Origin
Stephenville, TX
Afternoon in Stephenville on Sunday
Local time
3:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stephenville, TX to Dallas, TX
Drive Time
2h 2m
Distance
106.1 mi
171 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 54m
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6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 20m
10 AM
2h 9m
12 PM
2h 7m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 19m
8 PM
1h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stephenville, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Stephenville to Dallas, expect a straightforward journey covering 106.2 miles. You can easily complete this drive in about 1 hour and 53 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Budget roughly $16 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Texas Great Plains locations. Since the drive is relatively short and direct, there is no need to plan for overnight stays or extensive multi-day itineraries. It is a practical, no-fuss route that gets you from the smaller town atmosphere of Stephenville to the urban landscape of Dallas efficiently.
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
53.1 miles from Stephenville, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Drive Character
This journey is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will navigate through local roads including South Graham Avenue, East South Loop, and Glen Rose Road to reach your destination. Because the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for a driving experience that requires more focus on turns and local traffic patterns than long, open stretches. Expect a steady, hands-on pace throughout the entire 106.2-mile distance as you transition between these two regions. The lack of highway miles means you will stay engaged with the local road network for the duration of the trip.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Northeast Big Bend Trail is the longest continuous segment at about 61.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near US 67; US 377 / East South Loop.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 2m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (US 67; US 377 / East South Loop): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (US 67 / Glen Rose Road): Navigation decision point; at 100 miles (I 35E / South R L Thornton Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 67; US 377 / East South Loop
Turn left onto US 67; US 377 / East South Loop
Navigation decision point
3
0.9 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 67 / Glen Rose Road
Turn right onto US 67 / Glen Rose Road
Navigation decision point
5
100 mi into trip
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~1h 55m in
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I 35E / South R L Thornton Freeway
Merge onto I 35E / South R L Thornton Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
105.6 mi into trip
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~2h 1m 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
6
105.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 2m in
|
Continental Avenue
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast Big Bend Trail | 61.8 mi | 1h 11m |
| US Highway 67 | 28.8 mi | 32m |
| Marvin D Love Freeway | 5.5 mi | 5m |
| South R L Thornton Freeway | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| West S G Alexander Freeway | 2.7 mi | 2m |
| South Stemmons Freeway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Glen Rose Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Graham Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Northeast Big Bend Trail
— 61.8 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stephenville, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on TX 108
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
North Graham Street
2
Continue on TX 108
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
South Graham Avenue
3
Turn left onto US 67; US 377
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
East South Loop
4
Turn right onto US 67
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Glen Rose Road
5
Continue on US 67
29 mi
·
32 min
·
US Highway 67
6
Continue on US 67
62 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
Northeast Big Bend Trail
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 67
2.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West S G Alexander Freeway
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on US 67
5.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Marvin D Love Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 35E
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
South R L Thornton Freeway
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on I 35E
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Stemmons Freeway
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 429A
Toward Continental Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Continental Avenue
Use the right lane.
13
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lamar Street
14
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Given the turn-heavy nature of this 1 hour and 53-minute drive, try to avoid peak local traffic hours to keep your transit time consistent. Since there are no designated stops on this route, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave, as the $16 estimated cost covers the trip but doesn't account for extra idling or detours. You have the advantage of flexibility here, so feel free to depart whenever it best suits your schedule. Pay close attention to navigation while moving through the various local streets, as the frequency of turns makes following your GPS closely a priority. Keep a steady pace and enjoy the direct, uncomplicated nature of this regional transit.
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 53.1 miles from Stephenville, TX, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.8 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.1 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 40m
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 Stephenville, 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 Stephenville, TX
This is one driving day of about 106.1 miles and 2h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Stephenville, 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 Northeast Big Bend Trail for about 61.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.1 mi from Stephenville, TX · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 53.1 miles from Stephenville, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Northeast Big Bend Trail if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.8 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.21 one way
$32.41 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $17.76 | $35.52 |
| premium | $4.59 | $19.18 | $38.35 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.57 | $47.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.14 | $5.09 |
| Efficient EV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.28 | $4.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.4 | 0 | $14.85 | $6.79 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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
3:33 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
2h 2m 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 Stephenville, TX to Dallas, TX covers 106.1 miles and takes about 2h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Northeast Big Bend Trail, US Highway 67, Marvin D Love Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.1 miles from Stephenville, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.21 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 straightforward 2h 2m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (US 67; US 377 / East South Loop): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (US 67 / Glen Rose Road): Navigation decision point; at 100 miles (I 35E / South R L Thornton Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Stephenville, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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