Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
71 m · 6 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lubbock and Post.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
East Highway 84
Continue on East Highway 84
20 mi · 00h 20m
Route Summary
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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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lubbock to Post?
The road trip is about 40.6 miles (65.4 km) and usually takes 00h 43m 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?
Slaton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.3 miles from Lubbock and 20.3 miles from Post.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.3 miles (61.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.3 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 7:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.40 one way or $10.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lubbock and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Post.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lubbock and Post. Straight-line distance: 38.32 mi (61.67 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 Post
City in Garza County, Texas, United States
| Population | 5,123 |
| Coordinates | 33.1912200, -101.3790000 |
| Altitude | 794 |
| Country | United States |
End: Post (-101.379, 33.19122)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 65 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
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 | $5.40 | $10.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.08 | $12.16 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $6.57 | $13.13 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $5.71 | $11.42 |
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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