Origin
Dallas, TX
Evening in Dallas on Thursday
Local time
8:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dallas, TX to Nevada, TX
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
49m
Distance
36.2 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dallas, TX
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Nevada, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Dallas to Nevada, Texas, expect a straightforward 36.2-mile journey that typically takes about 49 minutes. This route keeps you within the Great Plains region for the entire trip, making it an ideal choice for a simple one-day outing. You will navigate via Commerce Street, I-45 South, and I-30 to reach your destination. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $5, this drive is highly economical for travelers. Because the transit time is under an hour, you do not need to worry about overnight lodging, giving you total flexibility to head back whenever you are ready.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 36.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience as you navigate your way out of the city. This route is unique in that it involves zero highway miles, meaning you won't be settling into a monotonous interstate grind. Instead, you should prepare for a more involved drive, especially since your longest uninterrupted stretch is zero miles on Commerce Street. Because the road conditions change frequently, you will need to remain alert behind the wheel. The absence of high-speed highway segments means the pace remains steady and focused on local navigation from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East R L Thornton Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 25 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on East R L Thornton Freeway and FM 1138. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 36.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 45 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I 45 South
8
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 30
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 30
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 30 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 30 East
7
7.8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 30; US 67 / East R L Thornton Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30; US 67 / East R L Thornton Freeway toward I 30 East: Texarkana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 30 East: Texarkana
7
27 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward FM 551: Fate
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 73
Toward FM 551: Fate
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 Dallas, TX to Nevada, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Fm 551: Fate along the way.
Fm 551: Fate
27 mi in
|
~33m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East R L Thornton Freeway | 25 mi | 28m |
| FM 1138 | 5.3 mi | 9m |
| North W E Crawford Avenue | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Commerce Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Interstate 30 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| William E Crawford Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Lamar Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East FM 6 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East R L Thornton Freeway
— 25 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dallas, TX and Nevada, TX.
1
Start on North Lamar Street
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
North Lamar Street
2
Turn left onto Commerce Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Commerce Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 45 South
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 30
Use the slight right lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 30 East
6
Merge onto I 30; US 67
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
East R L Thornton Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30; US 67
19 mi
·
21 min
·
East R L Thornton Freeway
Toward I 30 East: Texarkana
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 73
Toward FM 551: Fate
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn straight onto East Interstate 30
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Interstate 30
10
Turn left onto FM 551
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
William E Crawford Avenue
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on TX 66
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
North W E Crawford Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto FM 1138
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
FM 1138
13
At end of road, turn right onto FM 6; FM 1138
341 ft
·
12 sec
·
East FM 6
14
Turn left
64 ft
·
4 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.1 mi from Dallas, TX · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.1 miles from Dallas, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Nevada, TX
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Nevada, TX if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.47 one way
$10.94 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $5.99 | $11.97 |
| premium | $4.54 | $6.46 | $12.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.99 | $15.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.80 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.17 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Nevada, TX
Evening in Nevada on Thursday
Local time
8:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Heath, TX
18 mi in
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
11 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
49m 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 Nevada, TX covers 36.2 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East R L Thornton Freeway, FM 1138, North W E Crawford Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.1 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 $5.47 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 11 decision points packed into just 36.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Dallas, TX to Nevada, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Fm 551: Fate along the way.
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