Origin
Pecos, TX
Afternoon in Pecos on Sunday
Local time
2:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pecos, TX to Dallas, TX
Drive Time
7h 18m
Distance
427.5 mi
688 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$65
one way
Pecos, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
Spanning 425.8 miles across the Texas landscape, your journey from Pecos to Dallas takes roughly 6 hours and 9 minutes of driving time. Since both cities are located within the Great Plains, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you transition across the state. This trip is manageable as a single-day commitment, making it an efficient choice for those looking to reach their destination without an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $63 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Navigating this route involves transitioning from local streets like South Cedar Street onto the major arteries of I-20 East and the West Freeway.
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
213.8 miles from Pecos, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you exit Pecos, which eventually gives way to the primary interstate corridor. While the route relies on I-20 East and the West Freeway to cover the bulk of the 425.8-mile distance, the initial navigation requires your full attention on local roads. The character of the road shifts from neighborhood-level driving to high-speed transit as you merge onto the main highways. Because this route is not exclusively interstate-based, you will find a mix of driving environments rather than a monotonous grind. Prepare for varying road conditions as you progress toward the Dallas metro area.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 378.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and Tom Landry Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 380.7 miles in near I 30 / West Freeway.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 427.5 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 380.7 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 425.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 426.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
380.7 mi into trip
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~6h 22m 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
425.9 mi into trip
|
~7h 15m 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
426.1 mi into trip
|
~7h 15m 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
426.2 mi into trip
|
~7h 16m 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
427 mi into trip
|
~7h 17m 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 | 378.6 mi | 6h 19m |
| Tom Landry Freeway | 30 mi | 35m |
| West Freeway | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| South Cedar Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Continental Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Stemmons Freeway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Lamar Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East 6th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 378.6 mi, about 6h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pecos, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on East 6th Street
67 ft
·
4 sec
·
East 6th Street
2
Turn right onto US 285
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South Cedar Street
3
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 20 East: Odessa
4
Merge onto I 20
379 mi
·
6 hr 19 min
·
I 20
Use the none lane.
5
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.
6
Continue on I 30
30 mi
·
35 min
·
Tom Landry Freeway
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 45A
Toward I 35E North: Denton
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward I 35E North: Denton, Commerce Street
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 35E North: Denton
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 35E
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Stemmons Freeway
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 429A
Toward Continental Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Continental Avenue
Use the right lane.
13
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lamar Street
14
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 6-hour and 9-minute transit, aim for an early departure to minimize time spent in traffic as you approach Dallas. Plan for at least one dedicated stop along the way to break up the drive and refresh your focus. Since your estimated fuel cost is $63, keep an eye on your gauge when passing through smaller towns, as prices can fluctuate between major hubs. Given the turn-heavy nature of the local roads at the start, using a reliable GPS navigation app is essential to avoid missed turns on the way out of Pecos. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so adjust your pace to ensure you reach your destination safely.
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 213.8 miles from Pecos, TX, or about 3h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 378.6 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 94 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 213.8 miles or 3h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 9m
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 Pecos, 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 Pecos, TX
This is one driving day of about 427.5 miles and 7h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 94 miles from Pecos, 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 378.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 213.8 mi from Pecos, TX · 3h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
214 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 94 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 213.8 miles from Pecos, 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 378.6 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
$65.30 one way
$130.61 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
150 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $71.56 | $143.13 |
| premium | $4.59 | $77.27 | $154.54 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $94.98 | $189.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$65
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$90–$115
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 149.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 128.3 | 1 | $44.89 | $20.52 |
| Efficient EV | 106.9 | 1 | $37.41 | $17.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 171 | 2 | $59.85 | $27.36 |
Gas CO2
150 kg
EV CO2
50 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
2:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
54°F
Brownwood, TX
214 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
11 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 18m 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 Pecos, TX to Dallas, TX covers 427.5 miles and takes about 7h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 20, Tom Landry Freeway, West 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 213.8 miles from Pecos, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $65.30 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 10 significant decision points across 427.5 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 380.7 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 425.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 426.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Pecos, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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