Origin
San Angelo, TX
Afternoon in San Angelo on Sunday
Local time
3:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from San Angelo, TX to Dallas, TX
Drive Time
4h 54m
Distance
272.8 mi
439 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 41m
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6 AM
4h 54m
8 AM
5h 21m
10 AM
5h 4m
12 PM
5h 1m
3 PM
5h 5m
5 PM
5h 20m
8 PM
4h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
San Angelo, TX
Mark Direen
Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
Spanning 260.1 miles across the Great Plains, your journey from San Angelo to Dallas is a straightforward trek that typically takes about 4 hours and 1 minute. Since the drive is manageable within a single day, you likely won't need an overnight stop unless you prefer a leisurely pace. Budgeting roughly $39 for fuel should keep you covered for the trip. You will navigate through North Main Street, East 6th Street, and Loop 306 North as you transition between these Texas hubs. Whether you are heading to the city for business or a change of scenery, this route offers a practical connection between the two locations.
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
136.4 miles from San Angelo, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise on this 260.1-mile path. Because this route has a 0% highway share, you will spend your time navigating local roads that demand more active attention than a typical high-speed freeway. The experience is defined by the transition through local streets like North Main and East 6th, keeping you engaged with the road ahead. You will not find long, uninterrupted highway stretches here, making the drive feel more like a series of connected local segments. Prepare for a steady, hands-on driving experience that reflects the character of the regional landscape.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 137.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and US 277. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.9 miles in near US 277.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 272.8 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 4.9 miles (US 277): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 226 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 271.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
4.9 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 277
Take the exit onto US 277 toward US 277 North: Bronte, Abilene
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward US 277 North: Bronte, Abilene
8
226 mi into trip
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~3h 58m 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
271.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 51m 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
271.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 51m 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
8
272.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 53m 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 | 137.1 mi | 2h 19m |
| US 277 | 79.8 mi | 1h 26m |
| Tom Landry Freeway | 30 mi | 35m |
| West Freeway | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| East Houston Harte Expressway | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Winters Freeway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| South Danville Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 137.1 mi, about 2h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between San Angelo, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on East Harris Avenue
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Harris Avenue
2
At end of road, turn left onto North Main Street
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Turn right onto East 6th Street
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
East 6th Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward Loop 306 North
5
Merge onto US 67; US 277
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
East Houston Harte Expressway
6
Take the exit onto US 277
80 mi
·
1 hr 26 min
·
US 277
Toward US 277 North: Bronte, Abilene
Use the none lane.
7
Turn left onto US 277
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Danville Drive
8
Take the ramp onto US 277
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 277
9
Merge onto US 83; US 84; US 277
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Winters Freeway
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
11
Merge onto I 20
137 mi
·
2 hr 19 min
·
I 20
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
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.
13
Continue on I 30
30 mi
·
35 min
·
Tom Landry Freeway
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 45A
Toward I 35E North: Denton
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward I 35E North: Denton, Commerce Street
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 35E North: Denton
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto I 35E
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Stemmons Freeway
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 429A
Toward Continental Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
19
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Continental Avenue
Use the right lane.
20
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lamar Street
21
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a 4-hour drive, try to depart in the morning to reach your destination by the afternoon, allowing for maximum flexibility once you arrive. You only need to plan for one scheduled stop to keep your trip efficient and comfortable. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, stay alert when transitioning between North Main Street and Loop 306 North to avoid missing your turns. Keep your $39 fuel budget in mind as you plan your stops along the way, ensuring you refuel before heading into the denser traffic of the Dallas area. Flexibility is your main advantage here, so adjust your pace based on local road conditions as you travel.
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 136.4 miles from San Angelo, TX, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 137.1 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 136.4 miles or 2h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 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 San Angelo, 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 San Angelo, TX
This is one driving day of about 272.8 miles and 4h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from San Angelo, 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 I 20 for about 137.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 136.4 mi from San Angelo, TX · 2h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
136 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 136.4 miles from San Angelo, 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 137.1 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
$41.67 one way
$83.34 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
95 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $45.67 | $91.33 |
| premium | $4.59 | $49.31 | $98.62 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $60.61 | $121.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 81.8 | 1 | $28.64 | $13.09 |
| Efficient EV | 68.2 | 0 | $23.87 | $10.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 109.1 | 1 | $38.19 | $17.46 |
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 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.
Destination
Dallas, TX
Afternoon in Dallas on Sunday
Local time
3:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
6 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
4h 54m 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 San Angelo, TX to Dallas, TX covers 272.8 miles and takes about 4h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 20, US 277, 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 136.4 miles from San Angelo, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.67 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 16 significant decision points across 272.8 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 4.9 miles (US 277): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 226 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 271.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from San Angelo, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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