How far is Lubbock, TX from Spearman, TX?
The driving distance from Lubbock, TX to Spearman, TX is about 229 miles (368.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 184.9 miles (297.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 00m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Village in Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lubbock and Spearman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lubbock and Spearman.
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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
104.6 mi · 1 hr 45 min · Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
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Continue on Canyon Expressway
13.5 mi · 15 min · Canyon Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on US 87 North
1.5 km · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on South Fillmore Street
45.4 mi · 48 min · South Fillmore Street
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Continue on South Dumas Avenue
5.6 mi · 6 min · South Dumas Avenue
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Turn right
13.4 mi · 14 min
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Turn right onto FM 281
28 mi · 30 min · FM 281
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Turn left
14.3 mi · 14 min
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Turn right onto West Kenneth Avenue
1764 ft · 37 sec · West Kenneth Avenue
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Turn slight left onto Northwest Court
47 m · 3 sec · Northwest Court
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Northwest Court
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lubbock and Spearman.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
105 mi · 01h 45m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lubbock and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Spearman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lubbock to Spearman?
The road trip is about 229 miles (368.6 km) and usually takes 04h 00m 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?
Timbercreek Canyon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 114.6 miles from Lubbock and 114.4 miles from Spearman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 184.9 miles (297.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:00 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.53 one way or $61.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 71.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lubbock and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Spearman.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lubbock and Spearman. Straight-line distance: 184.91 mi (297.59 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 Spearman
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 3,178 |
| Coordinates | 36.1983700, -101.1923800 |
| Altitude | 946 |
| Country | United States |
End: Spearman (-101.19238, 36.19837)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 369 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 51m |
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 | $30.53 | $61.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $34.36 | $68.71 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $37.10 | $74.19 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $32.26 | $64.53 |
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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