Origin
Arlington, TX
Late night in Arlington on Wednesday
Local time
2:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arlington, TX to Henderson, TX
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 53m
Distance
156.6 mi
252 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 43m
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6 AM
2h 54m
8 AM
3h 16m
10 AM
3h 2m
12 PM
2h 59m
3 PM
3h 3m
5 PM
3h 15m
8 PM
2h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arlington, TX
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Henderson, TX
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Trip Overview
The drive from Arlington, TX to Henderson, TX covers 156.6 miles and takes about 2h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Abram Street, South Mesquite Street, North Center Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.66 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
78.3 miles from Arlington, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 2h 53m drive with frequent turns across 156.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Abram Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Arlington, TX to Henderson, TX is easy. At 2h 53m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Arlington, TX to Henderson, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Abram Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Mesquite Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Center Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Interstate 30 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Copeland Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 30 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Tom Landry Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East R L Thornton Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Abram Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington, TX and Henderson, TX.
1
Start on West Abram Street
92 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Abram Street
2
Continue on West Abram Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
West Abram Street
3
Turn left onto South Mesquite Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Mesquite Street
4
Turn straight onto North Center Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Center Street
5
Turn slight right
217 ft
·
10 sec
6
Turn straight onto East Interstate 30
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
East Interstate 30
7
Continue on East Copeland Road
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
East Copeland Road
8
Take the ramp slight left toward I 30 East
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
I 30 East
9
Merge slight left onto Tom Landry Freeway
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Tom Landry Freeway
10
Continue on East R L Thornton Freeway
7.5 mi
·
9 min
·
East R L Thornton Freeway
11
Keep slight right to continue on US 80 East: Terrell
19 mi
·
20 min
·
US 80 East: Terrell
12
Continue straight
4.5 mi
·
4 min
13
Merge slight left
84 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward TX 135: Kilgore, Gladewater
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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TX 135: Kilgore, Gladewater
15
Continue on I 20 Frontage Road
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
I 20 Frontage Road
16
Turn right onto State Highway 135 North
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 135 North
17
Keep slight left
49 ft
·
1 sec
18
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Houston Street
105 ft
·
2 sec
·
Houston Street
19
Exit the roundabout onto Houston Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Houston Street
20
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Henderson Boulevard
12 mi
·
13 min
·
South Henderson Boulevard
21
Turn right
2.8 mi
·
3 min
22
Turn left
1.7 mi
·
3 min
23
Turn left onto West Depot Street
420 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Depot Street
24
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
North Main Street
25
Turn left onto East Main Street
72 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Main Street
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 78.3 miles from Arlington, TX, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
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 78.3 miles or 1h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Henderson, 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.
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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 156.6 miles and 2h 53m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 78.3 mi from Arlington, TX · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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
Arriving in Henderson, TX
The final approach into Henderson, 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 Henderson, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.66 one way
$47.33 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $25.90 | $51.80 |
| premium | $4.54 | $27.96 | $55.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.58 | $69.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47 | 0 | $16.44 | $7.52 |
| Efficient EV | 39.2 | 0 | $13.70 | $6.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.6 | 0 | $21.92 | $10.02 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Henderson, TX
Late night in Henderson on Wednesday
Local time
2:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 53m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 Henderson, TX covers 156.6 miles and takes about 2h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Abram Street, South Mesquite Street, North Center Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 78.3 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 $23.66 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Arlington, TX to Henderson, TX is easy. At 2h 53m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Arlington, TX to Henderson, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Arlington, TX to Henderson, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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