Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 19m
Distance
168.3 mi
271 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Redland, TX
Jeff Stapleton
This 168.3-mile journey from Dallas, TX to Redland, TX is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take about 3 hours and 19 minutes. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, with 84% of the drive being on highways, making it a straightforward drive. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $25, which is quite reasonable for the distance covered. This route stays within the Great Plains region, so you can expect a consistent driving experience. It's a direct and efficient way to get from point A to point B, perfect for when you want to cover ground without too much fuss.
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
84.1 miles from Dallas, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 19m. Total distance: 168.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Primarily a highway-focused drive, this route will have you on US Highway 175 East and US Highway 69 South for the bulk of your travel. You'll experience a significant stretch of 68.7 miles on the C F Hawn Freeway, indicating a long, uninterrupted highway segment early in your trip. The high highway share of 84% suggests a consistent pace and minimal exposure to slower local roads. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes efficient travel over winding scenic byways.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on C F Hawn Freeway and US Highway 175 East. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near McKinney Avenue.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 168.3 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (McKinney Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (I 45 / Julius Schepps Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto McKinney Avenue
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork toward I 45 South: Houston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 45 / Julius Schepps Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto US 175 / C F Hawn Freeway toward US 175 South: Kaufman
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right onto US 69 / North Jackson Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| C F Hawn Freeway | 68.7 mi | 1h 14m |
| US Highway 175 East | 20.8 mi | 22m |
| US Highway 69 South | 20.8 mi | 23m |
| US Highway 175 | 13.3 mi | 14m |
| Rusk Street | 12.3 mi | 15m |
| US Highway 69 North | 9.5 mi | 10m |
| FM 2021 | 4.5 mi | 10m |
| North Dickinson Drive | 3.4 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Dallas, TX and Redland, TX.
Start on North Lamar Street
Turn right onto McKinney Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto Spur 366
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 45
Keep slight right at fork onto US 175
Continue on US 175 Bus
Turn left onto US 175 Bus; TX 31 Bus
Continue on US 175 Bus
Continue on US 175
Continue on US 175
Continue on US 175
Continue on US 175
At end of road, turn right onto US 69
Continue on US 69
Continue on US 69
Continue on US 69
Continue on US 69
Continue on US 69
Continue on US 69
Turn left onto FM 2021
Take the ramp
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Given the 3 hour and 19 minute duration, this route is easily completed in a single day. Aim to depart Dallas in the morning to allow for a relaxed arrival in Redland. With only one recommended stop and a reasonable fuel cost of $25, you won't need extensive planning for this trip. The longest stretch without a break is 68.7 miles, so plan your first stop accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach Redland, to ensure a smooth arrival.
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.
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 37 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.1 miles or 1h 35m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Redland, 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 168.3 miles and 3h 19m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 84.1 mi from Dallas, TX · 1h 35m 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.
A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 84.1 miles from Dallas, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before C F Hawn Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.7 miles.
The final approach into Redland, 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 Redland, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$25.43 one way
$50.86 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $27.84 | $55.67 |
| premium | $4.54 | $30.05 | $60.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.16 | $74.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.5 | 0 | $17.67 | $8.08 |
| Efficient EV | 42.1 | 0 | $14.73 | $6.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.3 | 0 | $23.56 | $10.77 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Dallas on Friday
Local time
7:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Redland on Friday
Local time
7:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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