How far is San Juan, TX from Lubbock, TX?
Fastest route
The distance between San Juan, Texas, and Lubbock, Texas, is approximately 550 miles (885 kilometers). To travel from San Juan to Lubbock, you can follow the route provided.
Directions
Take US-281 N, I-37 N, I-10 W, US-83 N, US-377 N, TX-158 W, FM2111, FM384, TX-153 S, State Hwy 70 N, NW Georgia Ave/I-20 Frontage Rd, I-20 W, and US-84 W/E Hwy 84 to reach Lubbock.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your trip ahead: Before setting off, make sure to plan your trip by considering the estimated travel time, stops for rest or refueling, and any potential road closures or construction along the way.
- ⛽ Fuel up your vehicle: Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel to cover the distance between San Juan and Lubbock. Identify gas stations along the route and refuel as needed.
- 🚦 Follow traffic rules: Observe and adhere to all traffic regulations, including speed limits, road signs, and signals. Stay alert and drive safely throughout the journey.
- 🛣️ Stay on designated routes: Stick to the suggested route and follow the highway signs to avoid getting lost or taking unnecessary detours.
- 🚧 Check for road conditions: Prior to your departure, check for any road advisories or closures that may affect your journey. Stay updated with weather forecasts as well.
- 🍽️ Plan for meals and breaks: Plan your meals and rest breaks along the way to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable trip. Identify suitable restaurants or picnic spots for your convenience.
- 🗺️ Use navigation tools: Utilize GPS or smartphone navigation apps to assist you during the trip. They can provide real-time directions, alternative routes, and estimated arrival times.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 09h 18m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
City in Kerr County, Texas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between San Juan and Lubbock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between San Juan and Lubbock.
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Start on the route
54 m · 18 sec
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Turn left
47 m · 17 sec
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Turn left
55 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto South Nebraska Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · South Nebraska Avenue
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Turn left onto Frontage Road
652 ft · 13 sec · Frontage Road
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Take the ramp straight
1392 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
1.3 km · 56 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 69C North, US 281: Edinburg
1.4 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
21.8 mi · 23 min
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Continue straight
57.1 mi · 1 hr
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Keep slight right
70.2 mi · 1 hr 20 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Nueces Street
14.7 mi · 19 min · Nueces Street
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Continue straight
1199 ft · 16 sec
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Take the exit straight
68.3 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Cesar Estrada Chavez Boulevard, Alamodome
1054 ft · 28 sec
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Turn left onto East César E. Chávez Boulevard
1.4 mi · 3 min · East César E. Chávez Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight toward I 10 West, I 35 North
1303 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Pan Am Expressway
28 m · 1 sec · South Pan Am Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 10 West, US 87 North: El Paso
1.4 km · 1 min · McDermott Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on McDermott Freeway
14.6 mi · 17 min · McDermott Freeway
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Keep slight right
98.7 mi · 1 hr 37 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 83 North, US 377: Junction, Menard
1665 ft · 44 sec
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Turn right onto North Main Street
29.3 mi · 31 min · North Main Street
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Continue on Frisco Avenue
41.9 mi · 45 min · Frisco Avenue
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Continue on Roberts Avenue
16.5 mi · 18 min · Roberts Avenue
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Turn right onto Hutchings Avenue
118 m · 18 sec · Hutchings Avenue
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Turn left onto North Broadway Street
6.3 mi · 7 min · North Broadway Street
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Turn right
12.3 mi · 13 min
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Turn left onto State Highway 153
29.5 mi · 33 min · State Highway 153
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Keep slight right to continue on State Highway 153
6 m · 1 sec · State Highway 153
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Turn right onto State Highway 70
10.4 mi · 11 min · State Highway 70
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Continue on Lamar Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Lamar Street
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Turn left onto Northwest Georgia Avenue
670 ft · 17 sec · Northwest Georgia Avenue
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 20 West: Midland
104 m · 8 sec
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Merge slight left
6 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
1721 ft · 20 sec
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Keep slight left
74.2 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Turn right onto South Avenue F
1 mi · 2 min · South Avenue F
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Keep slight left to continue on North Avenue F
617 ft · 11 sec · North Avenue F
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Turn straight onto Ralls Road
1863 ft · 39 sec · Ralls Road
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Turn left onto East 15th Street
734 ft · 17 sec · East 15th Street
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Turn right onto North US Highway 84
1 mi · 1 min · North US Highway 84
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Continue on Highway 84
20 mi · 20 min · Highway 84
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Continue on Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
4.6 mi · 5 min · Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
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Continue on East Highway 84
6.8 mi · 7 min · East Highway 84
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Continue on Slaton Road
4.9 mi · 6 min · Slaton Road
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Continue on Avenue Q South Drive
2.9 mi · 3 min · Avenue Q South Drive
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Turn right onto 19th Street
10 m · 1 sec · 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 San Juan and Lubbock.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
McDermott Freeway
Keep slight right
98.7 mi · 01h 37m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Mostly Sunny leaving San Juan and Sunny near Lubbock.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from San Juan to Lubbock?
The road trip is about 626.8 miles (1008.7 km) and usually takes 09h 18m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ingram is a useful midpoint, sitting about 311.1 miles from San Juan and 315.7 miles from Lubbock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 556.4 miles (895.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 70.4 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 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $83.59 one way or $167.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 196.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around San Juan and Sunny near Lubbock.
Stop Ideas Near Ingram
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ingram.
San Antonio Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between San Juan and Lubbock. Straight-line distance: 556.42 mi (895.47 km).
#1 San Juan
In Hidalgo County, Texas, San Juan is a city.
| Population | 37,034 |
| Coordinates | 26.1892400, -98.1552900 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| 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: 1009 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 20h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 15h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 12h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 10h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 08h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 07h 49m |
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 | $83.59 | $167.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $94.05 | $188.11 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $101.55 | $203.11 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $88.33 | $176.65 |
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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