How far is Muleshoe, TX from Lubbock, TX?

The driving distance from Muleshoe, TX to Lubbock, TX is about 69 miles (111 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 67 miles (107.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 11m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
68.96 mi
01h 05m
Flight
67.01 mi
107.84 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
67.01 mi
Kilometers
107.84 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
68.96 mi
Kilometers
110.98 km
Drive Time
01h 05m

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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 05m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lubbock
Thu, Apr 23, 2:29 AM CDT
Return by in Muleshoe
Thu, Apr 23, 3:35 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Muleshoe
2026-04-23T01:23
Arrive Lubbock
Thu, Apr 23, 2:29 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 05m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:06 AM to 11:06 AM CDT

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

Leave by
4:18 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Muleshoe
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
Littlefield
TX

City in Texas, USA

From Muleshoe
34.4 mi
00h 32m
To Lubbock
34.5 mi
00h 32m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
86°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 20 mph WSW
Destination
88°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on North 1st Street

    20 m · 7 sec · North 1st Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto East American Boulevard

    17.8 mi · 18 min · East American Boulevard

  3. 3

    Continue straight

    8 mi · 8 min

  4. 4

    Continue straight

    42 mi · 44 min

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto Avenue Q

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Avenue Q

  6. 6

    Turn left onto 19th Street

    10 m · 1 sec · 19th Street

  7. 7

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 19th Street

Car Route Details

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

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
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
1 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East American Boulevard
67.7 mi · 98%
Avenue Q
1.12 mi · 2%
North 1st Street
0.01 mi
19th Street
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

East American Boulevard

Continue straight

42 mi · 00h 44m

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 05m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+2 mi
67 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Littlefield
00h 32m from Muleshoe
Leave By
4:18 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Muleshoe and Mostly Sunny near Lubbock.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 69 miles (111 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?

Littlefield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.4 miles from Muleshoe and 34.5 miles from Lubbock.

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

The direct path is about 67 miles (107.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 2 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 4:18 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.18 one way or $18.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Muleshoe and Lubbock. Straight-line distance: 67.01 mi (107.84 km).

Muleshoe

#1 Muleshoe

City in Texas, USA

Population4,822
Coordinates34.2264700, -102.7238300
Altitude1156
CountryUnited States
Lubbock

#2 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
Start: North 1st Street (-102.723764, 34.226431)
End: 19th Street (-101.855168, 33.577814)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 111 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 17m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 43m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 22m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 08m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 59m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 51m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.43 gal
9.21 L · about $9.18
Round trip
$18.37
4.86 gal · 18.42 L
Estimated CO2
21.6 kg one way
Round trip: 43.2 kg / 95 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $9.18 $18.37
Mid-grade $4.25 $10.33 $20.66
Premium $4.59 $11.16 $22.31
Diesel $3.99 $9.70 $19.41

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 Muleshoe and Lubbock. The current time is 01:23:54.

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.