Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
56.9 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Photo: Jeff Stapleton
Traveling from Dallas to Fairview covers 56.9 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 9 minutes. Because this journey stays entirely within the Great Plains region of Texas, it functions perfectly as a quick day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $8 for fuel to complete the trip. Since the drive is relatively short, you have the flexibility to head out whenever it suits your schedule. It is an efficient way to transition between the urban environment of Dallas and the community of Fairview.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
28.4 miles from Dallas, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straightforward interstate haul. With a highway share of 0%, you will spend your time navigating local roads that require your full attention behind the wheel. The route lacks long, uninterrupted stretches, meaning you should be prepared for frequent adjustments and turns. This drive offers a different pace compared to high-speed highway travel, keeping you engaged with the local road network throughout the entire 56.9-mile journey.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Dallas, TX to Fairview, TX is easy. At 1h 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Dallas, TX to Fairview, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35E North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Stemmons Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| John W Carpenter Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SH 183 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SH 121 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 820 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northeast Loop | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Jim Wright Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Dallas, TX and Fairview, TX.
Start on North Lamar Street
Take the ramp right toward I 35E North
Turn right onto I 35E North
Keep slight left to continue on I 35E North
Merge slight left onto North Stemmons Freeway
Keep slight left to continue on John W Carpenter Freeway
Keep slight left to continue on SH 183 TEXpress
Keep slight right to continue on SH 183 TEXpress
Continue on SH 121/183 TEXpress
Continue on SH 183 TEXpress
Continue on SH 121/183 TEXpress
Continue on I 820 TEXpress
Merge slight right onto Northeast Loop
Continue on Jim Wright Freeway
Take the exit slight right toward TX 199: Jacksboro Highway, Quebec Street
Keep slight right to continue on TX 199 West: Jacksboro Highway
Turn slight left onto Northwest Loop 820
Turn right onto Lake Worth Boulevard
Take the exit straight toward Jacksboro Highway
Take the exit slight right toward FM 730: Boyd
Turn straight onto Northwest Parkway
Turn right onto Boyd Road
Continue on Farm-to-Market Road 730
Turn left onto County Road 4765
Arrive at your destination
Since this is a straightforward 1-hour and 9-minute trip, you don't need to worry about planning complex rest stops. You can easily complete the drive in one go without needing to refuel or take a break, keeping your total travel costs around $8. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of these local roads means your travel time might fluctuate slightly based on traffic patterns. My best advice is to check your navigation app before pulling out of Dallas to ensure you have the most current route, as local road conditions can change quickly.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 56.9 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.4 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairview, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Dallas, 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 Dallas, TX
This is one driving day of about 56.9 miles and 1h 9m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.4 mi from Dallas, TX · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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.
A short stop after about 56.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 28.4 miles from Dallas, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Fairview, 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 Fairview, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$8.69 one way
$17.38 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $9.53 | $19.05 |
| premium | $4.59 | $10.28 | $20.57 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.64 | $25.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.97 | $2.73 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.98 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.97 | $3.64 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Dallas on Sunday
Local time
3:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Fairview on Sunday
Local time
3:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
79°F
Keller, TX
28 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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