Origin
Bovina, TX
Night in Bovina on Friday
Local time
9:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Bovina, TX to Dallas, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 40m
Distance
409.1 mi
658 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$62
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 28m
★
6 AM
6h 40m
8 AM
7h 4m
10 AM
6h 49m
12 PM
6h 46m
3 PM
6h 50m
5 PM
7h 3m
8 PM
6h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bovina, TX to Dallas, TX covers 409.1 miles and takes about 6h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North 1st Street, East American Boulevard, Avenue Q for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $61.82 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
204.6 miles from Bovina, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 20m into the drive .
About the Cities
Arriving in Dallas, TX
Full guide →Dallas, with a population of more than 1.3 million residents, is the ninth largest city in the United States and the third largest in the state of Texas. It is an impressive melting pot of culture and character. Boasting high-end luxury hotels, innumerable fine dining spots, and one of the busiest airports in the world, Dallas maintains an upscale ethos reflected by an affluent population, world-class museums, and a shimmering modern skyline. Its history was marred by the infamous assassination of U.S. President John F. Kennedy, but there is more historic and contemporary heritage to be discovered in the city. As a center of the oil and cotton industries in the late 1800s and early 1900s, Dallas was a classic American boom town and remains one of the fastest growing cities in the nation.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 40m. Total distance: 409.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 40m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 40m drive with frequent turns across 409.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North 1st Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 40m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bovina, TX to Dallas, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 1st Street | — | — |
| East American Boulevard | — | — |
| Avenue Q | — | — |
| Slaton Road | — | — |
| Highway 84 | — | — |
| Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway | — | — |
| East 15th Street | — | — |
| Ralls Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North 1st Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bovina, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on the route
9.0 mi
·
9 min
·
the route
2
Turn right
21 mi
·
21 min
3
Keep slight right
325 ft
·
5 sec
4
Turn straight onto North 1st Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
North 1st Street
5
Turn left onto East American Boulevard
18 mi
·
18 min
·
East American Boulevard
6
Continue straight
8.0 mi
·
7 min
7
Continue straight
42 mi
·
43 min
8
Merge slight left onto Avenue Q
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Avenue Q
9
Continue on Slaton Road
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Slaton Road
10
Continue on East Highway 84
6.9 mi
·
6 min
·
East Highway 84
11
Continue on Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
4.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
12
Continue on East Highway 84
20 mi
·
20 min
·
East Highway 84
13
Continue on North US Highway 84
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North US Highway 84
14
Turn left onto East 15th Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
East 15th Street
15
Turn right onto Ralls Road
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Ralls Road
16
Turn straight onto North Avenue F
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Avenue F
17
At the end of the road, turn left onto US Highway 84
74 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
US Highway 84
18
Keep slight left to continue on I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
183 mi
·
3 hr 5 min
·
I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
19
Keep slight left to continue on West Freeway
15 mi
·
17 min
·
West Freeway
20
Continue on Tom Landry Freeway
30 mi
·
35 min
·
Tom Landry Freeway
21
Take the exit slight right toward I 35E North: Denton
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
I 35E North: Denton
22
Keep slight left to continue on I 35E North: Denton, Commerce Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
I 35E North: Denton, Commerce Street
23
Keep slight left to continue on I 35E North: Denton
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 35E North: Denton
24
Merge slight left onto North Stemmons Freeway
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Stemmons Freeway
25
Take the exit slight right toward Continental Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Continental Avenue
26
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Continental Avenue
27
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Lamar Street
28
Arrive at your destination
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 204.6 miles from Bovina, TX, or about 3h 20m into the drive.
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 90 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 204.6 miles or 3h 20m 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 41m
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 Bovina, 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 Bovina, TX
This is one driving day of about 409.1 miles and 6h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 90 miles from Bovina, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 204.6 mi from Bovina, TX · 3h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
205 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 90 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 204.6 miles from Bovina, 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
$61.82 one way
$123.63 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
143 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $67.66 | $135.33 |
| premium | $4.54 | $73.04 | $146.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $90.32 | $180.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$62
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 143.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $43 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 122.7 | 1 | $42.96 | $19.64 |
| Efficient EV | 102.3 | 1 | $35.80 | $16.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 163.6 | 2 | $57.27 | $26.18 |
Gas CO2
143 kg
EV CO2
48 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.
Destination
Dallas, TX
Night in Dallas on Friday
Local time
9:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Sweetwater, TX
205 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
12 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 40m 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 Bovina, TX to Dallas, TX covers 409.1 miles and takes about 6h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 1st Street, East American Boulevard, Avenue Q. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 204.6 miles from Bovina, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $61.82 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 40m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bovina, TX to Dallas, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bovina, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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