Origin
Dallas, TX
Afternoon in Dallas on Sunday
Local time
3:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dallas, TX to San Angelo, TX
Drive Time
4h 54m
Distance
272.8 mi
439 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 41m
★
6 AM
4h 54m
8 AM
5h 21m
10 AM
5h 4m
12 PM
5h 1m
3 PM
5h 5m
5 PM
5h 20m
8 PM
4h 46m
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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San Angelo, TX
Mark Direen
Trip Overview
Traveling from Dallas to San Angelo covers 272.8 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 54 minutes of driving time. Since this route is contained within the Great Plains region of Texas, you will experience a consistent landscape as you move toward your destination. Given the duration, this is easily manageable as a single-day trip, though you should budget approximately $41 for fuel to cover the journey. You will rely on local roads like Ross Avenue, North Houston Street, and Elm Street rather than major interstates. It is a straightforward trip that works well for those looking to get from the metroplex to the heart of West Texas without needing an overnight stay.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
136.4 miles from Dallas, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Because this route involves 0% highway driving, you will be navigating through various intersections and local corridors rather than cruising on high-speed interstates. The absence of major highway stretches means your pace will be dictated by local traffic patterns and the specific turns required to navigate out of Dallas. You should prepare for a more hands-on driving experience that differs significantly from a monotonous interstate commute. This path requires a steady hand as you transition from city streets onto the local roads that link these two Texas hubs.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 137.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and US Highway 277 South. 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
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 272.8 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: 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; at 184.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
0.6 mi into trip
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~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
6
184.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 15m in
Take the exit toward US 83 South, US 277 South: San Angelo, Ballinger, Anson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 283A
Toward US 83 South, US 277 South: San Angelo, B...
6
266.9 mi into trip
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~4h 45m in
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US 277
Keep slight right at fork onto US 277 toward US 67 South, US 277 South: San Angelo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 67 South, US 277 South: San Angelo
6
267.4 mi into trip
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~4h 46m in
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US 277
Keep slight left at fork onto US 277 toward US 67 South, US 277 South: San Angelo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 67 South, US 277 South: San Angelo
Towns Along This Route
Between Dallas, TX and San Angelo, TX, road signs point toward Ballinger and Anson.
Ballinger
184.2 mi in
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~3h 15m
Anson
184.2 mi in
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~3h 15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 137.3 mi | 2h 19m |
| US Highway 277 South | 78.6 mi | 1h 24m |
| Tom Landry Freeway | 29.9 mi | 35m |
| West Freeway | 15.5 mi | 17m |
| US 277 | 5.7 mi | 7m |
| Winters Freeway | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Elm Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 137.3 mi, about 2h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dallas, TX and San Angelo, 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
137 mi
·
2 hr 19 min
·
I 20
Use the none / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 283A
Toward US 83 South, US 277 South: San Angelo, Ballinger, Anson
11
Merge onto US 83; US 277
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Winters Freeway
12
Take the exit onto US 277
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 277
Toward US 277 South: San Angelo
13
Turn right onto US 277
79 mi
·
1 hr 24 min
·
US Highway 277 South
Use the none lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 277
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
US 277
Toward US 67 South, US 277 South: San Angelo
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 277
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
US 277
Toward US 67 South, US 277 South: San Angelo
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward US 67 Business, Main Street
17
Turn straight onto East 7th Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
East 7th Street
18
Turn left onto US 67 Bus
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
19
Turn right onto East Harris Avenue
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
East Harris Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
East Harris Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4 hour and 54 minute drive, consider departing early in the morning to avoid peak local traffic as you navigate out of Dallas. Plan for at least one dedicated stop along the way to stretch your legs and refuel, keeping your $41 fuel budget in mind for the total trip. Since this route is comprised entirely of local roads, stay alert for changing speed limits and frequent turns that are not typical of highway travel. Because the trip is relatively short, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your personal preference for city versus open-road driving. Keeping a navigation app running is particularly useful here to ensure you stay on track through the turn-heavy segments.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 136.4 miles from Dallas, TX, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 137.3 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 136.4 miles or 2h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near San Angelo, 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.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 272.8 miles and 4h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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.
The longest stretch is on I 20 for about 137.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 136.4 mi from Dallas, TX · 2h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
136 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 136.4 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 137.3 miles.
Arriving in San Angelo, TX
The final approach into San Angelo, 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 San Angelo, 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
$41.67 one way
$83.34 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
95 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $45.67 | $91.33 |
| premium | $4.59 | $49.31 | $98.62 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $60.61 | $121.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 81.8 | 1 | $28.64 | $13.09 |
| Efficient EV | 68.2 | 0 | $23.87 | $10.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 109.1 | 1 | $38.19 | $17.46 |
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (66% 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
San Angelo, TX
Afternoon in San Angelo on Sunday
Local time
3:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°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
6 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
4h 54m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 San Angelo, TX covers 272.8 miles and takes about 4h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 20, US Highway 277 South, 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 136.4 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 $41.67 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break 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 16 significant decision points across 272.8 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: 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; at 184.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Dallas, TX and San Angelo, TX, road signs point toward Ballinger and Anson.
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