Origin
Early, TX
Afternoon in Early on Sunday
Local time
3:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Early, TX to Dallas, TX
Drive Time
3h 10m
Distance
163.9 mi
264 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 58m
★
6 AM
3h 10m
8 AM
3h 33m
10 AM
3h 18m
12 PM
3h 16m
3 PM
3h 19m
5 PM
3h 32m
8 PM
3h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Early, TX
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Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
Spanning 163.9 miles between Early and Dallas, this route connects two points within the Great Plains region of Texas. You can expect a drive time of approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your journey will take you from the local thoroughfares of Garmon Drive and Early Boulevard before transitioning onto Highway 67. Budgeting around $24 for fuel should cover your transit costs comfortably. Since the entire trip is manageable in a single session, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule rather than worrying about mid-trip accommodations.
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
81.9 miles from Early, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate through local roads for the duration of the 163.9-mile trip, requiring your full attention as you transition between Garmon Drive, Early Boulevard, and Highway 67. Because the road lacks long, monotonous highway stretches, the driving experience remains engaging and dynamic. The technical nature of these smaller roads means your pace will be more measured than on a standard freeway, so plan for a consistent, steady rhythm behind the wheel.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Northeast Big Bend Trail is the longest continuous segment at about 61.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 84; US 183 / Garmon Drive.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 163.9 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (US 84; US 183 / Garmon Drive): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 56.1 miles (US 67; US 377 / West South Loop): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 157.8 miles (I 35E / South R L Thornton Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 84; US 183 / Garmon Drive
Merge onto US 84; US 183 / Garmon Drive
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
56.1 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
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US 67; US 377 / West South Loop
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 377 / West South Loop
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
157.8 mi into trip
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~3h 2m in
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I 35E / South R L Thornton Freeway
Merge onto I 35E / South R L Thornton Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
163.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 8m in
Take the exit toward Continental Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 429A
Toward Continental Avenue
6
163.5 mi into trip
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~3h 9m in
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Continental Avenue
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast Big Bend Trail | 61.8 mi | 1h 11m |
| US Highway 67 | 44.2 mi | 50m |
| US Highway 67/377 East | 19 mi | 21m |
| South US Highway 377 | 7.5 mi | 8m |
| Marvin D Love Freeway | 5.5 mi | 5m |
| Dublin Bypass | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| South R L Thornton Freeway | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| West Central Avenue | 2.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Northeast Big Bend Trail
— 61.8 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Early, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on US 84; US 183
149 ft
·
4 sec
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US 84; US 183
2
Merge onto US 84; US 183
146 ft
·
29 sec
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Garmon Drive
3
Continue on US 84; US 183
150 ft
·
1 sec
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Garmon Drive
4
Turn right onto US 67; US 377
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Early Boulevard
5
Continue on US 67; US 377
19 mi
·
21 min
·
US Highway 67/377 East
6
Continue on US 67; US 377
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
West Central Avenue
7
Continue on US 67; US 377
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US Highway 67
8
Continue on US 67; US 377
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest US Highway 377
9
Continue on US 67; US 377
4.8 mi
·
5 min
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Dublin Bypass
10
Continue on US 67; US 377
7.5 mi
·
8 min
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South US Highway 377
11
Turn straight onto US 67; US 377
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 377
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
West South Loop
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto US 67
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Glen Rose Road
14
Continue on US 67
29 mi
·
32 min
·
US Highway 67
15
Continue on US 67
62 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
Northeast Big Bend Trail
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on US 67
2.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West S G Alexander Freeway
Use the none lane.
17
Continue on US 67
5.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Marvin D Love Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 35E
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
South R L Thornton Freeway
Use the none lane.
19
Continue on I 35E
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Stemmons Freeway
Use the none lane.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 429A
Toward Continental Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
21
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Continental Avenue
Use the right lane.
22
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lamar Street
23
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward 2-hour and 50-minute trek, you can easily complete it in one go, though scheduling a single stop will help break up the technical local stretches. Given the turn-heavy nature of the roads, try to depart during daylight hours to ensure better visibility and a more relaxed experience. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge early on, as the $24 estimate assumes a standard vehicle efficiency; topping off before you head out is a smart way to avoid mid-route stress. Because the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, check your GPS frequently to stay on track through the various turns along Highway 67.
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 81.9 miles from Early, TX, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.8 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.9 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dallas, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Early, 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 Early, TX
This is one driving day of about 163.9 miles and 3h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Early, 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 Northeast Big Bend Trail for about 61.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.9 mi from Early, TX · 1h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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 81.9 miles from Early, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Northeast Big Bend Trail if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.8 miles.
Arriving in Dallas, TX
The final approach into Dallas, 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 Dallas, 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
$25.04 one way
$50.07 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $27.44 | $54.87 |
| premium | $4.59 | $29.62 | $59.25 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $36.41 | $72.83 |
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: 57.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.2 | 0 | $17.21 | $7.87 |
| Efficient EV | 41 | 0 | $14.34 | $6.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.6 | 0 | $22.95 | $10.49 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Dallas, TX
Afternoon in Dallas on Sunday
Local time
3:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
8 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
3h 10m 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 Early, TX to Dallas, TX covers 163.9 miles and takes about 3h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Northeast Big Bend Trail, US Highway 67, US Highway 67/377 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81.9 miles from Early, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.04 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 163.9 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 84; US 183 / Garmon Drive): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 56.1 miles (US 67; US 377 / West South Loop): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 157.8 miles (I 35E / South R L Thornton Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Early, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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