Origin
Sanger, TX
Afternoon in Sanger on Sunday
Local time
3:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sanger, TX to Arlington, TX
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
57.3 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sanger, TX
Action Construction Equipment Ltd. - ACE
Arlington, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
The drive from Sanger, TX to Arlington, TX covers 57.3 miles and takes about 1h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on President George Bush Turnpike, South Stemmons Freeway, I 35 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.3 miles on President George Bush Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.75 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
28.7 miles from Sanger, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 6m highway drive covering 57.3 miles, with most of the trip on President George Bush Turnpike and South Stemmons Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 17.3 miles on President George Bush Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
President George Bush Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 17.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on President George Bush Turnpike and South Stemmons Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 21.1 miles in near I 35E / South Stemmons Freeway.
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 57.3 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 21.1 miles (I 35E / South Stemmons Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
21.1 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
I 35E / South Stemmons Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E / South Stemmons Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
7
31.6 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward PGBT Toll: President George Bush Turnpike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 445
Toward PGBT Toll: President George Bush Turnpik...
8
32.8 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35E, PGBT Toll South: President George Bush Turnpike
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, PGBT Toll South: President George...
7
33.2 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward PGBT Toll South: President George Bush Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PGBT Toll South: President George Bush T...
7
54.7 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward FM 157: Collins Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 28B
Toward FM 157: Collins Street
Towns Along This Route
Between Sanger, TX and Arlington, TX, road signs point toward Pgbt Toll: President George Bush Turnpike and Pgbt Toll South: President George Bush Turnpike.
Pgbt Toll: President George Bush Turnpike
31.6 mi in
|
~34m
Pgbt Toll South: President George Bush Turnpike
32.8 mi in
|
~36m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| President George Bush Turnpike | 17.3 mi | 18m |
| South Stemmons Freeway | 10.5 mi | 11m |
| I 35 | 10.2 mi | 10m |
| I 35E | 9.8 mi | 10m |
| Tom Landry Freeway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| North Center Street | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Wet N Wild Way | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Stemmons Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
President George Bush Turnpike
— 17.3 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sanger, TX and Arlington, TX.
1
Start on I 35 Bus
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
North 5th Street
2
Turn left onto FM 455
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Chapman Drive
3
Turn left onto North Stemmons Street
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
North Stemmons Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 35 South
5
Merge onto I 35
10 mi
·
10 min
·
I 35
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 35E; US 77
9.8 mi
·
10 min
·
I 35E; US 77
Toward I 35E South: Dallas
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E
10 mi
·
11 min
·
South Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
8
Take the exit
1.2 mi
·
1 min
Exit 445
Toward PGBT Toll: President George Bush Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 35E, PGBT Toll South: President George Bush Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
Toward PGBT Toll South: President George Bush Turnpike
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto PGBT
17 mi
·
18 min
·
President George Bush Turnpike
Use the none / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 30 West: Fort Worth
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 30
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Tom Landry Freeway
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 28B
Toward FM 157: Collins Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn straight onto Wet N Wild Way
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
Wet N Wild Way
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
16
Turn left onto North Center Street
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
North Center Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
17
Turn right onto West Abram Street
297 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Abram Street
18
Arrive at destination
West Abram Street
Trip Plan
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 28.7 miles from Sanger, TX, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.3 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 57.3 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.7 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arlington, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sanger, 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 Sanger, TX
This is one driving day of about 57.3 miles and 1h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sanger, 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 President George Bush Turnpike for about 17.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.7 mi from Sanger, TX · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 57.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.7 miles from Sanger, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Arlington, TX
The final approach into Arlington, 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 Arlington, 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
$8.75 one way
$17.51 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $9.59 | $19.18 |
| premium | $4.59 | $10.36 | $20.71 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.73 | $25.46 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.39
President George Bush Turnpike
(17.3 mi)
$1.39
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.02 | $3.67 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Arlington, TX
Afternoon in Arlington on Sunday
Local time
3:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
68°F
Lewisville, TX
29 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
24 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
1h 6m 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 Sanger, TX to Arlington, TX covers 57.3 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are President George Bush Turnpike, South Stemmons Freeway, I 35. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.7 miles from Sanger, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.75 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 16 significant decision points across 57.3 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 21.1 miles (I 35E / South Stemmons Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Sanger, TX and Arlington, TX, road signs point toward Pgbt Toll: President George Bush Turnpike and Pgbt Toll South: President George Bush Turnpike.
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