Planning a road trip from Cameron Park, Texas, to Arlington, Texas? This journey covers 528.7 miles and is estimated to take about 9 hours and 59 minutes of driving time. Given the distance and duration, this is best tackled as a two-day trip rather than attempting it all in one go. You'll primarily be traveling on U.S. Highway 77, Purple Heart Trail, and Pickle Parkway, with 72% of the route being on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $80. You'll be staying within the Great Plains region for the entirety of your journey, so expect consistent landscapes throughout.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
264.4 miles from Cameron Park, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 5h 18m into the drive
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Drive Character
This drive is predominantly a highway experience, with 72% of the route utilizing faster roads. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 126.7 miles on U.S. Highway 77, which means you'll want to plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly. While the main roads are highways, the inclusion of routes like Pickle Parkway suggests there might be sections that feel more like parkways, potentially offering a slightly more relaxed pace than pure interstate travel. The overall feel is likely to be a long-distance drive focused on covering ground efficiently.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 57 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
U.S. Highway 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 126.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Highway 77 and Purple Heart Trail. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 362.1 miles in.
Route Complexity10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 35 significant decision points across 528.7 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 362.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 466.8 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 511.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 35 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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362.1 mi into trip|~7h 1m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35 North: Waco
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35 North: Waco
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466.8 mi into trip|~8h 49m in|I 35W
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35W toward I 35W: Fort Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 35W: Fort Worth
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511.9 mi into trip|~9h 36m in
Take the exit toward I 20 East: Dallas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 45B
Toward I 20 East: Dallas
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512.2 mi into trip|~9h 37m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 20 East: Dallas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 20 East: Dallas
8
523 mi into trip|~9h 49m in
Take the exit toward FM 157 South: UT Arlington, Mansfield
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 449A
Toward FM 157 South: UT Arlington, Mansfield
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Cameron Park, TX and Arlington, TX, road signs point toward Skidmore and Waco.
Skidmore
168.3 mi in|~3h 24m
Waco
303.1 mi in|~6h 5m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
U.S. Highway 77
126.7 mi
2h 20m
Purple Heart Trail
97.7 mi
1h 39m
Pickle Parkway
58.5 mi
54m
I 35W
45.1 mi
47m
US Highway 181 South
40.2 mi
45m
State Highway 80 North
30.8 mi
35m
State Highway 80
23.6 mi
25m
I 37
19.7 mi
19m
Longest stretch:
U.S. Highway 77
— 126.7 mi, about 2h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cameron Park, TX and Arlington, TX.
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Start on Avenida Florencia
0.6 mi·2 min·Avenida Florencia
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Turn left onto Avenida Gregory
0.2 mi·37 sec·Avenida Gregory
3
At end of road, turn right onto FM 1847
3.0 mi·4 min·Paredes Line Road
4
Turn left onto FM 511
1.4 mi·2 min·FM 511
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward TX 550 Toll North, TX 169 Toll North
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Merge onto I 169; TX 550 Toll
2.1 mi·2 min·Interstate 169
7
Merge onto I 69E; US 77; US 83
2.2 mi·2 min·North Expressway
8
Continue on I 69E; US 77; US 83
102 mi·1 hr 53 min·U.S. Highway 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·14 sec
10
Merge onto I 69E; US 77
1.2 mi·1 min·I 69E; US 77
11
Continue on U.S. Highway 77
12 mi·12 min·U.S. Highway 77
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
13
Turn straight onto US Highway 77 Frontage Road
485 ft·17 sec·US Highway 77 Frontage Road
14
Turn right onto County Road 10
1.0 mi·4 min·County Road 10
15
Turn left onto County Road 79
4.0 mi·15 min·County Road 79
16
Turn left onto County Road 18
0.2 mi·43 sec·County Road 18
17
Turn sharp right
1.1 mi·2 min
18
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·57 sec
19
Merge onto US 77
2.3 mi·2 min·Driscoll Bypass
20
Continue on US 77
13 mi·14 min·U.S. Highway 77
21
Merge onto I 37; US 77; I 69E
1.4 mi·1 min·I 37; US 77; I 69E
22
Keep slight left at fork
1.3 mi·1 min
23
Continue on I 37
18 mi·18 min·I 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Toward TX 359: Mathis, Skidmore
25
Turn right onto TX 359
12 mi·16 min·State Highway 359
26
At end of road, turn left onto US 181
0.8 mi·55 sec·South 8th Street
27
Continue on US 181
40 mi·45 min·US Highway 181 South
28
Continue on US 181
1.2 mi·1 min·South Sunset Strip Drive
29
Turn right onto TX 72; TX 239
0.8 mi·1 min·West Main Street
30
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 72; TX 239
233 ft·3 sec·East Main Street
31
Continue on FM 792
8.4 mi·10 min·Helena Road
32
Turn straight onto TX 80
24 mi·25 min·State Highway 80
33
Continue on TX 80
1.0 mi·2 min·South Nixon Avenue
34
Continue on TX 80; TX 97
31 mi·35 min·State Highway 80 North
35
Continue on US 183
10 mi·11 min·US 183
36
Continue on US 183
4.9 mi·8 min·South Colorado Street
37
Continue on US 183
0.2 mi·16 sec·United States Highway 183
38
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·35 sec
Toward TX 130 Toll North: Austin, Waco
39
Merge onto TX 130 Toll
59 mi·54 min·Pickle Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
40
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward I 35 North: WacoUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
41
Merge onto I 35
65 mi·1 hr 6 min·Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
42
Continue on I 35
6.6 mi·7 min·South Jack Kultgen Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
43
Continue on I 35; US 77
33 mi·33 min·Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
44
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35W
45 mi·47 min·I 35W
Toward I 35W: Fort WorthUse the slight left lane.
45
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 45BToward I 20 East: DallasUse the right lane.
46
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·58 sec
Toward I 20 East: DallasUse the slight left lane.
47
Merge onto I 20
5.7 mi·6 min·Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
48
Keep slight left at fork onto I 20
4.6 mi·4 min·Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Toward I 20 East: Dallas
49
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
Exit 449AToward FM 157 South: UT Arlington, MansfieldUse the straight / slight right lanes.
50
Continue on West Interstate 20
0.3 mi·24 sec·West Interstate 20
51
Turn left onto FM 157
1.0 mi·1 min·South Cooper Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
52
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 157
1.7 mi·2 min·South Cooper Street
Use the left lane.
53
Turn right onto Spur 303
0.5 mi·50 sec·West Pioneer Parkway
Use the right lane.
54
Turn left onto South Center Street
1.2 mi·2 min·South Center Street
Use the left lane.
55
Continue on South Mesquite Street
0.8 mi·1 min·South Mesquite Street
56
Turn left onto East Abram Street
0.1 mi·26 sec·East Abram Street
57
Arrive at destination
West Abram Street
Trip Plan
For this 9-hour, 59-minute drive, splitting it over two days is highly recommended to avoid fatigue. Aim to depart early in the morning on your first day to maximize daylight driving. With two recommended stops, plan them strategically, perhaps around the halfway point to break up the 528.7 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 126.7 miles on U.S. Highway 77, as services can sometimes be spread out. The $80 fuel cost is an estimate, so it's wise to factor in a little extra for unexpected detours or fluctuating prices.
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 264.4 miles from Cameron Park, TX, or about 5h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 126.7 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 116 miles or 2h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 264.4 miles or 5h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 264.4 miles or 5h 18m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 8h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arlington, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cameron Park, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cameron Park, TX
Aim for roughly 264 miles and 5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Arlington, TX
Aim for roughly 264 miles and 5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 116 miles from Cameron Park, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on U.S. Highway 77 for about 126.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 264.4 mi from Cameron Park, TX
· 5h 18m into the drive
The midpoint is around 264.4 miles from Cameron Park, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before U.S. Highway 77 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 126.7 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stop
For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 264 miles or 5 hours on the road.
Arriving in Arlington, TX
The final approach into Arlington, 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 Arlington, TX.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Arlington, TX with some flexibility left in the schedule.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park
National Historical Park
On May 8, 1846, U.S. and Mexican troops clashed on the prairie of Palo Alto. The battle was the first in a two-year long war that changed the map of North America. Although the two countries have deve...
Standing as tall as 14 feet and weighing 20,000 pounds, Columbian mammoths roamed across what is present-day Texas thousands of years ago. Today, the fossil specimens represent the nation's first and...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 437.6
Protecting sixty-six miles of wild coastline along the Gulf of America, the narrow barrier island is home to one of the last intact coastal prairie habitats in the United States. Along the hypersaline...
28 mi from route
~69 min detour
$25
near mile 91.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$79.89 one way
$159.78 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg185 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$87.44
$174.89
premium
$4.54
$94.40
$188.79
diesel
$5.61
$116.73
$233.46
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$80
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$210–$320
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 185 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $56 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
158.6
1
$55.51
$25.38
Efficient EV
132.2
1
$46.26
$21.15
EV Truck/SUV
211.5
2
$74.02
$33.84
Gas CO2
185 kg
EV CO2
62 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.
Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago
Origin
Cameron Park, TX
Night
in Cameron Park on Tuesday
Local time
9:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Arlington, TX
Night
in Arlington on Tuesday
Local time
9:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
17 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
9h 59m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Cameron Park, TX to Arlington, TX covers 528.7 miles and takes about 9h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are U.S. Highway 77, Purple Heart Trail, Pickle Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 264 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 264.4 miles from Cameron Park, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $79.89 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 2 meaningful breaks 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 35 significant decision points across 528.7 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 362.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 466.8 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 511.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Cameron Park, TX and Arlington, TX, road signs point toward Skidmore and Waco.
