Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
51m
Distance
31.2 mi
50 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Lantana, TX
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The drive from Arlington, TX to Lantana, TX covers 31.2 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on TX 121, Long Prairie Road, South Industrial Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.8 miles on TX 121. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.71 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 31.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (33%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
The drive from Arlington, TX to Lantana, TX covers 31.2 miles and takes about 51m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in near East Lamar Boulevard.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 31.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (East Lamar Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.7 miles (TX 121): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto East Lamar Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 121 toward TX 121 North, I 635 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward FM 2499 North: Stars and Stripes Way, Grapevine Mills Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward FM 2499 North: Stars and Stripes Way, Grapevine Mills Parkway, Grapevine Mills Mall
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto FM 2499 / Grapevine Mills Parkway toward Flower Mound
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Arlington, TX and Lantana, TX, road signs point toward Grapevine Mills Mall and Flower Mound.
Grapevine Mills Mall
Flower Mound
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TX 121 | 7.8 mi | 8m |
| Long Prairie Road | 7.4 mi | 12m |
| South Industrial Boulevard | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| North Collins Street | 3 mi | 5m |
| Justin Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Grapevine Mills Parkway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Lantana Trail | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| South Mesquite Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington, TX and Lantana, TX.
Start on West Abram Street
Continue on West Abram Street
Turn left onto South Mesquite Street
Turn straight onto North Center Street
Continue on Lincoln Drive
Turn right onto East Lamar Boulevard
Turn left onto FM 157
Continue on FM 157
Continue on FM 157
Take the ramp onto FM 157
Merge onto TX 121
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 121
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork onto FM 2499
Continue on FM 2499
Turn left onto FM 407
Turn right onto Lantana Trail
Turn left onto Golf Club Drive
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.6 mi from Arlington, TX · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 15.6 miles from Arlington, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Lantana, TX if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$4.71 one way
$9.43 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $5.16 | $10.32 |
| premium | $4.54 | $5.57 | $11.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.89 | $13.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.28 | $1.50 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.73 | $1.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Arlington on Friday
Local time
12:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Lantana on Friday
Local time
12:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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