Distance Guide
How far is Lubbock from Waco?
The distance between Lubbock, TX and Waco, TX is about 308 miles — roughly a 5 hr 36 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
308 mi
Drive time
5 hr 36 min
Midpoint
32.564°, -99.501°
Driving from Lubbock to Waco
Most drivers cover the 308-mile route in about 5 hr 36 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 154 miles each instead of 308. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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