Origin
Mineola, TX
Evening in Mineola on Friday
Local time
5:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mineola, TX to Arlington, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 57m
Distance
98.8 mi
159 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
★
6 AM
1h 57m
8 AM
2h 14m
10 AM
2h 3m
12 PM
2h 1m
3 PM
2h 4m
5 PM
2h 13m
8 PM
1h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mineola, TX
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Arlington, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Mineola to Arlington, expect a straightforward journey covering 106.2 miles. This drive typically takes about 1 hour and 49 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate through the heart of the Great Plains, keeping your transit costs manageable with an estimated fuel budget of $16. Since the route involves zero formal stops, you have the flexibility to power through or plan your own breaks as needed. It is a practical connection between these two Texas locations, perfect for those who prefer a direct, local-focused transit over major interstates.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.4 miles from Mineola, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
About the Cities
Arriving in Arlington, TX
Full guide →Arlington is a city in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex metropolitan area, in the Prairies and Lakes region of Texas. With a population of almost 400,000 (2019), it is Texas' seventh largest, and the third largest in the Metroplex. Arlington is south of the sprawling DFW International Airport.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 57m. Total distance: 98.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (47%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous highway cruise, this route relies entirely on local roads like East Broad Street, West Frank Street, and East Pine Street rather than high-speed interstates. With a 0% highway share, you will be navigating surface streets for the duration of the 106.2-mile trip. This profile offers a slower, more technical pace compared to typical freeway driving. Expect to stay attentive as you transition through the various local segments that define this journey.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 80 is the longest continuous segment at about 19.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 80 / East Broad Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 57m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 80 / East Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 52.4 miles (US 80): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 71.6 miles (I 30; US 67 / East R L Thornton Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 80 / East Broad Street
Turn left onto US 80 / East Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
52.4 mi into trip
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~1h 1m in
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US 80
Take the exit onto US 80 toward US 80 West: Dallas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 80 West: Dallas
5
71.6 mi into trip
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~1h 22m in
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I 30; US 67 / East R L Thornton Freeway
Merge onto I 30; US 67 / East R L Thornton Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
96.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward FM 157: Collins Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 28B
Toward FM 157: Collins Street
4
96.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
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North Center Street
Turn left onto North Center Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 80 | 19.2 mi | 21m |
| East South Commerce Street | 18.6 mi | 21m |
| Tom Landry Freeway | 16.9 mi | 19m |
| East Broad Street | 13.9 mi | 16m |
| West Frank Street | 9 mi | 10m |
| East R L Thornton Freeway | 7.6 mi | 9m |
| Goodnight Boulevard | 6.1 mi | 6m |
| West US Highway 80 | 3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 80
— 19.2 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mineola, TX and Arlington, TX.
1
Start on US 69
58 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Pacific Street
2
Turn left onto US 80
14 mi
·
16 min
·
East Broad Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 80
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
West Frank Street
4
Continue on US 80
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Pine Street
5
Continue on US 80
6.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Goodnight Boulevard
6
Continue on US 80
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
·
Houston Street
7
Continue on US 80
19 mi
·
21 min
·
East South Commerce Street
8
Continue on US 80
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
West US Highway 80
9
Take the exit onto US 80
19 mi
·
21 min
·
US 80
Toward US 80 West: Dallas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 30; US 67
7.6 mi
·
9 min
·
East R L Thornton Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 30
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Tom Landry Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 28B
Toward FM 157: Collins Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto Wet N Wild Way
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
Wet N Wild Way
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto North Center Street
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
North Center Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Turn right onto West Abram Street
297 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Abram Street
16
Arrive at destination
West Abram Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip under two hours, you have significant flexibility in your departure time. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the local roads that make up this 106.2-mile route. Because there are no designated stops, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you depart to comfortably cover the $16 estimated fuel cost without interruption. Given the turn-heavy nature of the drive, stay alert and keep your navigation tools handy to manage the frequent transitions between East Broad, West Frank, and East Pine streets. Enjoy the simplicity of a one-day trip that gets you from Mineola to Arlington efficiently.
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 49.4 miles from Mineola, TX, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.2 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 22 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.4 miles or 57m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arlington, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Mineola, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Mineola, TX
This is one driving day of about 98.8 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Mineola, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 80 for about 19.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.4 mi from Mineola, TX · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.4 miles from Mineola, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.93 one way
$29.86 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $16.34 | $32.68 |
| premium | $4.54 | $17.64 | $35.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.81 | $43.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.37 | $4.74 |
| Efficient EV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.65 | $3.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.5 | 0 | $13.83 | $6.32 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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 Friday
Local time
5:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°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
3 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
1h 57m 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 Mineola, TX to Arlington, TX covers 98.8 miles and takes about 1h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 80, East South Commerce Street, Tom Landry Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.4 miles from Mineola, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.93 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 1h 57m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 80 / East Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 52.4 miles (US 80): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 71.6 miles (I 30; US 67 / East R L Thornton Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Mineola, TX to Arlington, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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