Drive Time
5h 42m
Distance
383.9 mi
618 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$57
one way
Photo: Jeff Stapleton
The drive from Kermit, TX to Arlington, TX covers 383.9 miles and takes about 5h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Austin Street, South Poplar Street, East Jim Sharp Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $57.12 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
192 miles from Kermit, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 51m into the drive .
Expect a 5h 42m drive with frequent turns across 383.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Austin Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Poplar Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Jim Sharp Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 302 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Kermit Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West 42nd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Loop 338 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ray C | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Kermit, TX and Arlington, TX.
Start on the route
Turn left onto East Austin Street
Turn left onto South Poplar Street
Turn left onto East Jim Sharp Boulevard
Continue on East State Highway 302
Continue on Kermit Highway
Turn left onto West 42nd Street
Take the exit slight right toward Loop 338
Keep slight right
Merge slight left onto Ray C. Stoker, Jr. Memorial Highway
Continue on Northeast Loop 338
Turn left onto East Interstate 20
Take the ramp slight left toward I 20 East: Midland
Merge slight left
Keep slight left to continue on West Freeway
Continue on Tom Landry Freeway
Take the exit slight right toward Lamar Boulevard, Cooper Street
Turn right onto North Cooper Street
Turn left onto West Randol Mill Road
Turn right onto North Center Street
Turn right onto West Abram Street
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 84 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 192 miles or 2h 51m 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arlington, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Kermit, 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 Kermit, TX
This is one driving day of about 383.9 miles and 5h 42m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 192 mi from Kermit, TX · 2h 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
192 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 84 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 192 miles from Kermit, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$57.12 one way
$114.23 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $64.27 | $128.53 |
| premium | $4.59 | $69.39 | $138.78 |
| diesel | $3.99 | $60.35 | $120.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$57
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$82–$107
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 134.3 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 115.2 | 1 | $40.31 | $18.43 |
| Efficient EV | 96 | 1 | $33.59 | $15.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 153.6 | 1 | $53.75 | $24.57 |
Gas CO2
134 kg
EV CO2
45 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Kermit on Saturday
Local time
10:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Arlington on Saturday
Local time
10:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
55°F
Sweetwater, TX
192 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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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