Origin
Brookshire, TX
Evening in Brookshire on Sunday
Local time
6:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brookshire, TX to Dallas, TX
Drive Time
4h 34m
Distance
247.6 mi
399 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 21m
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6 AM
4h 35m
8 AM
5h 2m
10 AM
4h 44m
12 PM
4h 42m
3 PM
4h 46m
5 PM
5h 0m
8 PM
4h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brookshire, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Brookshire to Dallas, prepare for a 235.3-mile journey that takes approximately 3 hours and 46 minutes. Because this route is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a highway sprint, it is best suited as a single-day excursion. You should budget about $35 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Great Plains locations. Since you will be navigating local roads like Farm-to-Market Road 359, Bains Street, and Highway Boulevard, expect a slower pace than standard interstate travel. This drive is perfectly manageable in one day, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stop.
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
123.8 miles from Brookshire, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a unique driving experience on this route, as it consists of 0% highway driving. Instead of the monotony of an interstate, you will be navigating a turn-heavy path that requires your full attention. Because there are no long stretches on Highway Boulevard, the road remains technical and engaging rather than repetitive. You will find yourself constantly adjusting to the rhythm of local streets and farm-to-market roads throughout the 235.3-mile trip. This is a drive defined by its local character, offering a different pace than typical high-speed transit routes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
TX 6 is the longest continuous segment at about 68.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 6 and I 35E. 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 FM 359 / Bains Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 247.6 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 (FM 359 / Bains Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.2 miles (US 290 Business): Lane positioning matters here; at 189 miles (I 35E): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 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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~0m in
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FM 359 / Bains Street
Turn right onto FM 359 / Bains Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
25.2 mi into trip
|
~38m in
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US 290 Business
Turn right onto US 290 Business
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
189 mi into trip
|
~3h 32m in
|
I 35E
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E toward I 35E: Dallas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 35E: Dallas
7
247.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 33m 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
247.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 34m in
|
Continental Avenue
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TX 6 | 68.7 mi | 1h 14m |
| I 35E | 58.1 mi | 1h |
| North State Highway 6 | 43.3 mi | 43m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 31.5 mi | 31m |
| FM 359 | 18.6 mi | 27m |
| East State Highway 6 | 9.1 mi | 9m |
| East Loop 340 | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| Farm-to-Market Road 359 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
TX 6
— 68.7 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brookshire, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on FM 359
83 ft
·
8 sec
·
Waller Avenue
2
Turn left onto Highway Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Highway Boulevard
3
Turn right onto FM 359
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Bains Street
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on FM 359
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Farm-to-Market Road 359
5
Continue on FM 359
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
2nd Street
6
Turn right onto FM 359
19 mi
·
27 min
·
FM 359
7
Turn left onto US 290 Bus
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
US 290 Business
8
Continue on US 290 Bus
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Austin Street
9
Turn right onto US 290 Business
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
US 290 Business
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on TX 6
11 mi
·
12 min
·
TX 6
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto TX 6
58 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
TX 6
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 6
5.8 mi
·
5 min
·
North State Highway 6
13
Continue on TX 6
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
14
Continue on TX 6
37 mi
·
37 min
·
North State Highway 6
15
Continue on TX 6
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Memorial Street
16
Continue on TX 6
9.1 mi
·
9 min
·
East State Highway 6
17
Take the exit onto TX 6
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
TX 6
18
Turn right onto Loop 340
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
East Loop 340
19
Take the exit
354 ft
·
10 sec
20
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 35 North
21
Merge onto I 35; US 77
31 mi
·
31 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E
58 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 35E
Toward I 35E: Dallas
Use the slight right lane.
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 429A
Toward Continental Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
24
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Continental Avenue
Use the right lane.
25
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lamar Street
26
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Given the local nature of these roads, plan for a flexible schedule that accommodates the many turns you will encounter. With only one recommended stop, it is wise to map out your break point early to avoid fatigue during the 3-hour and 46-minute drive. Keep your fuel budget of $35 in mind, as local roads may offer different refilling opportunities than major interstates. Since this is not a high-speed highway route, avoid rushing; instead, use the lack of long, uninterrupted stretches on Highway Boulevard as a cue to maintain a steady, cautious speed. Checking your route for potential construction on smaller roads before you depart will ensure your trip stays on schedule.
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 123.8 miles from Brookshire, TX, or about 2h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.7 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 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 123.8 miles or 2h 24m 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 47m
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 Brookshire, 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 Brookshire, TX
This is one driving day of about 247.6 miles and 4h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brookshire, 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 TX 6 for about 68.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 123.8 mi from Brookshire, TX · 2h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
124 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 123.8 miles from Brookshire, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before TX 6 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.7 miles.
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
$37.82 one way
$75.64 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
87 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $41.45 | $82.90 |
| premium | $4.59 | $44.75 | $89.51 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $55.01 | $110.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 74.3 | 0 | $26.00 | $11.88 |
| Efficient EV | 61.9 | 0 | $21.67 | $9.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 99 | 1 | $34.66 | $15.85 |
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% 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
Dallas, TX
Evening in Dallas on Sunday
Local time
6:40 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
7 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
4h 34m 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 Brookshire, TX to Dallas, TX covers 247.6 miles and takes about 4h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are TX 6, I 35E, North State Highway 6. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 123.8 miles from Brookshire, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.82 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 is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 247.6 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 (FM 359 / Bains Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.2 miles (US 290 Business): Lane positioning matters here; at 189 miles (I 35E): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Brookshire, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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