Origin
Littlefield, TX
Afternoon in Littlefield on Sunday
Local time
4:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Littlefield, TX to Dallas, TX
Drive Time
6h 41m
Distance
382.2 mi
615 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$58
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 29m
★
6 AM
6h 41m
8 AM
7h 5m
10 AM
6h 50m
12 PM
6h 47m
3 PM
6h 51m
5 PM
7h 4m
8 PM
6h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Littlefield, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
Spanning 376.6 miles across the Great Plains, your journey from Littlefield to Dallas is a significant trek that takes approximately 5 hours and 56 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straightforward interstate sprint, it functions best as a dedicated one-day trip. You should budget about $56 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Navigating through local arteries like Delano Avenue, Avenue Q, and Slaton Road requires your full attention compared to a standard highway haul. Whether you are heading to the city for business or a visit, knowing the road type helps you set realistic expectations for your travel time.
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
191.1 miles from Littlefield, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a unique experience behind the wheel, as this route features a 0% highway share, placing you entirely on local roads. The path is notably turn-heavy, requiring you to stay alert while navigating segments like Slaton Road and Avenue Q. With the longest uninterrupted stretch being 0 miles on Delano Avenue, you will find that this drive demands frequent adjustments rather than long periods of cruise control. The personality of this trip is defined by its local character, offering a stark contrast to the monotonous, fast-paced nature of typical interstate travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 84 is the longest continuous segment at about 216.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and US Highway 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 152.3 miles in near US 84.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 382.2 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 152.3 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 335.3 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 380.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
152.3 mi into trip
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~2h 39m in
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US 84
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84 toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
8
335.3 mi into trip
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~5h 45m in
|
I 30 / West Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30 / West Freeway toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 421
Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
7
380.6 mi into trip
|
~6h 38m in
Take the exit toward I 35E North: Denton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 45A
Toward I 35E North: Denton
9
380.8 mi into trip
|
~6h 38m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35E North: Denton, Commerce Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35E North: Denton, Commerce Street
8
381.7 mi into trip
|
~6h 39m in
Take the exit toward Continental Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 429A
Toward Continental Avenue
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 84 | 216.6 mi | 3h 40m |
| US Highway 84 | 73.9 mi | 1h 14m |
| Tom Landry Freeway | 30 mi | 35m |
| East Highway 84 | 26.9 mi | 26m |
| West Freeway | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| Slaton Road | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway | 4.5 mi | 4m |
| Avenue Q | 4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
US 84
— 216.6 mi, about 3h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Littlefield, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on FM 54
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
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East Waylon Jennings Boulevard
2
Turn slight right onto Loop 430
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Delano Avenue
Use the right lane.
3
Turn left onto US 84
34 mi
·
35 min
·
US 84
4
Merge onto US 84
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Avenue Q
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 84
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Slaton Road
6
Continue on US 84
6.9 mi
·
6 min
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East Highway 84
7
Continue on US 84
4.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
8
Continue on US 84
20 mi
·
20 min
·
East Highway 84
9
Continue on US 84
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North US Highway 84
10
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
East 15th Street
11
Turn right onto TX 207
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Ralls Road
12
Turn straight onto TX 207
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Avenue F
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 84
74 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
US Highway 84
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
183 mi
·
3 hr 5 min
·
US 84
Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30
15 mi
·
17 min
·
West Freeway
Exit 421
Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 30
30 mi
·
35 min
·
Tom Landry Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 45A
Toward I 35E North: Denton
Use the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward I 35E North: Denton, Commerce Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 35E North: Denton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Merge onto I 35E
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Stemmons Freeway
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 429A
Toward Continental Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
22
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Continental Avenue
Use the right lane.
23
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lamar Street
24
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Given the 5 hour and 56 minute duration, aim for an early departure to navigate the local roads during daylight hours. Since the route involves heavy turning and no highway stretches, plan for at least one substantial stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Keep your fuel budget of $56 in mind, and consider topping off your tank before departing Littlefield to ensure you have plenty of range for the local segments. Because you aren't tied to a high-speed interstate, use the flexibility of this route to pace yourself through the various towns along the way. Your best strategy is to stay attentive to navigation, as the constant turns mean you will need to watch your GPS closely throughout the entire 376.6-mile trip.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 191.1 miles from Littlefield, TX, or about 3h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 216.6 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 84 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 191.1 miles or 3h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 31m
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 Littlefield, 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 Littlefield, TX
This is one driving day of about 382.2 miles and 6h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 84 miles from Littlefield, 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 US 84 for about 216.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 191.1 mi from Littlefield, TX · 3h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
191 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 84 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 191.1 miles from Littlefield, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 84 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 216.6 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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$58.38 one way
$116.77 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
134 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $63.98 | $127.96 |
| premium | $4.59 | $69.08 | $138.16 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $84.91 | $169.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$58
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 133.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 114.7 | 1 | $40.13 | $18.35 |
| Efficient EV | 95.6 | 1 | $33.44 | $15.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 152.9 | 1 | $53.51 | $24.46 |
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.
Destination
Dallas, TX
Afternoon in Dallas on Sunday
Local time
4:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
55°F
Sweetwater, TX
191 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
14 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
6h 41m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Littlefield, TX to Dallas, TX covers 382.2 miles and takes about 6h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 84, US Highway 84, Tom Landry Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 191.1 miles from Littlefield, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $58.38 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 14 significant decision points across 382.2 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 152.3 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 335.3 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 380.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Littlefield, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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