How far is Roanoke, TX from Lubbock, TX?
The driving distance from Roanoke, TX to Lubbock, TX is about 313.9 miles (505.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 270.2 miles (434.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 30m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 45m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Texas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Roanoke and Lubbock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roanoke and Lubbock.
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Start on East Byron Nelson Boulevard
1.4 km · 2 min · East Byron Nelson Boulevard
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Turn right onto Litsey Road
1359 ft · 41 sec · Litsey Road
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Turn left onto West State Highway 114
9.9 mi · 13 min · West State Highway 114
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Continue on East State Highway 114
2.5 mi · 3 min · East State Highway 114
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Continue on State Highway 114
1.4 mi · 2 min · State Highway 114
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Keep slight left
88.9 mi · 1 hr 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abilene
48.8 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock
2000 ft · 53 sec
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Turn right onto US Highway 82
1.5 mi · 2 min · US Highway 82
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Continue on North Main Street
3174 ft · 45 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto East California Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · East California Street
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Continue on US Highway 82 West
93.5 mi · 1 hr 38 min · US Highway 82 West
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Continue on West Highway 82
24.4 mi · 26 min · West Highway 82
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Continue on East Main Street
1.6 km · 2 min · East Main Street
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Continue on US Highway 82
7.3 mi · 7 min · US Highway 82
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Continue on 4th Street
1.6 km · 1 min · 4th Street
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Continue on US Highway 82
24.7 mi · 27 min · US Highway 82
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Continue on Idalou Road
2.1 mi · 4 min · Idalou Road
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Continue on East 19th Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · East 19th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 19th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Roanoke and Lubbock.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
US Highway 82 West
Continue on US Highway 82 West
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Roanoke 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 Roanoke to Lubbock?
The road trip is about 313.9 miles (505.1 km) and usually takes 04h 45m 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?
Seymour is a useful midpoint, sitting about 156.2 miles from Roanoke and 157.7 miles from Lubbock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 270.2 miles (434.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.7 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 7:30 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.83 one way or $83.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 98.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Roanoke and Mostly Sunny near Lubbock.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Roanoke and Lubbock. Straight-line distance: 270.27 mi (434.95 km).
#1 Roanoke
City in Denton County, Texas, United States
| Population | 9,753 |
| Coordinates | 33.0040100, -97.2258500 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: 19th Street (-101.855168, 33.577814)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 505 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 54m |
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 | $41.83 | $83.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $47.07 | $94.14 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $50.82 | $101.64 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $44.20 | $88.41 |
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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