Origin
Azle, TX
Afternoon in Azle on Sunday
Local time
3:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Azle, TX to Dallas, TX
Drive Time
55m
Distance
48.5 mi
78 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
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6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Azle, TX
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Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Azle to Dallas, you are looking at a 48.9-mile journey that typically takes about 58 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as the distance is short enough that you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $7, it is an economical way to move between these two Great Plains locations. Because the drive is relatively brief and straightforward, it serves as a practical connection rather than a long-haul adventure. You won't face any complex logistics here, making it an easy addition to your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
24.2 miles from Azle, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. Your navigation will rely on local thoroughfares like Main Street, North Stewart Street, and Southeast Parkway Street to get you to your destination. Because you are staying on local roads for the entire 48.9 miles, the pace is steady and requires more active attention than a typical highway drive. You will navigate through local transitions rather than long, uninterrupted stretches of asphalt. This character makes the experience feel much more like a direct local commute than a scenic highway tour.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SH 183 TEXpress is the longest continuous segment at about 15 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SH 183 TEXpress and Jacksboro Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Southeast Parkway Street.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 48.5 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 0.5 miles (Southeast Parkway Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.2 miles (Merrett Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.9 miles (I 820 TEXpress): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Southeast Parkway Street
Turn right onto Southeast Parkway Street
Navigation decision point
7
9.2 mi into trip
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~11m in
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Merrett Drive
Turn left onto Merrett Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
16.9 mi into trip
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~21m in
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I 820 TEXpress
Keep slight left at fork onto I 820 TEXpress toward I 820 Express East: DFW Airport Dallas Entrance
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 820 Express East: DFW Airport Dallas E...
6
39.9 mi into trip
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~44m in
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TX 183 TEXpress / SH 183 TEXpress
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 183 TEXpress / SH 183 TEXpress
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
47.8 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward Continental Avenue, Commerce Street West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 429B
Toward Continental Avenue, Commerce Street West
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SH 183 TEXpress | 15 mi | 14m |
| Jacksboro Highway | 8.3 mi | 9m |
| I 820 TEXpress | 6.9 mi | 6m |
| Jim Wright Freeway | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| SH 121/183 TEXpress | 4.4 mi | 4m |
| North Stemmons Freeway | 4 mi | 5m |
| Azle Avenue | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| John W Carpenter Freeway | 0.8 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SH 183 TEXpress
— 15 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Azle, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on Locust Street
141 ft
·
11 sec
·
Locust Street
2
Turn left onto Loop 344
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto North Stewart Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
North Stewart Street
4
Turn right onto Southeast Parkway Street
359 ft
·
7 sec
·
Southeast Parkway Street
5
Take the ramp
406 ft
·
9 sec
Toward TX 199 East
6
Merge onto TX 199
8.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Jacksboro Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on TX 199
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Lake Worth Boulevard
Use the straight / left / none lanes.
8
Turn left onto Merrett Drive
305 ft
·
8 sec
·
Merrett Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Turn slight right onto Azle Avenue
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Azle Avenue
Use the none lane.
10
Turn left onto Northwest Loop 820
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Northwest Loop 820
Use the left lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 820 East
12
Merge onto I 820
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Jim Wright Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 820
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
Northeast Loop
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 820 TEXpress
6.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 820 TEXpress
Toward I 820 Express East: DFW Airport Dallas Entrance
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
SH 121/183 TEXpress
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on TX 183 TEXpress
12 mi
·
11 min
·
SH 183 TEXpress
Toward TX 183 Express East
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 183 TEXpress
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
SH 183 TEXpress
Use the none lane.
18
Merge onto TX 183
0.8 mi
·
50 sec
·
John W Carpenter Freeway
19
Merge onto I 35E
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
North Stemmons Freeway
Use the none lane.
20
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 429B
Toward Continental Avenue, Commerce Street West
Use the slight right lane.
21
Turn straight onto North Stemmons Freeway
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Stemmons Freeway
22
Turn left onto Continental Avenue
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Continental Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
23
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lamar Street
24
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick, hour-long trek, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, because you are navigating local streets, keep an eye on your turn-by-turn directions to avoid missing exits on the less-traveled segments. You don't need to plan for any major stops along the way, but ensuring your tank is ready for the $7 fuel cost will keep your trip stress-free. If you are heading into Dallas during peak hours, remember that local roads can become congested, so check your GPS for real-time traffic updates before pulling out of Azle. Embrace the simplicity of this short drive and enjoy the convenience of a direct, single-day transit.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 24.2 miles from Azle, TX, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15 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 48.5 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.2 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dallas, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Azle, 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 Azle, TX
This is one driving day of about 48.5 miles and 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Azle, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on SH 183 TEXpress for about 15 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.2 mi from Azle, TX · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 48.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.2 miles from Azle, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dallas, TX
The final approach into Dallas, 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 Dallas, 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
$7.41 one way
$14.82 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $8.12 | $16.24 |
| premium | $4.59 | $8.77 | $17.53 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.78 | $21.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.09 | $2.33 |
| Efficient EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.24 | $1.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.79 | $3.10 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Dallas, TX
Afternoon in Dallas on Sunday
Local time
3:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
81°F
Bedford, TX
24 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
1 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
55m 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 Azle, TX to Dallas, TX covers 48.5 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SH 183 TEXpress, Jacksboro Highway, I 820 TEXpress. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.2 miles from Azle, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.41 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 48.5 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 0.5 miles (Southeast Parkway Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.2 miles (Merrett Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.9 miles (I 820 TEXpress): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Azle, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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