Lubbock to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

588.5 miles 947.1 km · straight line
738.1 miles actual route 1187.9 km · driving distance
13h 38min estimated drive time
$71 - $87 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
272° W bearing direction

How far is Lubbock from Phoenix?

The distance from Lubbock to Phoenix is 588.5 miles (947.1 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located W of Lubbock. By car, the driving distance is approximately 738.1 miles, taking about 13h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Lubbock in Texas and Phoenix 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 Phoenix. 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 Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 38min $71 - $87 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 22min $59–$111* Budget
Train ~17h 43min $89–$258* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lubbock & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Lubbock
33.58°N, 101.86°W
America/Chicago
976m elevation
Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 196 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM