Origin
Dallas, TX
Afternoon in Dallas on Sunday
Local time
2:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dallas, TX to Kermit, TX
Drive Time
7h 6m
Distance
397.3 mi
639 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$61
one way
Dallas, TX
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Kermit, TX
Thomas balabaud
Trip Overview
The drive from Dallas, TX to Kermit, TX covers 397.3 miles and takes about 7h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 20, State Highway 302, Tom Landry Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 299.7 miles on I 20. At current regular gas prices, budget about $60.69 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
198.7 miles from Dallas, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 7h 6m highway drive covering 397.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 20 and State Highway 302. The longest continuous stretch is about 299.7 miles on I 20.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 20 is the longest continuous segment at about 299.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and State Highway 302. 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 14 significant decision points across 397.3 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 14 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
7
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 30 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 30 West
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 30 / Tom Landry Freeway
Merge onto I 30 / Tom Landry Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
355.2 mi into trip
|
~6h 11m in
|
Spur 450 / Kermit Highway
At end of road, turn right onto Spur 450 / Kermit Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Dallas, TX to Kermit, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 338: Odessa along the way.
Loop 338: Odessa
346.6 mi in
|
~6h
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 299.7 mi | 5h 4m |
| State Highway 302 | 40.4 mi | 51m |
| Tom Landry Freeway | 29.9 mi | 35m |
| West Freeway | 15.5 mi | 17m |
| East 42nd Street | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| Ray C. Stoker, Jr. Memorial Highway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| South Poplar Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Southeast Loop 338 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 299.7 mi, about 5h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dallas, TX and Kermit, TX.
1
Start on North Lamar Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
North Lamar Street
Use the none lane.
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 left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 30 West
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 30
30 mi
·
35 min
·
Tom Landry Freeway
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on I 30; US 377
15 mi
·
17 min
·
West Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 20
300 mi
·
5 hr 4 min
·
I 20
Use the none / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward Loop 338: Odessa
11
Turn left onto East Interstate 20
235 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Interstate 20
12
Turn right onto Loop 338
0.7 mi
·
53 sec
·
Southeast Loop 338
13
Continue on Loop 338
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Ray C. Stoker, Jr. Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto State Highway 191 East
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
State Highway 191 East
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on TX 191
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
East 42nd Street
Use the straight lane.
16
At end of road, turn right onto Spur 450
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Kermit Highway
Use the right lane.
17
Continue on TX 302
40 mi
·
51 min
·
State Highway 302
18
Continue on TX 302
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
East Jim Sharp Boulevard
19
Turn right onto TX 18
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Poplar Street
20
Turn right onto TX 115
167 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Austin Street
21
Turn right
111 ft
·
8 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 198.7 miles from Dallas, TX, or about 3h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 299.7 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 87 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 198.7 miles or 3h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kermit, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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.
+
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dallas, TX
This is one driving day of about 397.3 miles and 7h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 87 miles from Dallas, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 20 for about 299.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 198.7 mi from Dallas, TX · 3h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
199 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 87 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 198.7 miles from Dallas, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 20 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 299.7 miles.
Arriving in Kermit, TX
The final approach into Kermit, 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 Kermit, TX.
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$60.69 one way
$121.38 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
139 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $66.51 | $133.02 |
| premium | $4.59 | $71.81 | $143.62 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $88.27 | $176.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$61
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$86–$111
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 139 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $42 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 119.2 | 1 | $41.72 | $19.07 |
| Efficient EV | 99.3 | 1 | $34.76 | $15.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 158.9 | 1 | $55.62 | $25.43 |
Gas CO2
139 kg
EV CO2
46 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Kermit, TX
Afternoon in Kermit on Sunday
Local time
2:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
54°F
Brownwood, TX
199 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
7 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
7h 6m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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 Kermit, TX covers 397.3 miles and takes about 7h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 20, State Highway 302, Tom Landry 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 198.7 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 $60.69 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 14 significant decision points across 397.3 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.
On the drive from Dallas, TX to Kermit, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 338: Odessa along the way.
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