Skip to main content
Trip.ovh Logo
Trip.ovh

Trip from Post, TX to Dallas, TX

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

5h 18m

Distance

305.1 mi

491 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$46

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

29 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 5m ★
6 AM
5h 18m
8 AM
5h 45m
10 AM
5h 28m
12 PM
5h 25m
3 PM
5h 29m
5 PM
5h 44m
8 PM
5h 10m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Best Time Drive vs Fly
Google Maps Waze Apple Maps
Download GPX
city in Garza County, Texas, United States

Post, TX

Wikimedia Commons

Downtown Dallas, TX, TX

Dallas, TX

Wikimedia Commons

Trip Overview

This 305-mile journey from Post, Texas, to Dallas, Texas, is a straightforward drive that can comfortably be completed in about 5 hours and 18 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 84 and the Tom Landry Freeway as you approach Dallas, this route is almost entirely highway driving, making it an excellent candidate for a single-day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $46, it's an economical option for crossing the vast expanse of the Great Plains region within Texas. The drive is generally focused on efficient travel, so if you're looking for a quick and direct way to get from point A to point B, this route fits the bill.

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

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

152.6 miles from Post, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 35m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 18m. Total distance: 305.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive for 99% of this trip, designed for covering ground efficiently. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on US 84, which offers the longest uninterrupted stretch of 183 miles. As you progress towards Dallas, you'll transition to the Tom Landry Freeway, indicating a shift towards more urban traffic conditions. This route is less about winding scenic byways and more about steady progress on well-maintained highways, allowing for consistent speed and minimal detours.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 84 is the longest continuous segment at about 183 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and US Highway 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 75.2 miles in near US 84.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 305.1 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 75.2 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 258.3 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 303.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

8
75.2 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in | US 84

Keep slight left at fork onto US 84 toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
8
258.3 mi into trip | ~4h 22m in | 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 straight / slight right lanes. Exit 421 Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
7
303.6 mi into trip | ~5h 14m 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
303.7 mi into trip | ~5h 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 straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 35E North: Denton, Commerce Street
8
304.6 mi into trip | ~5h 16m 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
US 84 183 mi 3h 5m
US Highway 84 74.6 mi 1h 15m
Tom Landry Freeway 30 mi 35m
West Freeway 15.2 mi 17m
South Broadway Street 0.5 mi 1m
Continental Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
North Stemmons Freeway 0.2 mi <1m
West Main Street 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 84 — 183 mi, about 3h 5m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Post, TX and Dallas, TX.

1

Start on West Main Street

171 ft · 10 sec · West Main Street
2

Continue on West Main Street

467 ft · 23 sec · West Main Street
3

Turn right onto US 84; US 380

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Broadway Street
4

Continue on US 84

75 mi · 1 hr 15 min · US Highway 84
5

Keep slight left at fork onto US 84

183 mi · 3 hr 5 min · US 84
Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

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 straight / slight right lanes.
7

Continue on I 30

30 mi · 35 min · Tom Landry Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 14 sec
Exit 45A Toward I 35E North: Denton Use the slight right lane.
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 15 sec
Toward I 35E North: Denton, Commerce Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 35E North: Denton Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Merge onto I 35E

0.2 mi · 19 sec · North Stemmons Freeway
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Exit 429A Toward Continental Avenue Use the slight right lane.
13

Turn right onto Continental Avenue

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Continental Avenue
Use the right lane.
14

Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street

433 ft · 10 sec · North Lamar Street
15

Arrive at destination

North Lamar Street

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour duration, departing in the morning is your best bet to arrive in Dallas with ample time. The single recommended stop suggests planning your break strategically, perhaps around the 183-mile mark on US 84, to break up the longest stretch. Keep an eye on fuel levels, especially before heading into more remote sections of US 84, as services can be spaced out. Since this is a manageable one-day drive, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time slightly based on your preference, but aim to reach Dallas before evening rush hour if possible.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 152.6 miles from Post, TX, or about 2h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 183 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 67 miles or 1h 8m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 152.6 miles or 2h 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 4h 13m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dallas, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

+

Open the route before leaving Post, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Post, TX

This is one driving day of about 305.1 miles and 5h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Post, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 84 for about 183 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 152.6 mi from Post, TX · 2h 35m into the drive

city in Shackelford County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Albany, TX

153 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

Roscoe, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 67 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Albany, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 152.6 miles from Post, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 84 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 183 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

City Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 305.1

Dallas, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+19724823055

Visit website

iFLY Indoor Skydiving - Fort Worth

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 283.3

Hurst, Texas

Hours: 10:30 am–6:30 pm

+18178184359

Visit website

White Settlement Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 261.5

White Settlement, Texas

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+18172469719

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$46.10 one way

$92.20 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 107 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $50.46 $100.92
premium $4.54 $54.47 $108.95
diesel $5.61 $67.36 $134.72

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$46

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$71–$96

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 106.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

29 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Landmark Travel Center - Tesla Supercharger

Clyde, TX

Tesla

20 DCFC

Santo, TX - Tesla Supercharger

Santo, TX

Tesla

16 DCFC

University Park Village - Tesla Supercharger

Fort Worth, TX

Tesla

16 DCFC

The Foundry District - Tesla Supercharger

Fort Worth, TX

Tesla

16 DCFC

CEFCO Convenience Store - Tesla Supercharger

Post, TX

Tesla

8 DCFC

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sweetwater - Tesla Supercharger

Sweetwater, TX

Tesla

8 DCFC

Cisco Travel Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

Cisco, TX

Tesla

8 DCFC

Rusty's - Santo

Santo, TX

FCN

8 DCFC

Tesla: 7 eVgo Network: 5 Electrify America: 4 ChargePoint Network: 3 FCN: 2 Non-Networked: 2 WALMART: 2 Blink Network: 1 RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 1 EV Connect: 1 SWTCH: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 91.5 1 $32.04 $14.64
Efficient EV 76.3 0 $26.70 $12.20
EV Truck/SUV 122 1 $42.71 $19.53

Gas CO2

107 kg

EV CO2

36 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Post, TX

Late night in Post on Friday

Local time

12:06 AM

CDT

Current temp

83°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Dallas, TX

Late night in Dallas on Friday

Local time

12:06 AM

CDT

Current temp

68°F

Mostly Clear

S 5 to 10 mph 5% chance Live forecast

76°F

Albany, TX

153 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

15 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

5h 18m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Post, TX to Dallas, TX covers 305.1 miles and takes about 5h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 84, US Highway 84, 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 152.6 miles from Post, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $46.10 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break 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 305.1 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 75.2 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 258.3 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 303.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Post, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Was this helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!

/500

Explore More

Return Trip

Dallas, TX to Post, TX

Plan the drive back the other way.

304.9 mi 5h 17m

Continue From Dallas, TX

Atlanta, GA 783 mi · 14h 9m El Paso, TX 635.3 mi · 10h 41m Horizon City, TX 619.9 mi · 10h 24m Tornillo, TX 601.7 mi · 10h 5m

More from Post, TX

Laredo, TX 495.3 mi · 8h 37m Houston, TX 493.2 mi · 8h 56m Corpus Christi, TX 487.3 mi · 8h 29m El Paso, TX 360.4 mi · 6h 48m San Antonio, TX 344 mi · 6h 1m Montopolis, TX 335 mi · 6h 4m

More trips to Dallas, TX

Centennial, CO 781.5 mi Vinton, TX 651.9 mi El Paso, TX 635.5 mi Socorro, TX 620.9 mi Horizon City, TX 620.4 mi Tornillo, TX 601.8 mi
Overnight trips from Post, TX Scenic drives in TX

Explore more options from Post, TX or browse trips ending in Dallas, TX.

Looking for more statewide routes? Browse TX road trips.