Origin
Buna, TX
Afternoon in Buna on Sunday
Local time
3:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Buna, TX to Dallas, TX
Drive Time
5h 11m
Distance
259.4 mi
417 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 58m
★
6 AM
5h 12m
8 AM
5h 39m
10 AM
5h 21m
12 PM
5h 19m
3 PM
5h 23m
5 PM
5h 37m
8 PM
5h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Buna, TX
Mark Direen
Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Buna to Dallas covers 268.1 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 37 minutes of driving time. Since this route is straightforward enough to complete in a single day, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Expect to spend approximately $40 on fuel for the journey, making it a relatively affordable trip across the Great Plains. Because the route consists entirely of turn-heavy local roads rather than major interstates, you should plan for a more engaged driving experience than a standard highway cruise. This trip is best suited for those who don't mind navigating local roads to reach their destination efficiently.
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
129.7 miles from Buna, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive defined by its turn-heavy local nature, as this route does not utilize major highway systems. You will spend 0% of your time on highways, meaning you will be navigating local roads for the entire 268.1-mile journey. This creates a more personal, hands-on driving experience where your focus remains on the road rather than cruising at high speeds. Because the road lacks the monotony of long interstate stretches, you will find the scenery and road conditions shift frequently as you move through the landscape. Be prepared for a sustained, active drive that demands your full attention from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 175 West is the longest continuous segment at about 78.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 175 West and US 69. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 35.1 miles in near US 190; TX 63.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 259.4 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 35.1 miles (US 190; TX 63): Navigation decision point; at 186.9 miles (US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 255.7 miles (I 45 / Julius Schepps Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
4
35.1 mi into trip
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~39m in
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US 190; TX 63
Turn left onto US 190; TX 63
Navigation decision point
6
186.9 mi into trip
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~3h 51m in
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US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West
Keep slight right at fork onto US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
255.7 mi into trip
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~5h 6m in
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I 45 / Julius Schepps Freeway
Merge onto I 45 / Julius Schepps Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
257.9 mi into trip
|
~5h 8m in
Take the exit toward Main Street West, Elm Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 284B
Toward Main Street West, Elm Street
8
258.2 mi into trip
|
~5h 9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Elm Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Elm Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 175 West | 78.4 mi | 1h 25m |
| US 69 | 53.6 mi | 1h 3m |
| US 96 | 34.4 mi | 38m |
| State Highway 63 | 31.1 mi | 46m |
| US Highway 175 | 20.8 mi | 22m |
| United States Highway 69 | 18.6 mi | 20m |
| East Denman Avenue | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| East Corsicana Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 175 West
— 78.4 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buna, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on TX 62
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
TX 62
2
Turn right onto US 96
34 mi
·
38 min
·
US 96
3
Turn left onto US 190; TX 63
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 190; TX 63
4
Turn right onto TX 63
31 mi
·
46 min
·
State Highway 63
5
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
6
Merge onto US 69
19 mi
·
20 min
·
United States Highway 69
7
Continue on US 69
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East Denman Avenue
8
Turn right onto US 69 Bus
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Chestnut Street
9
Turn straight
304 ft
·
11 sec
10
Turn straight onto US 59 Bus; US 69 Bus
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Timberland Drive
11
Turn left onto US 69 Bus; TX 103
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Kurth Drive
12
At end of road, turn left onto TX 103; Loop 287
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Loop 287 Frontage Road
13
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
14
Merge onto US 69
54 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
US 69
15
Turn left onto US 175
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Alexander Boulevard
16
Continue on US 175
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Frankston Highway
17
Continue on US 175
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
US Highway 175 West
18
Turn slight right
3.8 mi
·
4 min
19
Merge onto US 175
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Pine Street
20
Continue on US 175
21 mi
·
22 min
·
US Highway 175
21
Continue on US 175 Bus
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
East Corsicana Street
22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 175 Bus
69 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
US Highway 175 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Merge onto I 45
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Julius Schepps Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 284B
Toward Main Street West, Elm Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward Elm Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
26
Turn straight onto Elm Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
27
Turn right onto North Lamar Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Lamar Street
28
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy local drive, aim to depart early in the day to navigate the more complex road segments while you are fresh and alert. Although the trip takes under five hours, the lack of highway stretches means your pace may be slower than expected, so factor in extra time for the 268.1-mile distance. You should ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Buna, as the $40 fuel estimate is a baseline that can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency on local roads. With no formal stops programmed into the route, feel free to pull over whenever you need a break to maintain your comfort. A key tip for this route is to keep a reliable GPS running at all times, as the local road navigation can be intricate compared to a simple interstate drive.
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 129.7 miles from Buna, TX, or about 2h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.4 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 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 129.7 miles or 2h 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 19m
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 Buna, 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 Buna, TX
This is one driving day of about 259.4 miles and 5h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Buna, 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 US Highway 175 West for about 78.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 129.7 mi from Buna, TX · 2h 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
130 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 129.7 miles from Buna, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 175 West if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.4 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
$39.62 one way
$79.25 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
91 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $43.42 | $86.85 |
| premium | $4.59 | $46.89 | $93.77 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $57.63 | $115.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 90.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 77.8 | 0 | $27.24 | $12.45 |
| Efficient EV | 64.9 | 0 | $22.70 | $10.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 103.8 | 1 | $36.32 | $16.60 |
Gas CO2
91 kg
EV CO2
30 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
Afternoon in Dallas on Sunday
Local time
3:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
63°F
Garland, TX
130 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
6 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
5h 11m 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 Buna, TX to Dallas, TX covers 259.4 miles and takes about 5h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 175 West, US 69, US 96. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 129.7 miles from Buna, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $39.62 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 17 significant decision points across 259.4 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 35.1 miles (US 190; TX 63): Navigation decision point; at 186.9 miles (US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 255.7 miles (I 45 / Julius Schepps Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Buna, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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