How far is Lubbock, TX from Snyder, TX?
The driving distance from Lubbock, TX to Snyder, TX is about 42.8 miles (68.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.3 miles (60.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 44m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 52m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lubbock and Snyder.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lubbock and Snyder.
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Start on 19th Street
10 m · 6 sec · 19th Street
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Turn right onto Avenue Q
2.6 mi · 4 min · Avenue Q
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Keep slight left to continue on I 27 North, US 87 North
1652 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
37 mi · 37 min · Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 2337
1010 ft · 25 sec
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Turn straight onto East Service Road
836 ft · 29 sec · East Service Road
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Turn sharp right
2893 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto County Road 145
2 mi · 8 min · County Road 145
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 145
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lubbock and Snyder.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
37 mi · 00h 37m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Lubbock and Mostly Sunny near Snyder.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lubbock to Snyder?
The road trip is about 42.8 miles (68.9 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?
Abernathy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.4 miles from Lubbock and 21.4 miles from Snyder.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.3 miles (60.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.5 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 4:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.71 one way or $11.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Lubbock and Mostly Sunny near Snyder.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lubbock and Snyder. Straight-line distance: 37.33 mi (60.07 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 Snyder
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 11,005 |
| Coordinates | 34.1081300, -101.7310100 |
| Altitude | 1032 |
| Country | United States |
End: Snyder (-101.73101, 34.10813)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 69 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $5.71 | $11.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.42 | $12.84 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $6.93 | $13.86 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $6.03 | $12.06 |
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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