Drive Time
4h 1m
Distance
217 mi
349 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
Photo: Thomas balabaud
The drive from Amarillo, TX to Burkburnett, TX covers 217 miles and takes about 4h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US Highway 287, US 287, State Highway 240 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 81.8 miles on US Highway 287. At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.15 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
108.5 miles from Amarillo, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 56m into the drive .
This is a 4h 1m highway drive covering 217 miles, with most of the trip on US Highway 287 and US 287. The longest continuous stretch is about 81.8 miles on US Highway 287.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 287 and US 287. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 1m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (Loop 335 / North Lakeside Drive): Merge point - match speed before joining.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Merge onto Loop 335 / North Lakeside Drive
Merge point - match speed before joining
Take the exit onto US 287 toward US 287 South: Fort Worth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn left onto TX 240 / State Highway 240 East
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 287 | 81.8 mi | 1h 27m |
| US 287 | 77.2 mi | 1h 21m |
| State Highway 240 East | 24.6 mi | 31m |
| US Highway 287 East | 14.1 mi | 15m |
| East Amarillo Boulevard | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Highway | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| Avenue F Northwest | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| I 40 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Amarillo, TX and Burkburnett, TX.
Start on I 40 Business; Original US Route 66; US 60
Turn right
Take the ramp
Merge onto Loop 335
Turn left onto East Interstate Drive
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 40; US 287
Take the exit onto US 287
Turn slight right onto US 287
Continue on US 287
Continue on US 287
Continue on US 287
Continue on US 287
Continue on US 287
Continue on US 70; US 183; US 287
Take the exit
Turn left onto TX 240
Continue on TX 240
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 108.5 miles or 1h 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burkburnett, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Amarillo, 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 Amarillo, TX
This is one driving day of about 217 miles and 4h 1m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 108.5 mi from Amarillo, TX · 1h 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
109 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 108.5 miles from Amarillo, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 287 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81.8 miles.
The final approach into Burkburnett, 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 Burkburnett, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$33.15 one way
$66.30 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $36.33 | $72.65 |
| premium | $4.59 | $39.22 | $78.44 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $48.21 | $96.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65.1 | 0 | $22.78 | $10.42 |
| Efficient EV | 54.3 | 0 | $18.99 | $8.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 86.8 | 1 | $30.38 | $13.89 |
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Amarillo on Sunday
Local time
5:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Burkburnett on Sunday
Local time
5:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
55°F
Childress, TX
109 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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