Origin
Terrell Hills, TX
Afternoon in Terrell Hills on Sunday
Local time
4:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Terrell Hills, TX to Dallas, TX
Drive Time
4h 47m
Distance
267.8 mi
431 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 34m
★
6 AM
4h 48m
8 AM
5h 15m
10 AM
4h 57m
12 PM
4h 55m
3 PM
4h 59m
5 PM
5h 13m
8 PM
4h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Terrell Hills, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Terrell Hills to Dallas, prepare for a 291.5-mile journey that typically takes about 4 hours and 29 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight highway shot, it is best approached as a focused single-day outing. You should budget approximately $43 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Great Plains locations. Since the route relies on local roads rather than high-speed interstates, you will want to account for the extra time spent navigating turns. It is a straightforward trip if you keep your expectations aligned with the local nature of the roads, making it a manageable day trip for most drivers.
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
133.9 miles from Terrell Hills, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a unique driving experience on this route, as it consists entirely of local roads like Eldon Road, Rittiman Road, and Austin Highway. With a highway share of 0%, this is not a monotonous interstate grind; instead, you will be navigating a sequence of turns that demand your full attention. The road's personality is defined by its technical, local feel rather than high-speed cruising. You will find that the lack of major highway stretches keeps the drive engaging, requiring you to stay alert through the various segments of the journey. Prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace as you move through the landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Purple Heart Trail is the longest continuous segment at about 188.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near Loop 368 / Austin Highway.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 267.8 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 0.8 miles (Loop 368 / Austin Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Loop 368 / Austin Highway
Turn sharp right onto Loop 368 / Austin Highway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
4.4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 35, I 410 South: Austin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 35, I 410 South: Austin
7
5.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35 North: Austin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 35 North: Austin
7
209.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 45m in
|
I 35E
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E toward I 35E: Dallas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 35E: Dallas
7
267.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 46m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Purple Heart Trail | 188.3 mi | 3h 18m |
| I 35E | 58.1 mi | 1h |
| North Pan Am Expressway | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| South Jack Kultgen Expressway | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| Austin Highway | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Interstate Highway 35 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Eldon Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Connally Loop | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Purple Heart Trail
— 188.3 mi, about 3h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terrell Hills, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on Garraty Road
129 ft
·
5 sec
·
Garraty Road
2
Turn right onto Eldon Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Eldon Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto Rittiman Road
318 ft
·
15 sec
·
Rittiman Road
4
Turn sharp right onto Loop 368
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Austin Highway
Use the none lane.
5
Take the ramp
523 ft
·
12 sec
Toward I 410 West, I 35, I 410 South: Austin
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 35, I 410 South: Austin
Use the none lane.
7
Merge onto I 410
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
·
Connally Loop
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 35 North: Austin
Use the none lane.
9
Merge onto I 35
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
North Pan Am Expressway
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on I 35
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 35
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Interstate Highway 35
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 35
48 mi
·
52 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
Use the none lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35; US 290
96 mi
·
1 hr 40 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 35
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
South Jack Kultgen Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 35; US 77
33 mi
·
33 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
Use the none lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E
58 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 35E
Toward I 35E: Dallas
Use the slight right lane.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 429A
Toward Continental Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Continental Avenue
Use the right lane.
19
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lamar Street
20
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
For the smoothest experience, plan your departure to account for the turn-heavy nature of these local roads, which can make the 291.5-mile trek feel more involved than a typical highway drive. Since you only have one scheduled stop, use it wisely to stretch your legs and refresh before the final leg of the trip. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $43 estimate is a solid baseline, but local driving conditions can sometimes affect consumption. Because the route is composed of roads like Rittiman and Austin Highway, staying focused on your navigation is key to avoiding unnecessary detours. Flexibility is your greatest advantage here, so feel free to adjust your pace to match the local traffic flow.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 133.9 miles from Terrell Hills, TX, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 188.3 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 133.9 miles or 2h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 56m
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 Terrell Hills, 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 Terrell Hills, TX
This is one driving day of about 267.8 miles and 4h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Terrell Hills, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Purple Heart Trail for about 188.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 133.9 mi from Terrell Hills, TX · 2h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
134 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 133.9 miles from Terrell Hills, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Purple Heart Trail if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 188.3 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.
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.91 one way
$81.82 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
94 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $44.83 | $89.66 |
| premium | $4.59 | $48.40 | $96.81 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $59.50 | $118.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 93.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 80.3 | 0 | $28.12 | $12.85 |
| Efficient EV | 67 | 0 | $23.43 | $10.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 107.1 | 1 | $37.49 | $17.14 |
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
4:11 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
23 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
4h 47m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Terrell Hills, TX to Dallas, TX covers 267.8 miles and takes about 4h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Purple Heart Trail, I 35E, North Pan Am Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 133.9 miles from Terrell Hills, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $40.91 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 267.8 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 0.8 miles (Loop 368 / Austin Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Terrell Hills, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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