How far is Lubbock, TX from Seminole, TX?

The driving distance from Lubbock, TX to Seminole, TX is about 80 miles (128.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 30m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 74.9 miles (120.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 00m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
80.06 mi
01h 30m
Flight
74.89 mi
120.52 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
74.89 mi
Kilometers
120.52 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
80.06 mi
Kilometers
128.85 km
Drive Time
01h 30m

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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 01h 30m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Seminole
Thu, Apr 23, 12:11 PM CDT
Return by in Lubbock
Thu, Apr 23, 1:41 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lubbock
2026-04-23T10:41
Arrive Seminole
Thu, Apr 23, 12:11 PM CDT
Route Timing
01h 30m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM CDT

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

Leave by
3:30 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
Brownfield
TX

City in Texas, USA

From Lubbock
40.1 mi
00h 45m
To Seminole
40 mi
00h 45m

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
89°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 20 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on 19th Street

    2.4 mi · 5 min · 19th Street

  2. 2

    Take the ramp slight right toward US 62 West, US 82 West

    1 km · 1 min

  3. 3

    Merge slight left onto Marsha Sharp Freeway

    21.6 mi · 24 min · Marsha Sharp Freeway

  4. 4

    Continue straight

    15 mi · 17 min

  5. 5

    Continue on Seagraves Road

    40.4 mi · 43 min · Seagraves Road

  6. 6

    Turn left onto East Avenue A

    14 m · 1 sec · East Avenue A

  7. 7

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Avenue A

Car Route Details

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

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
7 steps
1 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Seagraves Road
40.4 mi · 50%
Marsha Sharp Freeway
36.6 mi · 46%
19th Street
2.4 mi · 3%
US 62 West
0.65 mi · 1%
East Avenue A
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

Seagraves Road

Continue on Seagraves Road

40.4 mi · 00h 43m

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 30m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+5.1 mi
74.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Brownfield
00h 45m from Lubbock
Leave By
3:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Lubbock and Mostly Sunny near Seminole.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 80 miles (128.8 km) and usually takes 01h 30m 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?

Brownfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.1 miles from Lubbock and 40 miles from Seminole.

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

The direct path is about 74.9 miles (120.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.1 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 3:30 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.66 one way or $21.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lubbock and Seminole. Straight-line distance: 74.89 mi (120.52 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
Seminole

#2 Seminole

City in Texas, USA

Population7,952
Coordinates32.7189900, -102.6449100
Altitude1005
CountryUnited States
Start: Lubbock (-101.85517, 33.57786)
End: Seminole (-102.64491, 32.71899)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 129 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 40m
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 08m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 59m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.82 gal
10.69 L · about $10.66
Round trip
$21.31
5.64 gal · 21.38 L
Estimated CO2
25.1 kg one way
Round trip: 50.1 kg / 110 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $10.66 $21.31
Mid-grade $4.25 $11.99 $23.98
Premium $4.59 $12.95 $25.89
Diesel $3.99 $11.26 $22.52

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 Seminole. The current time is 10:41:26.

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.