Origin
Greenville, TX
Late night in Greenville on Saturday
Local time
4:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenville, TX to Arlington, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
71 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenville, TX
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Arlington, TX
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Trip Overview
Greenville, TX to Arlington, TX is 71 miles and takes about 1 hour 23 minutes via Martin Luther King Jr Freeway and Tom Landry Freeway, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Great Plains region, taking you from one Texas locale to another. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey, making it a convenient option for a quick transfer or a day trip. Consider this route if you're looking for efficiency and minimal fuss between these two North Texas cities.
About the Cities
Starting in Greenville, TX
Full guide →Greenville is a city of 28,164 (2020) in the Blackland Prairie region of Texas.
Arriving in Arlington, TX
Full guide →Arlington is a city in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex metropolitan area, in the Prairies and Lakes region of Texas. With a population of almost 400,000 (2019), it is Texas' seventh largest, and the third largest in the Metroplex. Arlington is south of the sprawling DFW International Airport.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 71 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a heavily highway-focused drive, with 93% of the route utilizing major freeways. You'll spend most of your time on the Martin Luther King Jr Freeway and the Tom Landry Freeway, experiencing a consistent, high-speed environment. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 49 miles on the Martin Luther King Jr Freeway, offering a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. Expect a smooth, predictable driving experience with minimal deviations from the main thoroughfares.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Martin Luther King Jr Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 49 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Martin Luther King Jr Freeway and Tom Landry Freeway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Pickett Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 23m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Pickett Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (King Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Spur 302 / Washington Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Pickett Street
Turn right onto Pickett Street
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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King Street
Turn right onto King Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Spur 302 / Washington Street
Turn right onto Spur 302 / Washington Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 30; US 67 / Martin Luther King Jr Freeway
Merge onto I 30; US 67 / Martin Luther King Jr Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
68.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward FM 157: Collins Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 28B
Toward FM 157: Collins Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Martin Luther King Jr Freeway | 49 mi | 53m |
| Tom Landry Freeway | 16.9 mi | 19m |
| North Center Street | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Moulton Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Stonewall Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Park Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Wet N Wild Way | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Washington Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Martin Luther King Jr Freeway
— 49 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenville, TX and Arlington, TX.
1
Start on this road
29 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Pickett Street
45 ft
·
4 sec
·
Pickett Street
3
Turn right onto King Street
271 ft
·
9 sec
·
King Street
4
Turn right onto Spur 302
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Washington Street
5
Turn right onto US 69 Bus; TX 34
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Stonewall Street
6
Turn left onto US 69 Bus
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
Park Street
7
Turn right onto US 69 Bus
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Moulton Street
8
Turn right onto I-30 Frontage Road
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
I-30 Frontage Road
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
10
Merge onto I 30; US 67
49 mi
·
53 min
·
Martin Luther King Jr Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 30
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Tom Landry Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 28B
Toward FM 157: Collins Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto Wet N Wild Way
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
Wet N Wild Way
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto North Center Street
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
North Center Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Turn right onto West Abram Street
297 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Abram Street
16
Arrive at destination
West Abram Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.5 mi from Greenville, TX · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.5 miles from Greenville, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.73 one way
$21.46 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $11.74 | $23.49 |
| premium | $4.54 | $12.68 | $25.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.68 | $31.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.46 | $3.41 |
| Efficient EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.21 | $2.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.94 | $4.54 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Arlington, TX
Late night in Arlington on Saturday
Local time
4:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Mesquite, TX
36 mi in
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
28 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
1h 23m 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 Greenville, TX to Arlington, TX covers 71 miles and takes about 1h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Martin Luther King Jr Freeway, Tom Landry Freeway, North Center Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.5 miles from Greenville, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.73 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 straightforward 1h 23m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Pickett Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (King Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Spur 302 / Washington Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Greenville, TX to Arlington, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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