Origin
Goliad, TX
Late night in Goliad on Friday
Local time
3:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Goliad, TX to Arlington, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 20m
Distance
325 mi
523 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 7m
★
6 AM
5h 21m
8 AM
5h 48m
10 AM
5h 30m
12 PM
5h 28m
3 PM
5h 32m
5 PM
5h 46m
8 PM
5h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Goliad, TX
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Arlington, TX
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Trip Overview
This 325-mile drive from Goliad, Texas to Arlington, Texas is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take about 5 hours and 20 minutes. You'll navigate primarily using North Jefferson Street, Highway 183, and South Esplanade Street, with no significant highway driving. The fuel cost is estimated at $50 for this journey through the Great Plains region. This route is characterized by frequent turns, making it a more engaging local drive than a high-speed interstate cruise. It's well-suited for a single day, allowing you to arrive in Arlington without feeling overly rushed.
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
162.5 miles from Goliad, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 40m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 20m. Total distance: 325 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for the entirety of this 325-mile route. With a 0% highway share, you'll be spending your time on local roads, including segments of Highway 183. The absence of long, uninterrupted stretches means you'll be constantly making adjustments and navigating through varied terrain. This driving style keeps you engaged with your surroundings, offering a closer look at the Texas landscape as you progress from Goliad towards Arlington.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Jefferson Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 20m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Goliad, TX to Arlington, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Jefferson Street | — | — |
| Highway 183 | — | — |
| South Esplanade Street | — | — |
| South Magnolia Avenue | — | — |
| US 183 | — | — |
| South Colorado Street | — | — |
| TX 130 | — | — |
| Pickle Parkway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Jefferson Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goliad, TX and Arlington, TX.
1
Start on East Pearl Street
112 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Pearl Street
2
Turn right onto North Jefferson Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Jefferson Street
3
Continue on North US Highway 183
29 mi
·
31 min
·
North US Highway 183
4
Continue on South Esplanade Street
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Esplanade Street
5
Continue on North US Highway 183
23 mi
·
24 min
·
North US Highway 183
6
Continue straight
6.0 mi
·
6 min
7
Continue straight
20 mi
·
23 min
8
Turn right onto South Magnolia Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Magnolia Avenue
9
Continue on US 183
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 183
10
Continue on South Colorado Street
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
South Colorado Street
11
Continue on United States Highway 183
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
United States Highway 183
12
Keep slight left to continue on TX 130 Toll North: Austin, Waco
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
TX 130 Toll North: Austin, Waco
13
Merge slight left onto Pickle Parkway
59 mi
·
54 min
·
Pickle Parkway
14
Keep slight left to continue on I 35 North: Waco
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 35 North: Waco
15
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
65 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
16
Continue on South Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
South Jack Kultgen Expressway
17
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
33 mi
·
33 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
18
Keep slight left to continue on I 35W: Fort Worth
45 mi
·
47 min
·
I 35W: Fort Worth
19
Take the exit slight right toward I 20 East: Dallas
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 20 East: Dallas
20
Keep slight left to continue on I 20 East: Dallas
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 20 East: Dallas
21
Merge slight left onto Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
22
Keep slight left to continue on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
23
Take the exit slight right toward FM 157 South: UT Arlington, Mansfield
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
FM 157 South: UT Arlington, Mansfield
24
Continue on West Interstate 20
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Interstate 20
25
Turn left onto South Cooper Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Cooper Street
26
Keep slight right to continue on South Cooper Street
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South Cooper Street
27
Turn right onto West Pioneer Parkway
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
West Pioneer Parkway
28
Turn left onto South Center Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Center Street
29
Continue on South Mesquite Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Mesquite Street
30
Turn left onto East Abram Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
East Abram Street
31
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 5 hour and 20-minute duration, starting your journey from Goliad in the morning is advisable to reach Arlington with ample daylight. While this route has only one recommended stop, plan for additional brief breaks as needed, especially since the drive involves frequent turns. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, with an estimated cost of $50 for the 325 miles. A practical tip for this specific route: be prepared for the numerous turns, which means keeping your navigation readily accessible and perhaps anticipating them to maintain a smooth pace.
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 162.5 miles from Goliad, TX, or about 2h 40m into the drive.
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 72 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 162.5 miles or 2h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arlington, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Goliad, 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 Goliad, TX
This is one driving day of about 325 miles and 5h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 72 miles from Goliad, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 162.5 mi from Goliad, TX · 2h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
163 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 72 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 162.5 miles from Goliad, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Arlington, TX
The final approach into Arlington, 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 Arlington, 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
$49.11 one way
$98.22 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
114 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $53.75 | $107.51 |
| premium | $4.54 | $58.03 | $116.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $71.76 | $143.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 97.5 | 1 | $34.13 | $15.60 |
| Efficient EV | 81.3 | 0 | $28.44 | $13.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 130 | 1 | $45.50 | $20.80 |
Gas CO2
114 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (67% 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
Arlington, TX
Late night in Arlington on Friday
Local time
3:06 AM
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
23 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
5h 20m 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 Goliad, TX to Arlington, TX covers 325 miles and takes about 5h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Jefferson Street, Highway 183, South Esplanade Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 162.5 miles from Goliad, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $49.11 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 straightforward 5h 20m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Goliad, TX to Arlington, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Goliad, TX to Arlington, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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. 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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