Origin
Lake Brownwood, TX
Late night in Lake Brownwood on Saturday
Local time
12:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Lake Brownwood, 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
3h 13m
Distance
151.9 mi
244 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 2m
★
6 AM
3h 14m
8 AM
3h 37m
10 AM
3h 22m
12 PM
3h 20m
3 PM
3h 23m
5 PM
3h 36m
8 PM
3h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lake Brownwood, TX
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Arlington, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Lake Brownwood to Arlington covers 173.5 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 51 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $27 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly way to navigate between these two Great Plains locations. Since the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, you should prepare for a more hands-on driving experience. It is a straightforward trip that moves you efficiently across the region without the need for complex planning or multi-day pacing.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
76 miles from Lake Brownwood, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .
About the Cities
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 3h 13m. Total distance: 151.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
Expect a departure from the typical interstate experience, as this route features zero highway miles. Instead, you will navigate via Spillway Road, FM 2125, and Cottonwood Street, which gives the journey a distinct local feel. Because the profile is defined as a turn-heavy drive, you will need to stay alert and engaged with the road ahead rather than settling into a cruise-control rhythm. The lack of high-speed highway stretches means your pace will be dictated by the local road network throughout the entire 173.5-mile distance. While the drive is relatively short, its technical nature ensures you remain focused on the winding path between Lake Brownwood and Arlington.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North US Highway 377 is the longest continuous segment at about 42.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on North US Highway 377 and US Highway 67/377 East. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7 miles in near TX 279 / Belle Plain Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 151.9 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 7 miles (TX 279 / Belle Plain Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 67.3 miles (US 67; US 377 / West South Loop): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 127.5 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
7 mi into trip
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~17m in
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TX 279 / Belle Plain Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto TX 279 / Belle Plain Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
67.3 mi into trip
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~1h 27m in
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US 67; US 377 / West South Loop
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 377 / West South Loop
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
127.5 mi into trip
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~2h 42m in
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I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
146.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 2m in
Take the exit toward FM 157 South: UT Arlington, Mansfield
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 449A
Toward FM 157 South: UT Arlington, Mansfield
6
147.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 5m in
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FM 157 / South Cooper Street
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 157 / South Cooper Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North US Highway 377 | 42.4 mi | 51m |
| US Highway 67/377 East | 19 mi | 21m |
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway | 18.7 mi | 20m |
| South US Highway 377 | 18.6 mi | 21m |
| US Highway 67 | 15.4 mi | 17m |
| FM 2125 | 6.2 mi | 14m |
| Dublin Bypass | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| Early Boulevard | 4.5 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
North US Highway 377
— 42.4 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Brownwood, TX and Arlington, TX.
1
Start on Kirkland Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Kirkland Drive
2
At end of road, turn right onto Spillway Road
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Spillway Road
3
Turn left onto FM 2125
6.2 mi
·
14 min
·
FM 2125
4
Continue on FM 2125
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Cottonwood Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto TX 279
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Belle Plain Avenue
6
Turn left onto US 67; US 84
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Commerce Street
7
Continue on US 67; US 84; US 377
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Early Boulevard
8
Continue on US 67; US 377
19 mi
·
21 min
·
US Highway 67/377 East
9
Continue on US 67; US 377
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
West Central Avenue
10
Continue on US 67; US 377
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US Highway 67
11
Continue on US 67; US 377
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest US Highway 377
12
Continue on US 67; US 377
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Dublin Bypass
13
Continue on US 67; US 377
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
South US Highway 377
14
Turn straight onto US 67; US 377
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 377
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
West South Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on US 377
42 mi
·
51 min
·
North US Highway 377
17
Continue on US 377
11 mi
·
13 min
·
South US Highway 377
18
Continue on US 377
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Benbrook Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn right onto Southwest Loop 820
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Southwest Loop 820
20
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 20 East
21
Merge onto I 20
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork onto I 20
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Toward I 20 East: Dallas
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 449A
Toward FM 157 South: UT Arlington, Mansfield
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on West Interstate 20
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Interstate 20
25
Turn left onto FM 157
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Cooper Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
26
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 157
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South Cooper Street
Use the left lane.
27
Turn right onto Spur 303
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Pioneer Parkway
Use the right lane.
28
Turn left onto South Center Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Center Street
Use the left lane.
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 destination
West Abram Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a sub-three-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though starting early helps you avoid potential congestion on local roads. With only one recommended stop, you can easily manage the trip in a single session without needing to worry about long-term fatigue. Keep your fuel budget of $27 in mind, and consider topping off your tank before you leave Lake Brownwood to ensure you have enough range for the non-highway terrain. One specific tip for this route is to account for the extra time required by the turn-heavy nature of the roads; don't let the 173.5-mile distance fool you into expecting high-speed highway speeds. Staying patient with the local road transitions will make your arrival in Arlington much smoother.
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 76 miles from Lake Brownwood, TX, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.4 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 33 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76 miles or 1h 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 37m
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 Lake Brownwood, 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 Lake Brownwood, TX
This is one driving day of about 151.9 miles and 3h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Lake Brownwood, 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 North US Highway 377 for about 42.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76 mi from Lake Brownwood, TX · 1h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 76 miles from Lake Brownwood, 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
$22.95 one way
$45.90 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $25.12 | $50.25 |
| premium | $4.54 | $27.12 | $54.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.54 | $67.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.6 | 0 | $15.95 | $7.29 |
| Efficient EV | 38 | 0 | $13.29 | $6.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.8 | 0 | $21.27 | $9.72 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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
12:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Sunny
S 10 mph
4% chance
Live forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 16 at 12:44PM CDT until April 16 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 16 at 12:44PM CDT until April 17 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
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
31 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
3h 13m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Lake Brownwood, TX to Arlington, TX covers 151.9 miles and takes about 3h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North US Highway 377, US Highway 67/377 East, Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 76 miles from Lake Brownwood, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.95 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 151.9 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 7 miles (TX 279 / Belle Plain Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 67.3 miles (US 67; US 377 / West South Loop): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 127.5 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lake Brownwood, 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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