Cities Near Amarillo
Cities near Amarillo, Texas: 8 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Lubbock, Lawton, Wichita Falls. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Amarillo, Texas is Lubbock, about 114 mi (183 km) away — roughly 2 hr 38 min by road. Below, 8 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lubbock | 114 mi / 183 km | 2 hr 38 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Lawton | 199 mi / 321 km | 4 hr 21 min | 52 min | Weekend getaway |
| Wichita Falls | 210 mi / 338 km | 4 hr 35 min | 53 min | Short break |
| Midland | 223 mi / 359 km | 4 hr 52 min | 55 min | Short break |
| Abilene | 226 mi / 364 km | 4 hr 56 min | 55 min | Short break |
| Santa Fe | 233 mi / 376 km | 5 hr 5 min | 56 min | Short break |
| Odessa | 235 mi / 379 km | 5 hr 8 min | 56 min | Short break |
| Enid | 236 mi / 380 km | 5 hr 9 min | 56 min | Short break |
Weekend getaways from Amarillo
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Lubbock. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Amarillo include Lubbock, Lawton, Wichita Falls, Midland, Abilene. The closest is Lubbock, about 114 miles (183 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.