Origin
Longview, TX
Afternoon in Longview on Sunday
Local time
4:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Longview, TX to Arlington, TX
Drive Time
2h 16m
Distance
149.5 mi
241 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 7m
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6 AM
2h 16m
8 AM
2h 35m
10 AM
2h 23m
12 PM
2h 21m
3 PM
2h 24m
5 PM
2h 34m
8 PM
2h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Longview, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Arlington, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
Traveling from Longview to Arlington covers approximately 149.5 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 16 minutes behind the wheel. Because this is a relatively short trip within the Great Plains region of Texas, you can easily complete the journey in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via North Spur 63, I-20 West, and through the Dallas area. With an estimated fuel cost of $22, this is a budget-friendly route for those needing to move between these two East Texas hubs. Whether you are heading to Arlington for business or leisure, the straightforward nature of the drive makes it a practical choice for a morning or afternoon departure.
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
74.7 miles from Longview, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you transition from Longview toward the Dallas-Arlington metro area. While you will utilize I-20 West for a significant portion of the mileage, the route maintains a local feel rather than a high-speed interstate grind. There is no specific long-distance stretch of highway, as the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on North Spur 63. You should anticipate a mix of navigation through local infrastructure and major thoroughfares. Staying alert is essential, as the route requires constant attention to changing road configurations as you move toward your destination.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Spur 63 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Longview, TX to Arlington, TX is easy. At 2h 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Longview, TX to Arlington, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Spur 63 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 20 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dallas | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East R L Thornton Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Tom Landry Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| FM 157 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wet N Wild Way | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Center Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Spur 63
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Longview, TX and Arlington, TX.
1
Start on West Marshall Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Marshall Avenue
2
Turn left onto North Spur 63
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
North Spur 63
3
Take the exit straight toward I 20 West: Dallas
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
I 20 West: Dallas
4
Merge slight left
90 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
5
Keep slight right to continue on Dallas
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Dallas
6
Continue straight
19 mi
·
20 min
7
Merge slight left onto East R L Thornton Freeway
7.6 mi
·
9 min
·
East R L Thornton Freeway
8
Continue on Tom Landry Freeway
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Tom Landry Freeway
9
Take the exit slight right toward FM 157: Collins Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
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FM 157: Collins Street
10
Turn straight onto Wet N Wild Way
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
Wet N Wild Way
11
Turn left onto North Center Street
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
North Center Street
12
Turn right onto West Abram Street
295 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Abram Street
13
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 2-hour and 16-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic in the Dallas area is always a smart strategy. You will spend about $22 on gas, so consider fueling up in Longview before you head out to ensure you have a full tank for the trek. Because there are no scheduled stops required for this 149.5-mile distance, you can tailor the pace to suit your personal comfort. Keep a close watch on your GPS when navigating the transition onto I-20 West, as the route involves several turns. Making this a single-day trip allows you the freedom to reach Arlington without the stress of managing multiple travel segments.
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 74.7 miles from Longview, TX, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.7 miles or 1h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 51m
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 Longview, 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 Longview, TX
This is one driving day of about 149.5 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Longview, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.7 mi from Longview, TX · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.7 miles from Longview, 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
$22.84 one way
$45.67 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $25.03 | $50.05 |
| premium | $4.59 | $27.02 | $54.04 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $33.21 | $66.43 |
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: 52.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.9 | 0 | $15.70 | $7.18 |
| Efficient EV | 37.4 | 0 | $13.08 | $5.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.8 | 0 | $20.93 | $9.57 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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
Afternoon in Arlington on Sunday
Local time
4:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Mesquite, TX
75 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
15 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
2h 16m 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 Longview, TX to Arlington, TX covers 149.5 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Spur 63, I 20 West, Dallas. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74.7 miles from Longview, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.84 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.
The drive from Longview, TX to Arlington, TX is easy. At 2h 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Longview, TX to Arlington, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Longview, TX to Arlington, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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