Origin
Arlington, TX
Evening in Arlington on Thursday
Local time
7:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arlington, TX to Sam Rayburn, TX
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
4h 47m
Distance
238.5 mi
384 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 34m
★
6 AM
4h 48m
8 AM
5h 15m
10 AM
4h 57m
12 PM
4h 55m
3 PM
4h 59m
5 PM
5h 14m
8 PM
4h 40m
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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Sam Rayburn, TX
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Trip Overview
The drive from Arlington, TX to Sam Rayburn, TX covers 238.5 miles and takes about 4h 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on C F Hawn Freeway, Lyndon B Johnson Freeway, East Denman Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 58.8 miles on C F Hawn Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.04 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
119.3 miles from Arlington, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 16m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 47m. Total distance: 238.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 47m highway drive covering 238.5 miles, with most of the trip on C F Hawn Freeway and Lyndon B Johnson Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 58.8 miles on C F Hawn Freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
C F Hawn Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 58.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on C F Hawn Freeway and Lyndon B Johnson Freeway. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 238.5 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (East Interstate 20): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Turn right
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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
229.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 34m in
|
RE 255 / Sam Rayburn Parkway
Turn left onto RE 255 / Sam Rayburn Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| C F Hawn Freeway | 58.8 mi | 1h 3m |
| Lyndon B Johnson Freeway | 21.4 mi | 22m |
| East Denman Avenue | 21.2 mi | 24m |
| US Highway 175 East | 20.8 mi | 22m |
| US Highway 69 South | 20.8 mi | 23m |
| East Main Street | 18.1 mi | 27m |
| Rusk Street | 15.1 mi | 19m |
| US Highway 175 | 13.3 mi | 14m |
Longest stretch:
C F Hawn Freeway
— 58.8 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington, TX and Sam Rayburn, 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
21 mi
·
24 min
·
East Denman Avenue
32
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
33
Turn left onto TX 63
18 mi
·
27 min
·
East Main Street
34
Turn left onto RE 255
9.4 mi
·
13 min
·
Sam Rayburn Parkway
Use the left lane.
35
Turn left onto FM 1007
214 ft
·
5 sec
·
FM 1007
36
Arrive at destination
FM 1007
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 119.3 miles from Arlington, TX, or about 2h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.8 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 52 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 119.3 miles or 2h 16m 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sam Rayburn, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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.
+
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 238.5 miles and 4h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 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 C F Hawn Freeway for about 58.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 119.3 mi from Arlington, TX · 2h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
119 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 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 119.3 miles from Arlington, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sam Rayburn, TX
The final approach into Sam Rayburn, 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 Sam Rayburn, 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
$36.04 one way
$72.08 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
83 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $39.45 | $78.89 |
| premium | $4.54 | $42.58 | $85.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $52.66 | $105.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 83.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 71.6 | 0 | $25.04 | $11.45 |
| Efficient EV | 59.6 | 0 | $20.87 | $9.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 95.4 | 1 | $33.39 | $15.26 |
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 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
Sam Rayburn, TX
Evening in Sam Rayburn on Thursday
Local time
7:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
9 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 47m 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 Sam Rayburn, TX covers 238.5 miles and takes about 4h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are C F Hawn Freeway, Lyndon B Johnson 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 119.3 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 $36.04 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 238.5 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (East Interstate 20): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Arlington, TX to Sam Rayburn, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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