Origin
Dallas, TX
Afternoon in Dallas on Sunday
Local time
3:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dallas, TX to Brownwood, TX
Drive Time
3h 15m
Distance
167.6 mi
270 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Loading...
station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 4m
★
6 AM
3h 15m
8 AM
3h 39m
10 AM
3h 24m
12 PM
3h 21m
3 PM
3h 25m
5 PM
3h 38m
8 PM
3h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dallas, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Brownwood, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Dallas to Brownwood, expect a journey covering 167.6 miles that typically takes about 3 hours and 15 minutes. Because both cities are located within the Great Plains region of Texas, you will experience a consistent landscape rather than a drastic change in topography. This route works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, allowing you to reach your destination in one go without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $25 for fuel to complete the trek. While it is a manageable distance, the turn-heavy nature of the local roads means you will want to stay alert behind the wheel. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you from the heart of Dallas to Brownwood efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
83.8 miles from Dallas, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Forget about the monotony of long, straight interstate stretches on this trip; this route is defined by its turn-heavy local character. You will navigate via Ross Avenue, North Houston Street, and Elm Street, which means you won't be relying on major highways at all. In fact, the highway share for this entire 167.6-mile journey is 0%, emphasizing the localized feel of the roads. With the longest uninterrupted stretch being 0 miles on Ross Avenue, you should prepare for constant maneuvering and frequent turns. Expect a hands-on driving experience that requires your full focus as you transition away from the city grid.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North J Elmer Weaver Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 61.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on North J Elmer Weaver Freeway and US Highway 67. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
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 167.6 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 0.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.8 miles: 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
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 30, I 35E
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 30, I 35E
9
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 30 West, I 35E South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 30 West, I 35E South
8
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 35E South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35E South
6
6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward US 67 South: Cleburne, Kiest Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 423
Toward US 67 South: Cleburne, Kiest Boulevard
7
6.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 67 / Marvin D Love Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 67 / Marvin D Love Freeway toward US 67 South: Cleburne
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 67 South: Cleburne
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North J Elmer Weaver Freeway | 61.7 mi | 1h 10m |
| US Highway 67 | 34.4 mi | 39m |
| Southwest Big Bend Trail | 28.8 mi | 32m |
| South US Highway 377 | 7.5 mi | 8m |
| Marvin D Love Freeway | 5.3 mi | 5m |
| Dublin Bypass | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| Early Boulevard | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| South R L Thornton Freeway | 4.3 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
North J Elmer Weaver Freeway
— 61.7 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dallas, TX and Brownwood, TX.
1
Start on North Lamar Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
North Lamar Street
2
Turn right onto Elm Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Elm Street
3
Continue on Elm Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Elm Street
4
Take the ramp
327 ft
·
7 sec
Toward I 30, I 35E
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 30 West, I 35E South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
330 ft
·
8 sec
Toward I 35E South
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 35E
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 35E
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
South R L Thornton Freeway
9
Continue on I 35E
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
South R L Thornton Freeway
Exit 426
Toward Dallas Zoo
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Exit 423
Toward US 67 South: Cleburne, Kiest Boulevard
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 67
5.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Marvin D Love Freeway
Toward US 67 South: Cleburne
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on US 67
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East S G Alexander Freeway
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on US 67
0.6 mi
·
36 sec
·
West S G Alexander Freeway
14
Continue on US 67
62 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
North J Elmer Weaver Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on US 67
29 mi
·
32 min
·
Southwest Big Bend Trail
16
Continue on US 67
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Glen Rose Road
17
Turn left onto US 67; US 377
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
East South Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on US 67; US 377
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on US 67; US 377
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
South US Highway 377
20
Continue on US 67; US 377
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Dublin Bypass
21
Continue on US 67; US 377
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest US Highway 377
22
Continue on US 67; US 377
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US Highway 67
23
Continue on US 67; US 377; TX 36
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
East Central Avenue
24
Continue on US 67; US 377
19 mi
·
21 min
·
US Highway 67
25
Continue on US 67; US 377
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Early Boulevard
26
Continue on US 67; US 84; US 377
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
East Commerce Street
27
Turn left onto US 377
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
28
Turn left onto 8th Street
117 ft
·
10 sec
·
8th Street
29
Turn left onto Swiss Avenue
306 ft
·
18 sec
·
Swiss Avenue
30
Turn left onto 7th Street
138 ft
·
7 sec
·
7th Street
31
Turn right
155 ft
·
7 sec
32
Turn right
25 ft
·
1 sec
33
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a 3-hour and 15-minute drive, plan to depart during daylight hours to better navigate the local roads. You only need to account for one stop, making it easy to pace your trip according to your personal comfort. Because you are navigating strictly through local streets rather than open highways, keep a close eye on your navigation system to ensure you don't miss any of the frequent turns. Setting aside $25 for fuel will cover your transit costs comfortably. Take advantage of the flexibility this route offers by choosing a departure time that avoids peak traffic congestion, ensuring a smoother transition as you head out of Dallas.
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 83.8 miles from Dallas, TX, or about 1h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.7 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.8 miles or 1h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brownwood, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 167.6 miles and 3h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dallas, 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 North J Elmer Weaver Freeway for about 61.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83.8 mi from Dallas, TX · 1h 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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 83.8 miles from Dallas, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before North J Elmer Weaver Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.7 miles.
Arriving in Brownwood, TX
The final approach into Brownwood, 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 Brownwood, 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
$25.60 one way
$51.20 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $28.06 | $56.11 |
| premium | $4.59 | $30.29 | $60.59 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $37.23 | $74.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.3 | 0 | $17.60 | $8.04 |
| Efficient EV | 41.9 | 0 | $14.67 | $6.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67 | 0 | $23.46 | $10.73 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% 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
Brownwood, TX
Afternoon in Brownwood on Sunday
Local time
3:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°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
8 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
3h 15m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Dallas, TX to Brownwood, TX covers 167.6 miles and takes about 3h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North J Elmer Weaver Freeway, US Highway 67, Southwest Big Bend Trail. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 83.8 miles from Dallas, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.60 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 167.6 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 0.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Dallas, TX to Brownwood, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Was this route helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Brownwood, TX
More trips to Brownwood, TX
Explore more options from Dallas, TX or browse trips ending in Brownwood, TX.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse TX road trips.
Explore maps for Dallas, TX or Brownwood, TX on MapSof.net.