Origin
Arlington, TX
Afternoon in Arlington on Sunday
Local time
2:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arlington, TX to Barrett, TX
Drive Time
4h 52m
Distance
269.7 mi
434 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
Arlington, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Barrett, TX
Mark Direen
Trip Overview
The drive from Arlington, TX to Barrett, TX covers 269.7 miles and takes about 4h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Julius Schepps Freeway, Lyndon B Johnson Freeway, HTR for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 203.2 miles on Julius Schepps Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $41.20 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
134.9 miles from Arlington, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 4h 52m highway drive covering 269.7 miles, with most of the trip on Julius Schepps Freeway and Lyndon B Johnson Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 203.2 miles on Julius Schepps Freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Julius Schepps Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 203.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Julius Schepps Freeway and Lyndon B Johnson Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near East Interstate 20.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 269.7 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 4.8 miles (East Interstate 20): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 26.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
4.8 mi into trip
|
~9m in
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East Interstate 20
Turn left onto East Interstate 20
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
5.1 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the ramp toward I 20 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 20 East
7
26.7 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward I 45 South: Houston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 473C
Toward I 45 South: Houston
7
230.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 2m in
|
HTR
Take the exit onto HTR toward Hardy Toll Road South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 72B
Toward Hardy Toll Road South
7
269.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 50m in
Take the exit toward FM 2100, FM 1942: Crosby
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward FM 2100, FM 1942: Crosby
Towns Along This Route
Between Arlington, TX and Barrett, TX, road signs point toward Hardy Toll Road South, Bw 8 and Bw 8 East.
Hardy Toll Road South
230.2 mi in
|
~4h 2m
|
via HTR
Bw 8
243.2 mi in
|
~4h 17m
Bw 8 East
244.6 mi in
|
~4h 20m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Julius Schepps Freeway | 203.2 mi | 3h 28m |
| Lyndon B Johnson Freeway | 15.4 mi | 16m |
| HTR | 13 mi | 15m |
| North Sam Houston Tollway East | 10.1 mi | 11m |
| Crosby Freeway | 6.7 mi | 7m |
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| North Sam Houston Parkway East | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| South Collins Street | 4.1 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
Julius Schepps Freeway
— 203.2 mi, about 3h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington, TX and Barrett, TX.
1
Start on West Abram Street
93 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Abram Street
2
Continue on West Abram Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Abram Street
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right
153 ft
·
6 sec
Use the right lane.
4
Turn slight right onto South Collins Street
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
South Collins Street
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left onto East Interstate 20
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Interstate 20
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 20 East
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Merge onto I 20
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 20
15 mi
·
16 min
·
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 473C
Toward I 45 South: Houston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 45
203 mi
·
3 hr 28 min
·
Julius Schepps Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto HTR
13 mi
·
15 min
·
HTR
Exit 72B
Toward Hardy Toll Road South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
494 ft
·
12 sec
Toward BW 8
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto East Hardy Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
East Hardy Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Turn left onto North Sam Houston Parkway East
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Sam Houston Parkway East
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward BW 8 East
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Merge onto BW 8
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
North Sam Houston Parkway East
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on SHT
10 mi
·
11 min
·
North Sam Houston Tollway East
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn straight onto BW 8
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Sam Houston Parkway North
Use the none lane.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto BW 8
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Sam Houston Parkway North
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
21
Turn left onto Crosby Freeway Frontage Road
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Crosby Freeway Frontage Road
Use the straight / left / none lanes.
22
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward US 90 East
23
Merge onto US 90
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Crosby Freeway
Use the none lane.
24
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward FM 2100, FM 1942: Crosby
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Turn sharp right onto FM 2100
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Crosby Lynchburg Road
Use the none lane.
26
Turn left onto FM 1942
74 ft
·
1 sec
·
Farm to Market 1942
Use the left lane.
27
Arrive at destination
FM 1942
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 134.9 miles from Arlington, TX, or about 2h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 203.2 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 134.9 miles or 2h 24m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barrett, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Arlington, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Arlington, TX
This is one driving day of about 269.7 miles and 4h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Arlington, 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 Julius Schepps Freeway for about 203.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 134.9 mi from Arlington, TX · 2h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
135 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 134.9 miles from Arlington, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Julius Schepps Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 203.2 miles.
Arriving in Barrett, TX
The final approach into Barrett, 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 Barrett, 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
$41.20 one way
$82.40 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
94 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $45.15 | $90.30 |
| premium | $4.59 | $48.75 | $97.50 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $59.92 | $119.84 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.81
Sam Houston Tollway
(10.1 mi)
$0.81
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 80.9 | 0 | $28.32 | $12.95 |
| Efficient EV | 67.4 | 0 | $23.60 | $10.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 107.9 | 1 | $37.76 | $17.26 |
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Barrett, TX
Afternoon in Barrett on Sunday
Local time
2:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 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
4h 52m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Arlington, TX to Barrett, TX covers 269.7 miles and takes about 4h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Julius Schepps Freeway, Lyndon B Johnson Freeway, HTR. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 134.9 miles from Arlington, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.20 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 269.7 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles (East Interstate 20): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 26.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Arlington, TX and Barrett, TX, road signs point toward Hardy Toll Road South, Bw 8 and Bw 8 East.
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