Origin
Dallas, TX
Late night in Dallas on Friday
Local time
4:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dallas, TX to Roanoke, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
36m
Distance
31 mi
50 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 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m
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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Roanoke, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel the 31 miles from Dallas to Roanoke, Texas, expect a quick journey that typically takes around 36 minutes. Because this trip is short and located entirely within the Great Plains region of North Texas, it is perfectly suited for a simple day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-35E North, the North Stemmons Freeway, and the John W. Carpenter Freeway. With a fuel budget of just $5, this is an incredibly economical route to manage. Whether you are heading out for business or leisure, the proximity of these two cities makes the transition between them seamless and straightforward.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 36m. Total distance: 31 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a wide-open interstate cruise. While you will utilize several major freeway names, the route functions more like a dense urban connector, resulting in a highway share of 0%. You won't find long, uninterrupted stretches of road here, as the longest segment on I-35E North is effectively zero miles before you transition into local navigation. The personality of this drive is dictated by constant adjustments and merging, requiring your full attention. It is a functional, high-traffic experience that demands you stay alert to shifting lanes as you exit the heart of Dallas.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SH 114 TEXpress is the longest continuous segment at about 22.9 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
636 ft
405 ft
Total Climb
274 ft
Total Descent
67 ft
Highest Point
636 ft
~22.1 mi in
Elevation Range
231 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SH 114 TEXpress and North Stemmons Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 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 9 decision points packed into just 31 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 36m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (TX 183 / John W Carpenter Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.3 miles (TX 183 TEXpress / SH 183 TEXpress): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35E North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 35E North
9
4.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
TX 183 / John W Carpenter Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 183 / John W Carpenter Freeway toward TX 183: Irving, DFW Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 433A
Toward TX 183: Irving, DFW Airport
6
5.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
TX 183 TEXpress / SH 183 TEXpress
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 183 TEXpress / SH 183 TEXpress
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
6.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
TX 114 TEXpress / SH 114 TEXpress
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 114 TEXpress / SH 114 TEXpress toward TX 114 Express West Toll: DFW Airport North Entry
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward TX 114 Express West Toll: DFW Airport No...
6
29.7 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
TX 114
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 114
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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 Roanoke, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Dfw Airport along the way.
Dfw Airport
4.6 mi in
|
~6m
|
via TX 183
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SH 114 TEXpress | 22.9 mi | 24m |
| North Stemmons Freeway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| SH 183 TEXpress | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| John W Carpenter Freeway | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| East Byron Nelson Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| TX 114 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Lamar Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SH 114 TEXpress
— 22.9 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dallas, TX and Roanoke, TX.
1
Start on North Lamar Street
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
North Lamar Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Take the ramp
133 ft
·
3 sec
Toward I 35E North
3
Turn right
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 35E North
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 35E North
Use the slight left lane.
5
Merge onto I 35E
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 183
0.8 mi
·
48 sec
·
John W Carpenter Freeway
Exit 433A
Toward TX 183: Irving, DFW Airport
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 183 TEXpress
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
SH 183 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 114 TEXpress
23 mi
·
24 min
·
SH 114 TEXpress
Toward TX 114 Express West Toll: DFW Airport North Entry
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 114
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
·
TX 114
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward TX 114 Business: Roanoke
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on TX 114 Bus
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Byron Nelson Boulevard
12
Arrive at destination
TX 114 Bus
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.68 one way
$9.37 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $5.13 | $10.25 |
| premium | $4.54 | $5.53 | $11.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.84 | $13.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.25 | $1.49 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.71 | $1.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.34 | $1.98 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Roanoke, TX
Late night in Roanoke on Friday
Local time
4:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
36m 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 Roanoke, TX covers 31 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SH 114 TEXpress, North Stemmons Freeway, SH 183 TEXpress. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.5 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 $4.68 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 9 decision points packed into just 31 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 36m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (TX 183 / John W Carpenter Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.3 miles (TX 183 TEXpress / SH 183 TEXpress): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Dallas, TX to Roanoke, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Dfw Airport along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 405 ft to 636 ft elevation with about 274 ft of total climbing.
How this page is built
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. Elevation is sampled from USGS 3DEP. 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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