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Trip from Arlington, TX to Port Arthur, TX

Drive Time

6h 6m

Distance

315 mi

507 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$48

one way

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Downtown Arlington, TX, TX

Arlington, TX

Jeff Stapleton

Downtown Port Arthur, TX, TX

Port Arthur, TX

John Hill

Trip Overview

The drive from Arlington, TX to Port Arthur, TX covers 315 miles and takes about 6h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US Highway 69 South, C F Hawn Freeway, East Denman Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 63.3 miles on US Highway 69 South. At current regular gas prices, budget about $48.12 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

157.5 miles from Arlington, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 1m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 6h 6m highway drive covering 315 miles, with most of the trip on US Highway 69 South and C F Hawn Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 63.3 miles on US Highway 69 South.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 45 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 69 South is the longest continuous segment at about 63.3 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

679 ft 1 ft

Total Climb

245 ft

Total Descent

848 ft

Highest Point

679 ft

~13.1 mi in

Elevation Range

679 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 69 South and C F Hawn 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 21 significant decision points across 315 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 32.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 21 key points

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

6
4.8 mi into trip | ~9m in | 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
32.7 mi into trip | ~39m in

Take the exit toward US 175 East: Kaufman

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 479B Toward US 175 East: Kaufman
6
292.5 mi into trip | ~5h 38m in | US 69; US 96; US 287 / Eastex Freeway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 69; US 96; US 287 / Eastex Freeway toward Houston, Port Arthur

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Houston, Port Arthur
6
295.6 mi into trip | ~5h 42m in | US 69; US 96; US 287

Take the exit onto US 69; US 96; US 287 toward US 69 South, US 96 South, US 287 South: Port Arthur

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 849 Toward US 69 South, US 96 South, US 287 South:...

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Arlington, TX to Port Arthur, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Houston along the way.

Houston

292.5 mi in | ~5h 38m | via US 69; US 96; US 287

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US Highway 69 South 63.3 mi 1h 11m
C F Hawn Freeway 58.8 mi 1h 3m
East Denman Avenue 38.5 mi 43m
US 69 25.4 mi 27m
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway 21.4 mi 22m
US Highway 175 East 20.8 mi 22m
US Highway 69 North 16.2 mi 18m
Rusk Street 15.1 mi 19m
Longest stretch: US Highway 69 South — 63.3 mi, about 1h 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Arlington, TX and Port Arthur, 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
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 left 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 straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on I 20

21 mi · 22 min · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Exit 479B Toward US 175 East: Kaufman Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Merge onto US 175

59 mi · 1 hr 3 min · C F Hawn Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on US 175 Bus

151 ft · 9 sec · US Highway 175 West
12

Turn left onto US 175 Bus; TX 31 Bus

2.5 mi · 4 min · West Corsicana Street
13

Continue on US 175 Bus

21 mi · 22 min · US Highway 175 East
14

Continue on US 175

2.0 mi · 3 min · West Pine Street
15

Continue on US 175

13 mi · 14 min · US Highway 175
16

Continue on US 175

0.6 mi · 58 sec · Frankston Highway
17

Continue on US 175

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Alexander Boulevard
18

At end of road, turn right onto US 69

3.3 mi · 4 min · North Jackson Street
19

Continue on US 69

9.5 mi · 10 min · US Highway 69 North
20

Continue on US 69

3.4 mi · 3 min · North Dickinson Drive
21

Continue on US 69

9.3 mi · 10 min · US Highway 69 South
22

Continue on US 69

1.5 mi · 1 min · North Marcus Street
23

Continue on US 69

11 mi · 13 min · US Highway 69 South
24

Continue on US 69

15 mi · 19 min · Rusk Street
25

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 15 sec
26

Continue on Loop 287 Frontage Road

0.5 mi · 49 sec · Loop 287 Frontage Road
27

Continue on Loop 287

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Loop 287 Frontage Road
28

Turn right onto US 69 Bus

2.1 mi · 3 min · Kurth Drive
29

Turn straight onto US 59 Bus; US 69 Bus; TX 103

1.2 mi · 2 min · North Timberland Drive
30

Turn left onto US 69 Bus

0.6 mi · 1 min · South Chestnut Street
31

Turn left onto US 69 Bus

39 mi · 43 min · East Denman Avenue
32

Continue on US 69

3.0 mi · 3 min · North Wheeler Avenue
33

Continue on US 69

6.7 mi · 7 min · US Highway 69 North
34

Continue on US 69

2.9 mi · 3 min · North Magnolia Street
35

Continue on US 69; US 287

42 mi · 48 min · US Highway 69 South
36

Merge onto US 69; US 96; US 287

9.5 mi · 10 min · US 69; US 96; US 287
37

Keep slight right at fork onto US 69; US 96; US 287

3.1 mi · 4 min · Eastex Freeway
Toward Houston, Port Arthur
38

Take the exit onto US 69; US 96; US 287

16 mi · 17 min · US 69; US 96; US 287
Exit 849 Toward US 69 South, US 96 South, US 287 South: Port Arthur
39

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Toward TX 73 West: Winnie
40

Merge onto TX 73

0.6 mi · 44 sec · TX 73
41

Turn slight right onto H O Mills Boulevard

0.4 mi · 46 sec · H O Mills Boulevard
42

Turn left onto Spur 215

2.0 mi · 3 min · Savannah Avenue
43

Turn right onto 17th Street

369 ft · 15 sec · 17th Street
44

Turn left onto Augusta Avenue

162 ft · 4 sec · Augusta Avenue
45

Arrive at destination

Augusta Avenue

Trip Plan

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 157.5 miles from Arlington, TX, or about 3h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.3 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 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 157.5 miles or 3h 1m 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

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Port Arthur, 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 315 miles and 6h 6m.

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 US Highway 69 South for about 63.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 157.5 mi from Arlington, TX · 3h 1m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Garland, TX

158 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

Dallas, TX

Fuel and coffee

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

Houston, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 157.5 miles from Arlington, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US Highway 69 South if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.3 miles.

Arriving in Port Arthur, TX

The final approach into Port Arthur, 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 Port Arthur, 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

$48.12 one way

$96.24 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 110 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $52.73 $105.46
premium $4.59 $56.94 $113.87
diesel $5.64 $69.98 $139.96

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$48

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$73–$98

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 110.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 94.5 1 $33.07 $15.12
Efficient EV 78.8 0 $27.56 $12.60
EV Truck/SUV 126 1 $44.10 $20.16

Gas CO2

110 kg

EV CO2

37 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 13 hours ago

Origin

Arlington, TX

Afternoon in Arlington on Sunday

Local time

2:18 PM

CDT

Current temp

67°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SSE 15 mph 34% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 12:44AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 12:28AM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX

Destination

Port Arthur, TX

Afternoon in Port Arthur on Sunday

Local time

2:18 PM

CDT

Current temp

69°F

Mostly Cloudy

SE 10 mph 2% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 12:44AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 12:28AM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX

Along the Route

63°F

Garland, TX

158 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

2 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 6m 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 Arlington, TX to Port Arthur, TX covers 315 miles and takes about 6h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 69 South, C F Hawn Freeway, East Denman Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 157.5 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 $48.12 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 315 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 32.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Arlington, TX to Port Arthur, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Houston along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 1 ft to 679 ft elevation with about 245 ft of total climbing.

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