Origin
McGregor, TX
Morning in McGregor on Thursday
Local time
6:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McGregor, TX to Mart, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
47m
Distance
37.7 mi
61 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McGregor, TX
Thomas balabaud
Mart, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion through the Texas Great Plains, the drive from McGregor to Mart covers 37.7 miles of straightforward terrain. You can expect to spend about 47 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal one-day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $6, it is a highly economical route for a short-haul journey. Since you remain within the Great Plains region for the entire trip, the landscape remains consistent throughout your travels. This highway-focused path is best suited for those looking for a direct connection between these two Texas towns.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 37.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is heavily centered on highway travel, with 93% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will primarily navigate via TX 6, TX 164, and the George W. Bush Parkway. Expect a steady, consistent pace, as the longest uninterrupted stretch spans 8.6 miles on TX 6. Because the drive is almost entirely highway-focused, you will experience a very efficient, no-nonsense commute. It is a practical drive that prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
TX 6 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.6 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
703 ft
388 ft
Total Climb
366 ft
Total Descent
536 ft
Highest Point
703 ft
~10.8 mi in
Elevation Range
315 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 6 and TX 164. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 13.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 47m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.9 miles (West Loop 340): Navigation decision point; at 14 miles (West Loop 340): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
13.6 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward TX 6, Loop 340: Robinson, Meridian
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward TX 6, Loop 340: Robinson, Meridian
4
13.9 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
West Loop 340
Turn right onto West Loop 340
Navigation decision point
5
14 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
West Loop 340
Keep slight left at fork onto West Loop 340
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
3
14.3 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
14.4 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
TX 6; Loop 340
Merge onto TX 6; Loop 340
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between McGregor, TX and Mart, TX, road signs point toward Loop 340: Robinson and Meridian.
Loop 340: Robinson
13.6 mi in
|
~16m
Meridian
13.6 mi in
|
~16m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TX 6 | 8.6 mi | 10m |
| TX 164 | 7.7 mi | 11m |
| George W Bush Parkway | 6.7 mi | 8m |
| East State Highway 6 | 6.7 mi | 6m |
| West US Highway 84 | 5.3 mi | 5m |
| West McGregor Drive | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| West Loop 340 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Woodway Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
TX 6
— 8.6 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McGregor, TX and Mart, TX.
1
Start on US 84
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West McGregor Drive
2
Continue on US 84
5.3 mi
·
5 min
·
West US Highway 84
3
Continue on US 84
6.7 mi
·
8 min
·
George W Bush Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward TX 6, Loop 340: Robinson, Meridian
Use the slight right lane.
5
Turn straight onto Woodway Drive
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Woodway Drive
6
Turn right onto West Loop 340
495 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Loop 340
7
Keep slight left at fork onto West Loop 340
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
West Loop 340
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
9
Merge onto TX 6; Loop 340
8.6 mi
·
10 min
·
TX 6; Loop 340
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
11
Continue on TX 6
6.7 mi
·
6 min
·
East State Highway 6
12
Turn slight left onto TX 164
7.7 mi
·
11 min
·
TX 164
13
Arrive at destination
TX 164
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.8 mi from McGregor, TX · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.8 miles from McGregor, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mart, TX
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Mart, TX if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.70 one way
$11.39 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $6.24 | $12.47 |
| premium | $4.54 | $6.73 | $13.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.32 | $16.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.30 | $1.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.41 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Mart, TX
Morning in Mart on Thursday
Local time
6:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Beverly Hills, TX
19 mi in
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
47m 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 McGregor, TX to Mart, TX covers 37.7 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are TX 6, TX 164, George W Bush Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.8 miles from McGregor, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.70 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 straightforward 47m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.9 miles (West Loop 340): Navigation decision point; at 14 miles (West Loop 340): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between McGregor, TX and Mart, TX, road signs point toward Loop 340: Robinson and Meridian.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 388 ft to 703 ft elevation with about 366 ft of total climbing.
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