How far is Lubbock, TX from Wichita Falls, TX?
The driving distance from Lubbock, TX to Wichita Falls, TX is about 210.3 miles (338.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 194.6 miles (313.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 39m 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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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 Wichita Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lubbock and Wichita Falls.
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Start on 19th Street
10 m · 6 sec · 19th Street
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Turn right onto Avenue Q
1 mi · 1 min · Avenue Q
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Turn right onto Marsha Sharp Freeway
112 m · 7 sec · Marsha Sharp Freeway
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Take the ramp slight left toward US 82 East
1652 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Marsha Sharp Freeway
1 mi · 1 min · Marsha Sharp Freeway
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Continue on Parkway Drive
2.4 mi · 4 min · Parkway Drive
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Continue on Idalou Road
24.7 mi · 26 min · Idalou Road
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Continue on 4th Street
1.6 km · 1 min · 4th Street
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Continue on US Highway 82
7.3 mi · 7 min · US Highway 82
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Continue on West Main Street
1.6 km · 2 min · West Main Street
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Continue on US Highway 82
24.4 mi · 26 min · US Highway 82
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Continue on 5th Street
93.5 mi · 1 hr 38 min · 5th Street
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Continue on West California Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · West California Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
3174 ft · 41 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on US Highway 82
1.5 mi · 2 min · US Highway 82
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Take the exit left toward US 82 East, US 183 North, US 277 North, US 283 North: Wichita Falls
48.1 mi · 54 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 277 North, US 281 North, US 287 North: Lawton
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Lloyd Ruby Overpass
2491 ft · 35 sec · Lloyd Ruby Overpass
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Take the exit slight right toward 6th Street, MPEC
2269 ft · 56 sec
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Turn straight onto 6th Street
1320 ft · 33 sec · 6th Street
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Turn right onto Scott Avenue
30 m · 2 sec · Scott Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Scott Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lubbock and Wichita Falls.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
5th Street
Continue on 5th Street
93.5 mi · 01h 38m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Lubbock and Sunny near Wichita Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lubbock to Wichita Falls?
The road trip is about 210.3 miles (338.5 km) and usually takes 03h 49m 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?
Benjamin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 105 miles from Lubbock and 105.3 miles from Wichita Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 194.6 miles (313.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.7 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 9:20 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.04 one way or $56.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Lubbock and Sunny near Wichita Falls.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lubbock and Wichita Falls. Straight-line distance: 194.52 mi (313.05 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 Wichita Falls
The most populous city in Wichita County, Texas.
| Population | 105,405 |
| Coordinates | 33.9137100, -98.4933900 |
| Altitude | 289 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wichita Falls (-98.49339, 33.91371)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 339 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 37m |
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 | $28.04 | $56.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $31.55 | $63.10 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $34.07 | $68.13 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $29.63 | $59.26 |
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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