Origin
Combine, TX
Late night in Combine on Friday
Local time
12:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Combine, TX to Dallas, TX
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
33m
Distance
25.9 mi
42 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Combine, TX
Thomas balabaud
Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Combine to Dallas is a quick, straightforward journey covering just 26 miles. You can expect to complete this trip in about 30 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight planning. With fuel costs estimated at $4, it is a very budget-friendly commute within the Great Plains region. Because the route is so short, you have total flexibility to head out whenever it suits your schedule best. It is a practical, no-fuss drive that connects the quiet outskirts of Combine directly to the heart of Dallas.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 33m. Total distance: 25.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local-road experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, you will spend the entire 26 miles navigating regional roads that demand your full attention. The character of this drive is defined by frequent turns, so be prepared for a more engaged, hands-on time behind the wheel compared to a high-speed highway trek. While there are no long, uninterrupted stretches, the short duration means you will reach the city quickly without needing to settle into a long-distance rhythm.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 175 is the longest continuous segment at about 16.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 175 and FM 1389. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near FM 1389.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 25.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 33m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (FM 1389): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 5.8 miles (US 175): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.3 miles (I 45 / Julius Schepps Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
FM 1389
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 1389
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
5.8 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
US 175
Merge onto US 175
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
22.3 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
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
24.5 mi into trip
|
~30m 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
24.7 mi into trip
|
~30m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Combine, TX to Dallas, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Main Street West along the way.
Main Street West
24.5 mi in
|
~30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 175 | 16.4 mi | 18m |
| FM 1389 | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| Julius Schepps Freeway | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Elm Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Frontage Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Highway 175 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Lamar Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 175
— 16.4 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Combine, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on FM 1389
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
FM 1389
2
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 1389
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
FM 1389
3
Turn slight right onto FM 1389
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
FM 1389
4
At end of road, turn left onto North Frontage Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Frontage Road
5
Continue on South Highway 175
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Highway 175
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward US 175 West
7
Merge onto US 175
16 mi
·
18 min
·
US 175
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 45
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Julius Schepps Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 284B
Toward Main Street West, Elm Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward Elm Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto Elm Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12
Turn right onto North Lamar Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Lamar Street
13
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.91 one way
$7.83 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $4.28 | $8.57 |
| premium | $4.54 | $4.62 | $9.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.72 | $11.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
| Efficient EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.27 | $1.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.63 | $1.66 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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
Late night in Dallas on Friday
Local time
12:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
S 5 to 10 mph
8% chance
Live forecast
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
28 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
33m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Combine, TX to Dallas, TX covers 25.9 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 175, FM 1389, Julius Schepps Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13 miles from Combine, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.91 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 short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 25.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 33m.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (FM 1389): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 5.8 miles (US 175): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.3 miles (I 45 / Julius Schepps Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Combine, TX to Dallas, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Main Street West along the way.
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