Lubbock to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

681.6 miles 1097 km · straight line
751.9 miles actual route 1210.1 km · driving distance
13h 33min estimated drive time
$72 - $89 estimated fuel cost
~1h 52min flight time
78° ENE bearing direction

How far is Lubbock from Memphis?

The distance from Lubbock to Memphis is 681.6 miles (1097 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located ENE of Lubbock. By car, the driving distance is approximately 751.9 miles, taking about 13h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 52min. Both are located in United States — Lubbock in Texas and Memphis in Tennessee.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lubbock and Memphis. 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.

How to Get from Lubbock to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 33min $72 - $89 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 16min $60–$113* Budget
Train ~17h 37min $90–$263* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Lubbock & Memphis

Quick Facts

Lubbock
33.58°N, 101.86°W
America/Chicago
976m elevation
Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 227 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 57 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 36.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM