Lubbock travel guide
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You're Going to Love Lubbock
With a population of 229,573, Lubbock is a must-see destination in Texas, United States.
Where to Eat in Lubbock
If you’re looking for affordable options, Las Brisas Southwest Steakhouse (4701 112th St.) and The Funky Door (6801 Milwaukee Ave) are great picks.
When to visit Lubbock
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lubbock in July, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 34 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -4 °C, with an average temperature of 4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 71 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Lubbock, with an average rainfall of 14 mm.
How to Get to Lubbock
Plane
When flying to Lubbock, you’ll arrive at Lubbock (LBB), which is located 10 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Lubbock from New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 27h 54m.
Bus
Greyhound operates bus routes to Lubbock. Lubbock’s bus station is located 1.3 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Lubbock
Where to stay in Lubbock
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Quality Suites and Extended Stay America Suites - Lubbock - Southwest.
Where to stay in popular areas of Lubbock
Most booked hotels in Lubbock
Hiring a car in Lubbock
Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Lubbock is the Hertz branch at 3444 W Loop 289, which is 8 km from the city centre.
Expect to pay $1.64 per litre in Lubbock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.64 and $26.18. The most frequently booked car type in Lubbock is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Forte or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.