Origin
Ore City, TX
Night in Ore City on Thursday
Local time
11:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ore City, TX to Dallas, TX
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
2h 21m
Distance
142.5 mi
229 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 12m
★
6 AM
2h 22m
8 AM
2h 41m
10 AM
2h 28m
12 PM
2h 26m
3 PM
2h 29m
5 PM
2h 40m
8 PM
2h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ore City, TX
Thomas balabaud
Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
This 142.5-mile journey from Ore City, Texas, to Dallas, Texas, is an achievable day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 21 minutes. You'll navigate using North Wood Street, West Broadway Street, and I-20, with a 0% highway share indicating a more local driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $22, this route offers an economical way to get from the Great Plains region of East Texas to the bustling Dallas area. It's a straightforward drive that doesn't require an overnight stop, allowing for a flexible schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
71.3 miles from Ore City, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 21m. Total distance: 142.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 142.5-mile route. While it uses I-20 for a portion, the 0% highway share suggests you'll be primarily on surface streets and local roads, making for a more engaging, albeit potentially slower, experience. There isn't a single 'longest stretch' designated, implying frequent turns and changes in speed limits. This type of drive typically offers more opportunities to see local life and businesses as you make your way towards Dallas.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Wood 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Ore City, TX to Dallas, TX is easy. At 2h 21m 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 Ore City, TX to Dallas, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Wood Street | — | — |
| West Broadway Street | — | — |
| I 20 | — | — |
| Dallas | — | — |
| East R L Thornton Freeway | — | — |
| I 45 South | — | — |
| US 75 North | — | — |
| Main Street West | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Wood Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ore City, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on the route
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
the route
2
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
3
Keep slight left
259 ft
·
13 sec
4
Turn left
16 mi
·
17 min
5
Turn left onto North Wood Street
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Wood Street
6
Turn straight
13 mi
·
15 min
7
Turn right onto West Broadway Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway Street
8
Turn left
10 mi
·
12 min
9
Take the exit right toward West I 20
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
West I 20
10
Merge slight left
68 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
11
Keep slight right to continue on Dallas
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Dallas
12
Continue straight
19 mi
·
20 min
13
Merge slight left onto East R L Thornton Freeway
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
East R L Thornton Freeway
14
Take the exit slight right toward I 45 South, US 75 North: Houston, McKinney
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
I 45 South, US 75 North: Houston, McKinney
15
Keep slight right to continue on US 75 North: McKinney
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 75 North: McKinney
16
Keep slight left to continue on Main Street West, Elm Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Main Street West, Elm Street
17
Keep slight right to continue on Elm Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Elm Street
18
Turn straight onto Elm Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
19
Turn right onto North Lamar Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
North Lamar Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given this route's short duration of just over 2 hours, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best, perhaps aiming to avoid peak traffic in Dallas. With 0 stops recommended, you can easily complete this drive in one go, but be mindful of fuel; the $22 estimated cost is a good budget point. Keep an eye on local road conditions, as a 'turn-heavy' profile means many intersections. Ensure your navigation is set correctly before departing Ore City to smoothly transition onto North Wood Street and West Broadway Street, eventually connecting to I-20.
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 71.3 miles from Ore City, TX, or about 1h 10m 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 31 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.3 miles or 1h 10m 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 56m
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 Ore City, 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 Ore City, TX
This is one driving day of about 142.5 miles and 2h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Ore City, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 71.3 mi from Ore City, TX · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
71 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 71.3 miles from Ore City, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$21.53 one way
$43.06 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
50 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $23.57 | $47.14 |
| premium | $4.54 | $25.44 | $50.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.46 | $62.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.8 | 0 | $14.96 | $6.84 |
| Efficient EV | 35.6 | 0 | $12.47 | $5.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57 | 0 | $19.95 | $9.12 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Dallas, TX
Night in Dallas on Thursday
Local time
11:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 21m 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 Ore City, TX to Dallas, TX covers 142.5 miles and takes about 2h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Wood Street, West Broadway Street, I 20. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 71.3 miles from Ore City, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.53 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 Ore City, TX to Dallas, TX is easy. At 2h 21m 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 Ore City, TX to Dallas, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Ore City, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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