Origin
Sherman, TX
Afternoon in Sherman on Sunday
Local time
4:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sherman, TX to Dallas, TX
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
63.7 mi
102 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sherman, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Sherman to Dallas is a straightforward 63.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes. Because of the short distance, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via the North Central Expressway, the North Collins Freeway, and the South Sam Rayburn Freeway. With a fuel budget of approximately $10, it is an affordable connection between these two Great Plains locations. Since the route remains entirely within North Texas, you can expect a consistent regional feel throughout your drive. It is a practical, efficient path for those looking to reach the metro area without the hassle of a long-haul 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
31.8 miles from Sherman, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient, highway-focused experience, as 97% of your travel occurs on major thoroughfares. The route is defined by its speed and directness rather than winding, technical turns. You will spend the bulk of your time on the North Central Expressway, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 44.7 miles. This setup makes for a predictable drive, though you should be prepared for the steady pace of high-traffic transit corridors. As you transition between the North Collins and South Sam Rayburn freeways, the road maintains its character as a fast-paced arterial connection. Behind the wheel, you will find this is a functional, no-nonsense commute that prioritizes getting you to your destination quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Central Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 44.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on North Central Expressway and North Collins Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Walnut Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 63.7 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 0.1 miles (South Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (TX 56 / East Houston Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 62.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Walnut Street
Turn left onto South Walnut Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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TX 56 / East Houston Street
Turn left onto TX 56 / East Houston Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
62.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward Waco, Denton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 1A
Toward Waco, Denton
7
62.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Saint Paul Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Saint Paul Street
6
63.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward Field Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Field Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Central Expressway | 44.7 mi | 48m |
| North Collins Freeway | 10.1 mi | 10m |
| South Sam Rayburn Freeway | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| East Houston Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Woodall Rodgers Freeway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Broom Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Lamar Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Walnut Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Central Expressway
— 44.7 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sherman, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on TX 56
327 ft
·
16 sec
·
East Lamar Street
2
Turn left onto South Walnut Street
367 ft
·
17 sec
·
South Walnut Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Turn left onto TX 56
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Houston Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Turn left onto South Sam Rayburn Freeway
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Sam Rayburn Freeway
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
6
Merge onto US 75
6.4 mi
·
6 min
·
South Sam Rayburn Freeway
7
Continue on US 75
10 mi
·
10 min
·
North Collins Freeway
8
Continue on US 75
45 mi
·
48 min
·
North Central Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 1A
Toward Waco, Denton
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward Saint Paul Street
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on Spur 366
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Woodall Rodgers Freeway
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Field Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on Broom Street
170 ft
·
3 sec
·
Broom Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on Broom Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Broom Street
15
Turn slight left
173 ft
·
7 sec
Toward Lamar Street, Continental Avenue
16
Turn straight
136 ft
·
6 sec
17
Keep slight right at fork
251 ft
·
15 sec
18
Turn left onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lamar Street
19
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 10 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility when planning your departure time. Since there are no required stops on this 63.7-mile route, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing to build in time for breaks. Keep in mind that the majority of your time is spent on the North Central Expressway, so checking real-time traffic reports before you leave can help you avoid potential congestion. Budgeting $10 for fuel should be more than sufficient for this trip, allowing you to focus on the road rather than managing your tank. Use the short travel time to your advantage by planning your arrival to coincide with the most efficient hours for navigating Dallas traffic.
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 31.8 miles from Sherman, TX, or about 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.7 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 63.7 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.8 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 58m
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 Sherman, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Sherman, TX
This is one driving day of about 63.7 miles and 1h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sherman, 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 North Central Expressway for about 44.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.8 mi from Sherman, TX · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 63.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.8 miles from Sherman, 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
$9.73 one way
$19.46 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $10.66 | $21.33 |
| premium | $4.59 | $11.51 | $23.03 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.15 | $28.30 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.57
Central Expressway
(44.7 mi)
$3.57
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
$10
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.69 | $3.06 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.57 | $2.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.92 | $4.08 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Afternoon in Dallas on Sunday
Local time
4:03 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
1 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
1h 10m 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 Sherman, TX to Dallas, TX covers 63.7 miles and takes about 1h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Central Expressway, North Collins Freeway, South Sam Rayburn 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 31.8 miles from Sherman, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.73 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 12 significant decision points across 63.7 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 0.1 miles (South Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (TX 56 / East Houston Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 62.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Sherman, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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