Columbia, Missouri to Lubbock: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbia, Missouri from Lubbock?

The distance from Columbia, Missouri to Lubbock is 646.8 miles (1041 km) as the crow flies. Lubbock is located WSW of Columbia, Missouri. By car, the driving distance is approximately 776.2 miles, taking about 15h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 48min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, Missouri in Missouri and Lubbock in Texas.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Columbia, Missouri and Lubbock. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.