Origin
Reno, TX
Late night in Reno on Wednesday
Local time
1:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Reno, TX to Dallas, TX
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 3m
Distance
110.8 mi
178 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 55m
★
6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 21m
10 AM
2h 10m
12 PM
2h 8m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 20m
8 PM
1h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Reno, TX
Thomas balabaud
Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
Spanning 109.4 miles across the Texas Great Plains, the drive from Reno to Dallas is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 54 minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. Budgeting around $16 for fuel should cover your travel expenses comfortably. You will navigate primarily through local roads, including Lamar Road, Lamar Avenue, and Southeast Loop 286, rather than major interstates. It is a practical, no-nonsense connection between two points in the same region, making it an ideal choice for travelers looking for an efficient transition without the complexity of a multi-day trek.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
55.4 miles from Reno, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route features zero highway miles. Because you are sticking to local roads like Lamar Avenue and Southeast Loop 286, your focus will be on navigating turns rather than maintaining high-speed cruising. The journey maintains a consistent, localized feel throughout the 109.4-mile stretch, requiring more active attention than a typical highway sprint. You won't encounter long, uninterrupted stretches of open road, so prepare for a drive that demands steady engagement with the immediate surroundings. It’s a functional, turn-by-turn experience that connects your starting point to the destination while keeping you off the high-speed corridors.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 30 is the longest continuous segment at about 54.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 110.8 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 7.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 108.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 109.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
7.9 mi into trip
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~9m in
Take the exit toward TX 19, TX 24: Cooper, Sulphur Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward TX 19, TX 24: Cooper, Sulphur Springs
8
108.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
Take the exit toward I 45 South, US 75 North: Houston, McKinney
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 47B
Toward I 45 South, US 75 North: Houston, McKinn...
7
109.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 75 North: McKinney
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 75 North: McKinney
8
109.4 mi into trip
|
~2h in
Keep slight left at fork toward Main Street West, Elm Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Main Street West, Elm Street
8
109.6 mi into trip
|
~2h in
Keep slight right at fork toward Elm Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Elm Street
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Reno, TX to Dallas, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Sulphur Springs along the way.
Sulphur Springs
7.9 mi in
|
~9m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 30 | 54.1 mi | 58m |
| South Church Street | 46.4 mi | 50m |
| Southeast Loop 286 | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| Lamar Road | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Elm Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Lamar Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Loop 286 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lamar Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 30
— 54.1 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reno, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on this road
161 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn sharp left onto US 82
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Lamar Road
3
Continue on US 82
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Lamar Avenue
4
Turn left onto Southeast Loop 286
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Southeast Loop 286
5
Merge onto US 271; Loop 286
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Southeast Loop 286
6
Continue on Loop 286
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Southwest Loop 286
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
Toward TX 19, TX 24: Cooper, Sulphur Springs
8
Turn left onto TX 19; TX 24
46 mi
·
50 min
·
South Church Street
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 30 West: Dallas
10
Merge onto I 30; US 67
54 mi
·
58 min
·
I 30; US 67
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 47B
Toward I 45 South, US 75 North: Houston, McKinney
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward US 75 North: McKinney
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Main Street West, Elm Street
Use the slight left lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward Elm Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Turn straight onto Elm Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto North Lamar Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Lamar Street
17
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable sub-two-hour trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best without needing a rigid itinerary. You won't need to plan for any formal stops along the way, but keeping that $16 fuel budget in mind will help you stay prepared for the road ahead. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, try to avoid peak traffic times on local roads to ensure your drive remains as efficient as possible. Pay close attention to navigation when transitioning between Lamar Road and the Southeast Loop, as the lack of highway signage means you should stay alert at every intersection. Take advantage of the short travel time to enjoy a relaxed departure, knowing you can easily complete the entire 109.4-mile distance in one go.
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 55.4 miles from Reno, TX, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.1 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 80 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.4 miles or 1h 1m 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 39m
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 Reno, 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 Reno, TX
This is one driving day of about 110.8 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Reno, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 30 for about 54.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.4 mi from Reno, TX · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.4 miles from Reno, 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
$16.74 one way
$33.48 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $18.33 | $36.65 |
| premium | $4.54 | $19.78 | $39.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.46 | $48.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.2 | 0 | $11.63 | $5.32 |
| Efficient EV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.69 | $4.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.3 | 0 | $15.51 | $7.09 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (67% 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
Late night in Dallas on Wednesday
Local time
1:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Greenville, TX
55 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
2 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
2h 3m 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 Reno, TX to Dallas, TX covers 110.8 miles and takes about 2h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 30, South Church Street, Southeast Loop 286. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.4 miles from Reno, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.74 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 demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 110.8 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 7.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 108.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 109.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Reno, TX to Dallas, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Sulphur Springs along the way.
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