Lubbock to Payson, Arizona: Road Trip Guide & Distance

544.8 miles 876.7 km · straight line
653.7 miles estimated 1052 km · driving distance
13h 9min estimated drive time
$63 - $77 estimated fuel cost
~1h 36min flight time
277° W bearing direction

How far is Lubbock from Payson, Arizona?

The distance from Lubbock to Payson, Arizona is 544.8 miles (876.7 km) as the crow flies. Payson, Arizona is located W of Lubbock. By car, the driving distance is approximately 653.7 miles, taking about 13h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 36min. Both are located in United States — Lubbock in Texas and Payson, Arizona in Arizona.

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 Lubbock and Payson, Arizona. 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 Lubbock to Payson, Arizona

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 9min $63 - $77 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 36min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 47min $52–$98* Budget
Train ~17h 6min $78–$229* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lubbock & Payson, Arizona

Quick Facts

Lubbock
33.58°N, 101.86°W
America/Chicago
976m elevation
Payson, Arizona
34.23°N, 111.33°W
America/Phoenix
1500m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 182 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 45.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients