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 Dallas, TX
Drive Time
2h 16m
Distance
128.1 mi
206 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 7m
★
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 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Longview, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Longview to Dallas covers a straightforward 130.7-mile distance that typically takes about 1 hour and 56 minutes. You will primarily navigate via North Spur 63 and I-20 West, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With an estimated fuel cost of $19, the journey is budget-friendly and efficient for those moving between these two Great Plains locations. Since the entire route stays within Texas, you won't deal with regional transitions or major time zone changes. It is a practical, direct connection that gets you from East Texas into the heart of Dallas without unnecessary complications.
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
64.1 miles from Longview, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind for the duration of this trip. While the route utilizes I-20 West, the design feels more focused on local navigation than long-haul highway cruising, resulting in a 0% highway share as defined by the data. You will not find any exceptionally long uninterrupted stretches, as the longest segment is 0 miles on North Spur 63. This means you should stay alert behind the wheel, as the road requires consistent attention to turns and transitions. The character of the drive is functional and grounded, prioritizing steady movement through the Texas landscape.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 20 is the longest continuous segment at about 89.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and US 80. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 96.9 miles in near Spur 557.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 128.1 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 96.9 miles (Spur 557): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
96.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m in
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Spur 557
Keep slight right at fork onto Spur 557 toward Dallas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 499A
Toward Dallas
8
126.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m in
Take the exit toward I 45 South, US 75 North: Houston, McKinney
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 47B
Toward I 45 South, US 75 North: Houston, McKinn...
7
126.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 75 North: McKinney
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 75 North: McKinney
8
126.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Main Street West, Elm Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Main Street West, Elm Street
8
126.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Elm Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Elm Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 89.7 mi | 1h 29m |
| US 80 | 18.9 mi | 20m |
| North Spur 63 | 6.2 mi | 7m |
| East R L Thornton Freeway | 6 mi | 7m |
| Spur 557 | 4.4 mi | 4m |
| Elm Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Marshall Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Lamar Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 89.7 mi, about 1h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Longview, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on US 80
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Marshall Avenue
2
Turn left onto TX 31; Spur 63
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
North Spur 63
Use the left lane.
3
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 20 West: Dallas
4
Merge onto I 20
90 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
·
I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto Spur 557
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Spur 557
Exit 499A
Toward Dallas
Use the slight right lane.
6
Continue on US 80
19 mi
·
20 min
·
US 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 30; US 67
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
East R L Thornton Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 47B
Toward I 45 South, US 75 North: Houston, McKinney
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward US 75 North: McKinney
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Main Street West, Elm Street
Use the slight left lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward Elm Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Turn straight onto Elm Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto North Lamar Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Lamar Street
14
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Because this drive is under two hours, you have significant flexibility with your departure schedule to avoid peak traffic entering Dallas. You can easily complete the 130.7-mile trek in a single session, so planning for zero stops is entirely feasible if you fuel up before departing Longview. Keep that $19 fuel budget in mind when planning your total trip expenses for the day. Since the route involves many turns, using a reliable GPS is your best strategy to navigate the transition from North Spur 63 to I-20 West smoothly. Embrace the convenience of this short route by keeping your itinerary light and open.
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 64.1 miles from Longview, TX, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.7 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 80 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.1 miles or 1h 6m 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 48m
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 Longview, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 128.1 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.
The longest stretch is on I 20 for about 89.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.1 mi from Longview, TX · 1h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 64.1 miles from Longview, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 20 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 89.7 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.57 one way
$39.14 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $21.44 | $42.89 |
| premium | $4.59 | $23.15 | $46.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $28.46 | $56.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.4 | 0 | $13.45 | $6.15 |
| Efficient EV | 32 | 0 | $11.21 | $5.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.2 | 0 | $17.93 | $8.20 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Dallas, TX
Afternoon in Dallas on Sunday
Local time
4:54 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
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 Dallas, TX covers 128.1 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 I 20, US 80, North Spur 63. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.1 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 $19.57 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 is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 128.1 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 96.9 miles (Spur 557): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Longview, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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