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Interstate 27
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Route information
Maintained by TXDOT
Length 124.13 mi (199.77 km)
Existed 1969–present
Major junctions
South end US 87 / Loop 289 in Lubbock
  US 84 in Lubbock
US 62 in Lubbock
US 82 in Lubbock
US 70 near Plainview
US 60 near Canyon
North end I-40 / US 60 / US 87 / US 287 in Amarillo
Highway system
Main route of the Interstate Highway System
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Highways in Texas
Interstate • U.S. • TX (Loops – Spurs – Rec – FM)

← SH 26 SH 27 →

Interstate 27 (I-27) is an important highway in the state of Texas, United States. It is part of the Interstate Highway System, which is a large network of roads that connect cities all over the country. I-27 travels from Lubbock in the south, heading north to Amarillo. This highway is about 124 miles (200 km) long.

What is an Interstate Highway?

Interstate Highways are special roads built to help people travel across states. They are usually very straight and have few stops, making trips faster. These highways are designed for high speeds and safe travel. They are a key part of how goods and people move around the United States.

Where Does I-27 Go?

Interstate 27 starts in the city of Lubbock. Lubbock is a large city in West Texas. From there, the highway heads north through several towns.

One of the towns it passes near is Plainview. Further north, I-27 goes by Canyon. Finally, the highway reaches its end in Amarillo. Amarillo is another major city in the Texas Panhandle.

Connecting Cities

I-27 is very important for connecting Lubbock and Amarillo. These two cities are major centers in West Texas. The highway makes it easier for people to travel between them. It also helps businesses move products and supplies. This helps the economy of the region.

The highway was officially established in 1969. It has been serving travelers and businesses for many years. It helps link smaller towns along its path to the larger cities.

Images for kids

  • Interstate 27 southern terminus

    Southern terminus in Lubbock

  • Downtown Lubbock from I-27 2005-09-10

    Downtown Lubbock, as seen from I-27

  • Interstate 27 northern terminus

    Northern terminus at I-40 south of downtown Amarillo

  • Interstate 27 Tulia

    I-27 in Tulia

See also

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