Origin
Springtown, TX
Afternoon in Springtown on Thursday
Local time
3:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springtown, TX to Arlington, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
57m
Distance
41.7 mi
67 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springtown, TX
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Arlington, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Springtown to Arlington covers a 46.1-mile stretch that typically takes about 57 minutes to navigate. Because both locations are situated within the Great Plains region of Texas, you will experience a consistent landscape throughout this local trip. This journey is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance is short enough that you won't need to consider an overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $7, it is an economical route for a quick transition between these two points. Expect a straightforward drive that prioritizes efficiency over long-distance touring.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 41.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. The route relies on a series of local roads, including Lake Worth Boulevard, Jacksboro Highway, and North Henderson Street, rather than major interstates. In fact, the highway share for this trip is 0%, meaning you won't find yourself locked into long, monotonous stretches of high-speed pavement. Since the longest uninterrupted stretch on Lake Worth Boulevard is 0 miles, you should prepare for frequent adjustments and turns. This is a practical, functional drive that requires your full attention as you navigate through the local infrastructure.
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.
TX 199 is the longest continuous segment at about 19 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 199 and Tom Landry Freeway. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 26.8 miles in near US 287 Bus.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 41.7 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 26.8 miles (US 287 Bus): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
26.8 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
US 287 Bus
Take the ramp onto US 287 Bus toward I 35W North, I 30 East
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35W North, I 30 East
6
28.1 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward I 30 East: Dallas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 30 East: Dallas
8
39.4 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward Lamar Boulevard, Cooper Street
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 27A
Toward Lamar Boulevard, Cooper Street
6
40.3 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
West Randol Mill Road
Turn left onto West Randol Mill Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
40.7 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
North Center Street
Turn right onto North Center Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TX 199 | 19 mi | 21m |
| Tom Landry Freeway | 10.9 mi | 13m |
| Jacksboro Highway | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| US 287 Bus | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Lake Worth Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Henderson Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| North Center Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| North Cooper Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
TX 199
— 19 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springtown, TX and Arlington, TX.
1
Start on FM 51
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto TX 199
19 mi
·
21 min
·
TX 199
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
Continue on TX 199
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Worth Boulevard
4
Continue on TX 199
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Lake Worth Boulevard
5
Continue on TX 199
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Jacksboro Highway
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on TX 199
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Henderson Street
7
Enter roundabout onto TX 199
113 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Henderson Street
8
Continue on TX 199
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Henderson Street
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto West 5th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West 5th Street
10
Take the ramp onto US 287 Bus
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
US 287 Bus
Toward I 35W North, I 30 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 30 East: Dallas
Use the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto I 30
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Tom Landry Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 27A
Toward Lamar Boulevard, Cooper Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto North Cooper Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Cooper Street
15
Turn left onto West Randol Mill Road
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
West Randol Mill Road
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto North Center Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Center Street
Use the right lane.
17
Turn right onto West Abram Street
297 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Abram Street
18
Arrive at destination
West Abram Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.9 mi from Springtown, TX · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.9 miles from Springtown, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Arlington, TX
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Arlington, TX if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.30 one way
$12.60 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $6.90 | $13.79 |
| premium | $4.54 | $7.45 | $14.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.21 | $18.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.65 | $1.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.84 | $2.67 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Arlington, TX
Afternoon in Arlington on Thursday
Local time
3:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Saginaw, TX
21 mi in
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
3 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
57m 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 Springtown, TX to Arlington, TX covers 41.7 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are TX 199, Tom Landry Freeway, Jacksboro Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.9 miles from Springtown, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.30 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 41.7 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 26.8 miles (US 287 Bus): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Springtown, TX to Arlington, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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