Lawrence, Kansas to Lubbock: Road Trip Guide & Distance

524 miles 843.3 km · straight line
628.8 miles estimated 1012 km · driving distance
12h 39min estimated drive time
$61 - $74 estimated fuel cost
~1h 33min flight time
227° SW bearing direction

How far is Lawrence, Kansas from Lubbock?

The distance from Lawrence, Kansas to Lubbock is 524 miles (843.3 km) as the crow flies. Lubbock is located SW of Lawrence, Kansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 628.8 miles, taking about 12h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Lawrence, Kansas in Kansas 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 Lawrence, Kansas 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 Lawrence, Kansas to Lubbock

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 39min $61 - $74 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 11min $50–$94* Budget
Train ~16h 27min $75–$220* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lawrence, Kansas & Lubbock

Quick Facts

Lawrence, Kansas
38.97°N, 95.24°W
America/Chicago
263m 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 175 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients