Emporia to Lubbock: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Emporia from Lubbock?

The distance from Emporia to Lubbock is 460 miles (740.3 km) as the crow flies. Lubbock is located SW of Emporia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 552 miles, taking about 11h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Emporia in Kansas and Lubbock in Texas.

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 Emporia 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.