Day trip from Lubbock to Abilene
Abilene lies 234 km (146 mi) south-east of Lubbock, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 234 km (146 mi) apart, Abilene is a realistic day trip from Lubbock: about 3 h 49 min each way by road.
| Lubbock | Abilene | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 249,042 | 125,182 |
| Elevation | 979 m (3,212 ft) | 525 m (1,722 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 79401–79499 | 79601–79699 |
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Common questions
How far is Abilene from Lubbock?
234 km (146 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Lubbock; by road roughly 286 km (178 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lubbock to Abilene by road?
About 3 h 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lubbock and Abilene?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.