Origin
Dallas, TX
Late night in Dallas on Friday
Local time
2:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dallas, TX to Ore City, TX
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
2h 38m
Distance
145 mi
233 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 28m
★
6 AM
2h 38m
8 AM
2h 59m
10 AM
2h 46m
12 PM
2h 44m
3 PM
2h 47m
5 PM
2h 58m
8 PM
2h 32m
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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Ore City, TX
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Trip Overview
This 145-mile drive from Dallas, TX to Ore City, TX is a straightforward, one-day trip that will take approximately 2 hours and 38 minutes to complete. With a projected fuel cost of around $22, it's an economical option for a quick getaway. The route primarily utilizes Commerce Street and I-45 South before transitioning to I-30, offering a mix of urban and highway driving. Since it’s a relatively short distance and falls within the Great Plains region for both origin and destination, it's perfectly suited for a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stop. You'll likely find it to be a turn-heavy local drive, so be prepared for frequent adjustments.
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
72.5 miles from Dallas, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 38m. Total distance: 145 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' experience for this 145-mile journey. While the route does incorporate some interstate mileage with I-45 South and I-30, the highway share is 0%, indicating a focus on surface streets and local roads. You won't encounter long, uninterrupted stretches of high-speed driving, so the longest stretch metric is not applicable here. Instead, plan for a drive characterized by frequent turns and navigation through various local road conditions as you make your way from Dallas to Ore City.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Commerce Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Dallas, TX to Ore City, TX is easy. At 2h 38m 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 Ore City, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Commerce Street | — | — |
| I 45 South | — | — |
| I 30 | — | — |
| I 30 East | — | — |
| East R L Thornton Freeway | — | — |
| US 80 East | — | — |
| TX 155 | — | — |
| Highway 155 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Commerce Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dallas, TX and Ore City, 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 slight left toward I 45 South
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
I 45 South
4
Keep slight right to continue on I 30
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
I 30
5
Keep slight left to continue on I 30 East
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
I 30 East
6
Merge slight left onto East R L Thornton Freeway
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
East R L Thornton Freeway
7
Keep slight right to continue on US 80 East: Terrell
19 mi
·
20 min
·
US 80 East: Terrell
8
Continue straight
4.5 mi
·
4 min
9
Merge slight left
68 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward TX 155: UT Health Center, Winona
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
TX 155: UT Health Center, Winona
11
Turn left onto State Highway 155 North
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 155 North
12
Continue on South Main Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
13
Continue on State Highway 155 North
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 155 North
14
At the end of the road, turn right onto West Broadway Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway Street
15
Turn left onto North Tyler Street
15 mi
·
17 min
·
North Tyler Street
16
Turn right onto State Highway 155
16 mi
·
17 min
·
State Highway 155
17
Take the exit right
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
18
Merge slight left
2.7 mi
·
3 min
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 38-minute duration and 145-mile length, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Aim to depart Dallas in the morning to maximize your time in Ore City. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimate of $22, you have flexibility in pacing. Pay close attention to local road signage, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests frequent changes in direction. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you get closer to Ore City, to ensure you have enough to reach your destination comfortably.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.5 miles from Dallas, TX, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
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 32 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.5 miles or 1h 19m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ore City, 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 145 miles and 2h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72.5 mi from Dallas, TX · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72.5 miles from Dallas, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ore City, TX
The final approach into Ore City, 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 Ore City, 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
$21.91 one way
$43.82 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $23.98 | $47.96 |
| premium | $4.54 | $25.89 | $51.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.01 | $64.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.5 | 0 | $15.23 | $6.96 |
| Efficient EV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.69 | $5.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58 | 0 | $20.30 | $9.28 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Ore City, TX
Late night in Ore City on Friday
Local time
2:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
4 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
2h 38m 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 Ore City, TX covers 145 miles and takes about 2h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Commerce Street, I 45 South, I 30. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72.5 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 $21.91 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Dallas, TX to Ore City, TX is easy. At 2h 38m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Dallas, TX to Ore City, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Dallas, TX to Ore City, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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