Origin
Mansfield, TX
Evening in Mansfield on Sunday
Local time
5:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mansfield, TX to Arlington, TX
Drive Time
27m
Distance
20.1 mi
32 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mansfield, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Arlington, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transit between Mansfield and Arlington, Texas, this 20.1-mile journey is a straightforward commute across the Great Plains. You can easily complete the trip in about 27 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. Budgeting around $3 for fuel should cover your needs for this short distance. Since the route requires no overnight stays, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule. Navigating through local streets rather than major interstates keeps the pace steady and manageable for any driver. This is a practical, no-nonsense connection that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
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
10.1 miles from Mansfield, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than settling into a monotonous interstate cruise. You will traverse local corridors, primarily utilizing East Broad Street, North Main Street, and Highway 157 North to complete the trek. Because the highway share for this route is 0%, you won't encounter high-speed stretches, instead focusing on navigating the local infrastructure. The longest stretch you will experience is 0 miles on East Broad Street, meaning you should anticipate frequent turns and transitions between roads. It is a functional, suburban-style drive that requires your full attention on the local road network.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Broad Street 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 Mansfield, TX to Arlington, TX is easy. At 27m 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 Mansfield, TX to Arlington, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Broad Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 157 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Cooper Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Pioneer Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Center Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Mesquite Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Abram Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East Broad Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mansfield, TX and Arlington, TX.
1
Start on East Broad Street
180 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Broad Street
2
Continue on East Broad Street
335 ft
·
17 sec
·
East Broad Street
3
Turn right onto North Main Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
4
Continue on Highway 157 North
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Highway 157 North
5
Continue on South Cooper Street
5.4 mi
·
9 min
·
South Cooper Street
6
Keep slight right to continue on South Cooper Street
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South Cooper Street
7
Turn right onto West Pioneer Parkway
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
West Pioneer Parkway
8
Turn left onto South Center Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Center Street
9
Continue on South Mesquite Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Mesquite Street
10
Turn left onto East Abram Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
East Abram Street
11
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 27-minute trip, you have the advantage of total scheduling flexibility, though avoiding peak local traffic hours is always a smart move. Because there are no mandatory stops required for a drive of this length, you can easily handle the 20.1 miles in one go without needing to refuel or rest. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between East Broad Street and North Main Street, as the turn-heavy nature of the route requires steady focus. If you are traveling during high-traffic times, factor in a few extra minutes for potential delays at intersections. Pack your essentials before you leave, as the lack of stops means you will be moving through the route continuously until you reach your destination.
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 10.1 miles from Mansfield, TX, or about 13m 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 20.1 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.1 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
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 Mansfield, 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 Mansfield, TX
This is one driving day of about 20.1 miles and 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mansfield, 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 10.1 mi from Mansfield, TX · 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 20.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.1 miles from Mansfield, 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
$3.07 one way
$6.14 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $3.36 | $6.73 |
| premium | $4.59 | $3.63 | $7.27 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.47 | $8.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6 | 0 | $2.11 | $0.96 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.76 | $0.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8 | 0 | $2.81 | $1.29 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Evening in Arlington on Sunday
Local time
5:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°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
1 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
27m 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 Mansfield, TX to Arlington, TX covers 20.1 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Broad Street, North Main Street, Highway 157 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.1 miles from Mansfield, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.07 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 Mansfield, TX to Arlington, TX is easy. At 27m 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 Mansfield, TX to Arlington, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Mansfield, TX to Arlington, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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