Drive Time
6h 42m
Distance
377 mi
607 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$58
one way
Photo: Ken Jacobsen
The drive from Snyder, TX to Grand Prairie, TX covers 377 miles and takes about 6h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 84, US Highway 84, Marshall Formby Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 183 miles on US 84. At current regular gas prices, budget about $57.59 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
188.5 miles from Snyder, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 22m into the drive .
This is a 6h 42m highway drive covering 377 miles, with most of the trip on US 84 and US Highway 84. The longest continuous stretch is about 183 miles on US 84.
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 48.5 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 377 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 48.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 158.7 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 341.7 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight right at fork toward Spur 331: Southeast Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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
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
Take the exit toward PGBT South: President George Bush Turnpike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward TX 180: Main Street, Jefferson Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
On the drive from Snyder, TX to Grand Prairie, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 289 along the way.
Loop 289
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 84 | 183 mi | 3h 5m |
| US Highway 84 | 73.9 mi | 1h 14m |
| Marshall Formby Memorial Highway | 36.3 mi | 36m |
| East Highway 84 | 26.9 mi | 26m |
| Tom Landry Freeway | 17.4 mi | 21m |
| West Freeway | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| Loop 289 | 7.5 mi | 8m |
| Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway | 4.5 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Snyder, TX and Grand Prairie, TX.
Start on County Road 145
Turn right onto FM 2337
Turn right onto FM 2337
Turn left
Turn right onto West Service Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 27; US 87
Take the exit
Turn straight onto North Interstate 27
Turn left onto North Loop 289
Take the ramp
Merge onto Loop 289
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto Southeast Loop 289
Turn right onto Spur 331
Merge onto US 84
Continue on US 84
Continue on US 84
Continue on US 84
Continue on US 84
Turn left onto Spur 575
Turn right onto TX 207
Turn straight onto TX 207
At end of road, turn left onto US 84
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30
Continue on I 30
Take the exit
Merge onto PGBT
Take the exit
Turn straight onto TX 161
Turn left onto Dalworth Street
Turn slight left onto TX 180
Continue on TX 180
Turn left
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 83 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 188.5 miles or 3h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Grand Prairie, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Snyder, 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 Snyder, TX
This is one driving day of about 377 miles and 6h 42m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 188.5 mi from Snyder, TX · 3h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
189 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.
A short stop after about 83 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 188.5 miles from Snyder, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 84 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 183 miles.
The final approach into Grand Prairie, 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 Grand Prairie, 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.
Regular Gas
$57.59 one way
$115.18 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $63.11 | $126.22 |
| premium | $4.59 | $68.14 | $136.28 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $83.76 | $167.51 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.05
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
$58
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 131.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 113.1 | 1 | $39.58 | $18.10 |
| Efficient EV | 94.3 | 1 | $32.99 | $15.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 150.8 | 1 | $52.78 | $24.13 |
Gas CO2
132 kg
EV CO2
44 kg (67% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Snyder on Sunday
Local time
5:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Grand Prairie on Sunday
Local time
5:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
55°F
Sweetwater, TX
189 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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