Origin
Benbrook, TX
Afternoon in Benbrook on Sunday
Local time
3:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Benbrook, TX to Dallas, TX
Drive Time
54m
Distance
46.9 mi
75 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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 50m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Benbrook, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Benbrook to Dallas, expect a straightforward 43-mile journey that typically takes about 45 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning there is no need to worry about overnight accommodations. You can budget roughly $6 for fuel, making this an incredibly cost-effective excursion within the Great Plains region. Because the drive is short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your day around your specific destination in the city. Keep in mind that this is a localized trip, so you won't be crossing any major regional boundaries during your transit.
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
23.4 miles from Benbrook, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will navigate your way out of Benbrook using Mercedes Street and Benbrook Boulevard before transitioning onto Southwest Loop 820. Because you are sticking to local roads, the pace is more measured than what you would find on a major freeway. The journey feels like a practical transit through the local landscape, requiring your full attention due to the frequent turns. You will not encounter any exceptionally long uninterrupted stretches, so be prepared for constant adjustments behind the wheel.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 28 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 0.4 miles in near Mercedes Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 46.9 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 0.4 miles (Mercedes Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.5 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Mercedes Street
At end of road, turn left onto Mercedes Street
Navigation decision point
7
15.5 mi into trip
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~18m in
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I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway toward I 20 East: Dallas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 20 East: Dallas
7
35.4 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward US 67 North: Dallas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 464A
Toward US 67 North: Dallas
7
46.3 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward Continental Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 429A
Toward Continental Avenue
6
46.6 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
Continental Avenue
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway | 28 mi | 30m |
| Lyndon B Johnson Freeway | 6 mi | 6m |
| Marvin D Love Freeway | 4.5 mi | 4m |
| South R L Thornton Freeway | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| South Stemmons Freeway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Wade Hampton Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Benbrook Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Continental Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
— 28 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Benbrook, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on Wade Hampton Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Wade Hampton Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto Mercedes Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Mercedes Street
3
Take the ramp
128 ft
·
4 sec
4
Turn right onto US 377
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Benbrook Boulevard
5
Turn right onto Southwest Loop 820
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Southwest Loop 820
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 20 East
7
Merge onto I 20
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 20
14 mi
·
14 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Toward I 20 East: Dallas
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on I 20
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 464A
Toward US 67 North: Dallas
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto US 67
4.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Marvin D Love Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 35E
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
South R L Thornton Freeway
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on I 35E
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Stemmons Freeway
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 429A
Toward Continental Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Continental Avenue
Use the right lane.
16
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lamar Street
17
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Since the total duration is only 45 minutes, you have the advantage of extreme flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the trip without planning for any formal stops, allowing you to head straight to your destination. Keep in mind that because this route relies entirely on local roads, traffic conditions on these specific streets can fluctuate, so checking your navigation app before you leave is a smart move. Budgeting $6 for fuel is sufficient for this distance, but topping off your tank before you leave Benbrook is always a good practice. Use this short travel time to your benefit by keeping your schedule light and avoiding the need for rest breaks.
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 23.4 miles from Benbrook, TX, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28 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 46.9 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.4 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 45m
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 Benbrook, 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 Benbrook, TX
This is one driving day of about 46.9 miles and 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Benbrook, 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 Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway for about 28 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.4 mi from Benbrook, TX · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 46.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.4 miles from Benbrook, 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
$7.16 one way
$14.33 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $7.85 | $15.70 |
| premium | $4.59 | $8.48 | $16.95 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.42 | $20.84 |
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: 16.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.92 | $2.25 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.57 | $3.00 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
3:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
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
54m 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 Benbrook, TX to Dallas, TX covers 46.9 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway, Lyndon B Johnson Freeway, Marvin D Love Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.4 miles from Benbrook, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.16 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 12 significant decision points across 46.9 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 0.4 miles (Mercedes Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.5 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Benbrook, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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