Gainesville, Texas to Lubbock: Road Trip Guide & Distance

271.7 miles 437.3 km · straight line
339.6 miles estimated 546.6 km · driving distance
6h 50min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
271° W bearing direction

How far is Gainesville, Texas from Lubbock?

The distance from Gainesville, Texas to Lubbock is 271.7 miles (437.3 km) as the crow flies. Lubbock is located W of Gainesville, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 339.6 miles, taking about 6h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Gainesville, Texas 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.

How to Get from Gainesville, Texas to Lubbock

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 50min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 12min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 30min $41–$119* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gainesville, Texas & Lubbock

Quick Facts

Gainesville, Texas
33.63°N, 97.13°W
America/Chicago
229m 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 91 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients