Austin, Texas to Lubbock: Road Trip Guide & Distance

332.3 miles 534.8 km · straight line
373.2 miles actual route 600.6 km · driving distance
6h 47min estimated drive time
$36 - $44 estimated fuel cost
~1h 10min flight time
315° NW bearing direction

How far is Austin, Texas from Lubbock?

The distance from Austin, Texas to Lubbock is 332.3 miles (534.8 km) as the crow flies. Lubbock is located NW of Austin, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 373.2 miles, taking about 6h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Austin, Texas and Lubbock. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Austin, Texas to Lubbock

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 47min $36 - $44 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 10min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 8min $30–$56* Budget
Train ~6h 27min $45–$131* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Austin, Texas & Lubbock

Quick Facts

Austin, Texas
30.27°N, 97.74°W
America/Chicago
149m elevation
Lubbock
33.58°N, 101.86°W
America/Chicago
976m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 111 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 74.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM