Origin
Lewisville, TX
Afternoon in Lewisville on Sunday
Local time
3:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lewisville, TX to Dallas, TX
Drive Time
29m
Distance
23.2 mi
37 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
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6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lewisville, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling the 24.6 miles from Lewisville to Dallas is a quick, straightforward journey that typically takes about 30 minutes. Since both cities are located within the Great Plains region of Texas, you will experience consistent terrain throughout the trip. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. With a fuel budget of approximately $4, it remains a very affordable commute or day trip. Whether you are heading into the city for business or leisure, the drive is brief enough to be highly flexible for your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
11.6 miles from Lewisville, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route relies on a mix of South Mill Street, Highway 121, and South Stemmons Freeway. Because the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for more frequent stops and transitions between local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on South Mill Street, indicating a route that requires your full attention at intersections. Navigating these segments keeps the drive engaging, as you transition from the local atmosphere of Lewisville into the busier roads leading toward Dallas. You will find that the road's personality is defined by its urban connectivity rather than high-speed highway stretches.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Stemmons Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 12.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South Stemmons Freeway and North Stemmons Freeway. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near TX 121 Bus / East State Highway 121.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 23.2 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (TX 121 Bus / East State Highway 121): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (South Stemmons Freeway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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TX 121 Bus / East State Highway 121
Turn right onto TX 121 Bus / East State Highway 121
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
1.2 mi into trip
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~2m in
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South Stemmons Freeway
Turn left onto South Stemmons Freeway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 35E South, US 77 South
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 35E South, US 77 South
6
14.2 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 35E / North Stemmons Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35E / North Stemmons Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
22.5 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward Continental Avenue, Commerce Street West
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 429B
Toward Continental Avenue, Commerce Street West
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Stemmons Freeway | 12.9 mi | 14m |
| North Stemmons Freeway | 8.4 mi | 10m |
| South Mill Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Continental Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East State Highway 121 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Lamar Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Stemmons Freeway
— 12.9 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lewisville, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on South Mill Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Mill Street
2
Continue on South Mill Street
200 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Mill Street
3
Turn right onto TX 121 Bus
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
East State Highway 121
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto South Stemmons Freeway
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
South Stemmons Freeway
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 35E South, US 77 South
6
Merge onto I 35E
13 mi
·
14 min
·
South Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35E
8.3 mi
·
10 min
·
North Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 429B
Toward Continental Avenue, Commerce Street West
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto North Stemmons Freeway
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Stemmons Freeway
10
Turn left onto Continental Avenue
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Continental Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lamar Street
12
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 30-minute duration, you have the advantage of total flexibility when planning your departure time. You won't need to worry about pacing stops, as the trip is short enough to drive straight through without a break. Keep in mind that since you are navigating local roads, traffic patterns on South Mill Street and South Stemmons Freeway can shift quickly, so checking current conditions before you leave is a smart move. Because the entire trip costs around $4 in fuel, you can easily budget for this drive without much advance planning. Make sure to stay alert for the frequent turns required to navigate this specific route effectively.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 11.6 miles from Lewisville, TX, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.9 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 23.2 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.6 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dallas, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lewisville, 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 Lewisville, TX
This is one driving day of about 23.2 miles and 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lewisville, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on South Stemmons Freeway for about 12.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.6 mi from Lewisville, TX · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 23.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.6 miles from Lewisville, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$3.54 one way
$7.09 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $3.88 | $7.77 |
| premium | $4.59 | $4.19 | $8.39 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.15 | $10.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7 | 0 | $2.44 | $1.11 |
| Efficient EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.03 | $0.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.25 | $1.48 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Dallas, TX
Afternoon in Dallas on Sunday
Local time
3:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
4 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
29m 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 Lewisville, TX to Dallas, TX covers 23.2 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Stemmons Freeway, North Stemmons Freeway, South Mill 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 11.6 miles from Lewisville, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.54 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 23.2 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (TX 121 Bus / East State Highway 121): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (South Stemmons Freeway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Lewisville, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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