Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
55.7 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Photo: Thomas balabaud
If you are planning to head from Fairview to Dallas, you are looking at a 55.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 6 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a quick day trip, as it does not require an overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $8, it is a very economical drive to manage. You will remain within the Great Plains region for the duration of the trip, moving between two Texas hubs. Since there are no planned stops required for the 55.7-mile distance, you can easily complete this drive in one straightforward push.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
27.8 miles from Fairview, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than settling into a monotonous interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, you will be navigating local roads for the entire duration of the trip. The character of the drive is defined by frequent turns rather than long, uninterrupted stretches of open road. You should be prepared for a more technical driving experience compared to a standard highway haul. This local route requires your full attention as you transition from the outskirts into the heart of Dallas.
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.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Fairview, TX to Dallas, TX is easy. At 1h 6m 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 Fairview, TX to Dallas, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Farm-to-Market Road 730 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Boyd Rot Road 730 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northwest Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| TX 199 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Jacksboro Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lake Worth Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Merrett Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Azle Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Fairview, TX and Dallas, TX.
Start on County Road 4765
Turn right onto Farm-to-Market Road 730
Continue on Boyd Rot Road 730 North
Turn left onto Northwest Parkway
Take the ramp slight left toward TX 199 East
Merge slight left onto Jacksboro Highway
Continue on Lake Worth Boulevard
Turn left onto Merrett Drive
Turn slight right onto Azle Avenue
Turn left onto Northwest Loop 820
Take the ramp slight left toward I 820 East
Merge slight left onto Jim Wright Freeway
Continue on Northeast Loop
Keep slight left to continue on I 820 TEXpress
Continue on SH 121/183 TEXpress
Continue on SH 183 TEXpress
Keep slight right to continue on SH 183 TEXpress
Merge slight right onto John W Carpenter Freeway
Merge slight left onto North Stemmons Freeway
Take the exit slight right toward Continental Avenue, Commerce Street West
Turn straight onto North Stemmons Freeway
Turn left onto Continental Avenue
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
Arrive at your destination
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule. Because the drive involves navigating local roads rather than high-speed interstates, it is wise to account for potential traffic patterns that could shift that 1 hour and 6 minute travel time. Keep your $8 fuel budget in mind, though it is always a good idea to ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Fairview to avoid unnecessary stops. Given the turn-heavy nature of this route, prioritize using a reliable navigation app to help you handle the frequent transitions between local streets. Enjoy the ease of a drive that gets you from point A to point B without the need for complex multi-day planning.
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.
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 55.7 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.8 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dallas, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Fairview, 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 Fairview, TX
This is one driving day of about 55.7 miles and 1h 6m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.8 mi from Fairview, TX · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 55.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 27.8 miles from Fairview, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$8.51 one way
$17.02 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $9.32 | $18.65 |
| premium | $4.59 | $10.07 | $20.14 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.37 | $24.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.67 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.80 | $3.56 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (63% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Fairview on Sunday
Local time
3:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Dallas on Sunday
Local time
3:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
79°F
Keller, TX
28 mi in
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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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