Cities Near Lubbock
Cities near Lubbock, Texas: 7 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Midland, Amarillo, Odessa. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Lubbock, Texas is Midland, about 110 mi (177 km) away — roughly 2 hr 33 min by road. Below, 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midland | 110 mi / 177 km | 2 hr 33 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Amarillo | 114 mi / 183 km | 2 hr 38 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Odessa | 123 mi / 198 km | 2 hr 52 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Abilene | 146 mi / 234 km | 3 hr 23 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| San Angelo | 168 mi / 270 km | 3 hr 54 min | 49 min | Weekend getaway |
| Wichita Falls | 195 mi / 313 km | 4 hr 15 min | 51 min | Weekend getaway |
| Lawton | 211 mi / 339 km | 4 hr 36 min | 53 min | Short break |
Weekend getaways from Lubbock
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Midland, Amarillo, Odessa, Abilene, San Angelo. 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 Lubbock include Midland, Amarillo, Odessa, Abilene, San Angelo. The closest is Midland, about 110 miles (177 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.