Indianapolis to Lubbock: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Indianapolis from Lubbock?

The distance from Indianapolis to Lubbock is 967.5 miles (1557 km) as the crow flies. Lubbock is located WSW of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1087.8 miles, taking about 19h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 27min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Indianapolis 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.