Origin
McCamey, TX
Afternoon in McCamey on Sunday
Local time
3:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McCamey, TX to Dallas, TX
Drive Time
7h
Distance
403.1 mi
649 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$62
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 49m
★
6 AM
7h 0m
8 AM
7h 23m
10 AM
7h 8m
12 PM
7h 6m
3 PM
7h 9m
5 PM
7h 22m
8 PM
6h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McCamey, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Dallas, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Traveling from McCamey to Dallas covers 403.6 miles across the Texas Great Plains. You should plan for about 6 hours and 18 minutes of actual drive time, making this a manageable but long day trip for most drivers. Because the route relies on local roads like East 3rd Street, the Trooper Sammy Long Memorial Highway, and Main Street rather than high-speed interstates, you won't be dealing with traditional highway cruising. Budgeting approximately $60 for fuel is a smart way to prepare for the journey. Since the entire trip takes place within the Great Plains region of Texas, the landscape remains consistent throughout your travel. While you can complete the trek in a single day, be prepared for a focused drive given the turn-heavy nature of the route.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
201.5 miles from McCamey, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a standard interstate slog, this route features zero highway miles, meaning you will navigate through town centers and local corridors rather than wide-open lanes. The personality of this trip is defined by its frequent transitions and local road navigation rather than high-speed segments. You won't find long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the road layout encourages a slower, more deliberate pace. Getting behind the wheel requires an adjustment to constant turns and local traffic patterns as you move toward Dallas.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 284.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and Main Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 356.2 miles in near I 30 / West Freeway.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 403.1 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 356.2 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 401.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 401.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
356.2 mi into trip
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~6h 4m in
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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 none lane.
Exit 421
Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
7
401.5 mi into trip
|
~6h 56m 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
401.6 mi into trip
|
~6h 57m 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 none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35E North: Denton, Commerce Street
7
401.8 mi into trip
|
~6h 57m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35E North: Denton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35E North: Denton
8
402.5 mi into trip
|
~6h 58m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 284.5 mi | 4h 47m |
| Main Street | 42.1 mi | 43m |
| Tom Landry Freeway | 30 mi | 35m |
| Trooper Sammy Long Memorial HIghway | 17.7 mi | 20m |
| West Freeway | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| South State Highway 349 | 10.2 mi | 10m |
| East 3rd Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Rankin Highway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 284.5 mi, about 4h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McCamey, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on FM 305
5 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Burleson Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 67
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East 3rd Street
3
Continue on US 67
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Trooper Sammy Long Memorial HIghway
4
Turn left onto TX 349
42 mi
·
43 min
·
Main Street
5
Continue on TX 349
10 mi
·
10 min
·
South State Highway 349
6
Continue on TX 349
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Rankin Highway
7
Turn right onto East Interstate 20
344 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Interstate 20
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 20 East: Abilene
9
Merge onto I 20; TX 158
284 mi
·
4 hr 47 min
·
I 20; TX 158
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
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 none lane.
11
Continue on I 30
30 mi
·
35 min
·
Tom Landry Freeway
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 45A
Toward I 35E North: Denton
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward I 35E North: Denton, Commerce Street
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 35E North: Denton
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 35E
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Stemmons Freeway
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 429A
Toward Continental Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Continental Avenue
Use the right lane.
18
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lamar Street
19
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
For a drive of this length, setting out early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid fatigue. With only one recommended stop, pacing yourself is vital; use that break to stretch and refuel effectively to stay sharp for the winding local roads. Keep in mind that the lack of highway miles means your arrival time could fluctuate based on local traffic, so build in a little extra cushion. Since this is a turn-heavy route, ensure your GPS is updated and ready to handle the specific transitions between the Trooper Sammy Long Memorial Highway and local main streets. Staying alert during these frequent turns will make your 403.6-mile journey much smoother.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 201.5 miles from McCamey, TX, or about 3h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 284.5 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 89 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 201.5 miles or 3h 27m 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 50m
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 McCamey, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
+
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from McCamey, TX
This is one driving day of about 403.1 miles and 7h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 89 miles from McCamey, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 20 for about 284.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 201.5 mi from McCamey, TX · 3h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
202 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 89 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 201.5 miles from McCamey, 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 284.5 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
$61.58 one way
$123.15 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
141 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $67.48 | $134.96 |
| premium | $4.59 | $72.86 | $145.72 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $89.55 | $179.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$62
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 141 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $42 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 120.9 | 1 | $42.33 | $19.35 |
| Efficient EV | 100.8 | 1 | $35.27 | $16.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 161.2 | 2 | $56.43 | $25.80 |
Gas CO2
141 kg
EV CO2
47 kg (67% 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
3:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
54°F
Brownwood, TX
202 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
5 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
7h 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 McCamey, TX to Dallas, TX covers 403.1 miles and takes about 7h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 20, Main Street, 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 201.5 miles from McCamey, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $61.58 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 2 meaningful breaks 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 12 significant decision points across 403.1 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 356.2 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 401.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 401.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from McCamey, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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