Trip from Abernathy, TX to Dallas, TX

Drive Time

6h 21m

Distance

363.3 mi

585 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$56

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

6h 9m ★

6 AM

6h 21m

8 AM

6h 46m

10 AM

6h 30m

12 PM

6h 27m

3 PM

6h 31m

5 PM

6h 45m

8 PM

6h 14m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

Spanning 351.5 miles across the Great Plains, your journey from Abernathy to Dallas takes approximately 5 hours and 31 minutes. This trip is best suited for a single day of driving, though you should plan for a fuel budget of about $52 to cover the distance. Navigating this route involves a series of local roads, including Avenue D, Main Street, and the West Service Road, rather than a direct interstate sprint. Since you will be staying within the Great Plains region the entire time, expect a consistent landscape throughout. It is a straightforward, manageable trek that works well for travelers looking to move between these two Texas hubs without the complexity of major highway congestion.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

181.7 miles from Abernathy, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 8m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route relies on local connectors, meaning your highway share is essentially zero percent. Because the longest stretch on Avenue D is negligible, you will find yourself navigating frequent turns and transitions rather than settling into a long cruise. The character of the road remains technical and local from start to finish, reflecting the practical nature of these connecting thoroughfares. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience that prioritizes local navigation over high-speed transit.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 84 is the longest continuous segment at about 183 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and US Highway 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 133.4 miles in near US 84.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 363.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 133.4 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 316.4 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 361.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 24 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

133.4 mi into trip | ~2h 19m in | US 84

Keep slight left at fork onto US 84 toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene

316.4 mi into trip | ~5h 25m in | I 30 / West Freeway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 30 / West Freeway toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 421 Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth

361.7 mi into trip | ~6h 17m in

Take the exit toward I 35E North: Denton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 45A Toward I 35E North: Denton

361.9 mi into trip | ~6h 18m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 35E North: Denton, Commerce Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 35E North: Denton, Commerce Street

362.8 mi into trip | ~6h 19m in

Take the exit toward Continental Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 429A Toward Continental Avenue

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 84	183 mi	3h 5m
US Highway 84	73.9 mi	1h 14m
Tom Landry Freeway	30 mi	35m
East Highway 84	26.9 mi	26m
West Freeway	15.2 mi	17m
Marshall Formby Memorial Highway	14.1 mi	14m
Loop 289	7.5 mi	8m
Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway	4.5 mi	4m

Longest stretch: US 84 — 183 mi, about 3h 5m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Abernathy, TX and Dallas, TX.

Start on this road

44 ft · 8 sec · this road

Turn left onto Loop 369

164 ft · 8 sec · Avenue D

Turn left onto Main Street

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Main Street

Turn right onto West Service Road

0.1 mi · 21 sec · West Service Road

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 14 sec

Merge onto I 27; US 87

14 mi · 14 min · Marshall Formby Memorial Highway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Exit 536B Toward Loop 289

Turn straight onto North Interstate 27

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Interstate 27

Turn left onto North Loop 289

0.2 mi · 24 sec · North Loop 289

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 21 sec

Merge onto Loop 289

7.5 mi · 8 min · Loop 289

Take the exit

421 ft · 10 sec

Toward Spur 331: Southeast Drive

Keep slight right at fork

233 ft · 5 sec

Toward Spur 331: Southeast Drive

Turn straight onto Southeast Loop 289

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Southeast Loop 289

Turn right onto Spur 331

1.9 mi · 2 min · Southeast Drive

Merge onto US 84

0.2 mi · 13 sec · Slaton Road

Continue on US 84

6.9 mi · 6 min · East Highway 84

Continue on US 84

4.5 mi · 4 min · Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway

Continue on US 84

20 mi · 20 min · East Highway 84

Continue on US 84

1.0 mi · 1 min · North US Highway 84

Turn left onto Spur 575

0.1 mi · 16 sec · East 15th Street

Turn right onto TX 207

0.4 mi · 37 sec · Ralls Road

Turn straight onto TX 207

1.1 mi · 2 min · North Avenue F

At end of road, turn left onto US 84

74 mi · 1 hr 14 min · US Highway 84

Keep slight left at fork onto US 84

183 mi · 3 hr 5 min · US 84

Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 30

15 mi · 17 min · West Freeway

Exit 421 Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 30

30 mi · 35 min · Tom Landry Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 14 sec

Exit 45A Toward I 35E North: Denton Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 15 sec

Toward I 35E North: Denton, Commerce Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 35E North: Denton Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 35E

0.2 mi · 19 sec · North Stemmons Freeway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Exit 429A Toward Continental Avenue Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto Continental Avenue

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Continental Avenue

Use the right lane.

Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street

433 ft · 10 sec · North Lamar Street

Arrive at destination

North Lamar Street

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour and 31-minute duration, departing early in the morning allows you to maximize daylight for your local route navigation. You should plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel, keeping your $52 budget in mind as you manage your vehicle's efficiency. Because this is a turn-heavy drive, keep your navigation tools handy and ready for frequent updates throughout the 351.5-mile journey. Since the route lacks significant highway stretches, prioritize patience when moving through local intersections and town centers. Taking the time to pace yourself will make the transition between Abernathy and Dallas much smoother.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 181.7 miles from Abernathy, TX, or about 3h 8m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 183 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles or 1h 26m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 181.7 miles or 3h 8m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 11m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dallas, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Abernathy, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Abernathy, TX

This is one driving day of about 363.3 miles and 6h 21m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Abernathy, TX.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on US 84 for about 183 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 181.7 mi from Abernathy, TX · 3h 8m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brownwood, TX

182 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Popular next leg

Brownwood, TX to Dallas, TX

167.5 mi · 3h 15m

Pacing Suggestions

Post, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brownwood, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 181.7 miles from Abernathy, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 84 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 183 miles.

Arriving in Dallas, TX

The final approach into Dallas, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Dallas, TX.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$55.50 one way

$110.99 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 127 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$60.82	$121.63
premium	$4.59	$65.67	$131.33
diesel	$5.64	$80.71	$161.43

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$56

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$81–$106

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 127.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	109	1	$38.15	$17.44
Efficient EV	90.8	1	$31.79	$14.53
EV Truck/SUV	145.3	1	$50.86	$23.25

Gas CO2

127 kg

EV CO2

43 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Abernathy, TX

Afternoon in Abernathy on Sunday

Local time

4:38 PM

CDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Dallas, TX

Afternoon in Dallas on Sunday

Local time

4:38 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

54°F

Brownwood, TX

182 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

11 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

6h 21m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Abernathy, TX to Dallas, TX covers 363.3 miles and takes about 6h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 84, US Highway 84, Tom Landry Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 181.7 miles from Abernathy, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $55.50 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

The route from Abernathy, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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