Origin
Jourdanton, TX
Evening in Jourdanton on Thursday
Local time
6:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jourdanton, TX to Dallas, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 33m
Distance
323.9 mi
521 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 20m
★
6 AM
5h 34m
8 AM
6h 0m
10 AM
5h 43m
12 PM
5h 40m
3 PM
5h 44m
5 PM
5h 59m
8 PM
5h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jourdanton, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Dallas, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Traveling from Jourdanton to Dallas covers a 324.7-mile stretch that typically requires 5 hours of driving time. Since both cities are located within the Great Plains region of Texas, you will experience a consistent landscape throughout your journey. This route is perfectly manageable as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. Budgeting approximately $48 for fuel is a smart way to prepare for the trip's costs. Given the duration, you can comfortably complete the drive in one go, provided you are prepared for a steady pace on the road.
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
161.9 miles from Jourdanton, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 45m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 33m. Total distance: 323.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind for this 324.7-mile excursion. Because the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for a route defined by local roads that require your full attention behind the wheel. The journey demands a more active driving style compared to high-speed turnpikes, as you navigate the winding nature of the path. Without long, uninterrupted highway stretches, the road keeps you engaged as you transition between rural Texas locales. You will find that the personality of this drive is dictated by its technical, local road focus.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Purple Heart Trail is the longest continuous segment at about 97.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 32.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 323.9 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 32.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.3 miles (TX 130): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
32.7 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward I 410, TX 130, US 281 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 133
Toward I 410, TX 130, US 281 South
8
32.9 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 410 North, TX 130 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 410 North, TX 130 North
8
40.3 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
TX 130
Take the exit onto TX 130 toward I 10, US 90, TX 130: San Antonio, Houston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 33
Toward I 10, US 90, TX 130: San Antonio, Housto...
8
73.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward TX 130 Toll North: Austin, Waco
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 614
Toward TX 130 Toll North: Austin, Waco
7
160.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 43m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35 North: Waco
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35 North: Waco
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Jourdanton, TX and Dallas, TX, road signs point toward Houston, Seguin, Austin and Waco.
Houston
40.3 mi in
|
~47m
|
via TX 130
Seguin
40.4 mi in
|
~47m
|
via TX 130
Austin
62.7 mi in
|
~1h 11m
|
via I 10; TX 130
Waco
62.7 mi in
|
~1h 11m
|
via I 10; TX 130
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Purple Heart Trail | 97.7 mi | 1h 39m |
| Pickle Parkway | 86 mi | 1h 19m |
| I 35E | 58.1 mi | 1h |
| I 37 | 23.2 mi | 23m |
| 90th Infantry Division Highway | 21.7 mi | 22m |
| I 10 | 10.9 mi | 10m |
| Connally Loop | 7 mi | 7m |
| South Jack Kultgen Expressway | 6.6 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
Purple Heart Trail
— 97.7 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jourdanton, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on TX 16
94 ft
·
5 sec
·
Zanderson Avenue
2
Turn right onto TX 97
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Oak Street
3
Turn left onto US 281; TX 97
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
South Main Street
4
Continue on US 281; TX 97
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Street
5
Turn right onto TX 97
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
East State Highway 97
6
Turn left onto I-37 Frontage Road
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
I-37 Frontage Road
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 37 North
8
Merge onto I 37
23 mi
·
23 min
·
I 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 133
Toward I 410, TX 130, US 281 South
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 410 North, TX 130 North
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 410; TX 130
7.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Connally Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto TX 130
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
TX 130
Exit 33
Toward I 10, US 90, TX 130: San Antonio, Houston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 130
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
TX 130
Toward I 10 East, US 90 East, TX 130 North: Houston, Seguin
14
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 130
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
TX 130
Toward I 10 East, US 90 East
15
Merge onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
22 mi
·
22 min
·
90th Infantry Division Highway
Use the slight right lane.
16
Continue on I 10; TX 130
11 mi
·
10 min
·
I 10; TX 130
Toward I 10 East: Houston, Austin, Waco
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 614
Toward TX 130 Toll North: Austin, Waco
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on TX 130 Toll
86 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
Pickle Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 35 North: Waco
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
20
Merge onto I 35
65 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on I 35
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
South Jack Kultgen Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on I 35; US 77
33 mi
·
33 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E
58 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 35E
Toward I 35E: Dallas
Use the slight right lane.
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 429A
Toward Continental Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
25
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Continental Avenue
Use the right lane.
26
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lamar Street
27
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 5-hour journey, plan your departure to avoid peak local traffic, which can easily add time to your trip on these non-highway roads. Since you aren't on a major interstate, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge throughout the 324.7-mile trek to ensure you don't run low between smaller towns. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so feel free to adjust your pace if the turn-heavy nature of the route feels tiring. Setting aside the $48 fuel budget in advance will keep your planning stress-free. A concrete tip for this specific drive is to keep your navigation apps updated, as local road routes can sometimes involve unexpected turns that are harder to spot than standard highway exits.
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 161.9 miles from Jourdanton, TX, or about 2h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.7 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 71 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 161.9 miles or 2h 45m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dallas, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Jourdanton, 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 Jourdanton, TX
This is one driving day of about 323.9 miles and 5h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Jourdanton, 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 Purple Heart Trail for about 97.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 161.9 mi from Jourdanton, TX · 2h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
162 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 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 161.9 miles from Jourdanton, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Purple Heart Trail if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97.7 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
$48.94 one way
$97.88 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
113 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $53.57 | $107.14 |
| premium | $4.54 | $57.83 | $115.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $71.51 | $143.03 |
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: 113.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 97.2 | 1 | $34.01 | $15.55 |
| Efficient EV | 81 | 0 | $28.34 | $12.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 129.6 | 1 | $45.35 | $20.73 |
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 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
Dallas, TX
Evening in Dallas on Thursday
Local time
6:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 10 to 15 mph
9% chance
Live forecast
60°F
Belton, TX
162 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
5 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
5h 33m 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 Jourdanton, TX to Dallas, TX covers 323.9 miles and takes about 5h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Purple Heart Trail, Pickle Parkway, I 35E. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 161.9 miles from Jourdanton, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.94 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 20 significant decision points across 323.9 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 32.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.3 miles (TX 130): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Jourdanton, TX and Dallas, TX, road signs point toward Houston, Seguin, Austin and Waco.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Dallas, TX
More trips to Dallas, TX
Explore more options from Jourdanton, TX or browse trips ending in Dallas, TX.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse TX road trips.
Explore maps for Jourdanton, TX or Dallas, TX on MapSof.net.