Origin
Texarkana, TX
Evening in Texarkana on Sunday
Local time
5:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Texarkana, TX to Dallas, TX
Drive Time
3h 10m
Distance
179.2 mi
288 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 59m
★
6 AM
3h 10m
8 AM
3h 34m
10 AM
3h 18m
12 PM
3h 16m
3 PM
3h 20m
5 PM
3h 32m
8 PM
3h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Texarkana, TX
Thomas balabaud
Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Texarkana to Dallas spans 181 miles across the Great Plains, typically taking about 2 hours and 47 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $27 on fuel for the one-way trip. Navigating this route involves a blend of local roads like Main Street, West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard, and Summerhill Road. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that connects two major Texas hubs without the complexity of a multi-day itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
89.6 miles from Texarkana, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will be navigating local arteries for the duration of the 181-mile journey, requiring more active attention than a typical highway trek. The experience is defined by the transitions between these specific local roads, which keep the drive feeling varied throughout the 2-hour and 47-minute duration. Since the route relies entirely on local infrastructure, you should prepare for a more hands-on driving experience that contrasts sharply with the high-speed transit found on major interstates.
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.
I 30 is the longest continuous segment at about 172.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 30 and New Boston Road. 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 US 67; US 82 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 179.2 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 (US 67; US 82 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 177.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 177.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 67; US 82 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Turn left onto US 67; US 82 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
177.3 mi into trip
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~3h 6m in
Take the exit toward I 45 South, US 75 North: Houston, McKinney
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 47B
Toward I 45 South, US 75 North: Houston, McKinn...
7
177.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 75 North: McKinney
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 75 North: McKinney
8
177.8 mi into trip
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~3h 7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Main Street West, Elm Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Main Street West, Elm Street
8
178 mi into trip
|
~3h 7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Elm Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Elm Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 30 | 172.3 mi | 2h 56m |
| New Boston Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Elm Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Summerhill Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Lamar Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Jarvis Parkway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Sowell Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 30
— 172.3 mi, about 2h 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Texarkana, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on US 67; US 82
298 ft
·
10 sec
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West 7th Street
2
Turn left onto Main Street
384 ft
·
15 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto US 67; US 82
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the none lane.
4
Turn right onto TX 93
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Summerhill Road
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left onto US 82
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
New Boston Road
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto Sowell Lane
474 ft
·
9 sec
·
Sowell Lane
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
8
Merge onto I 369; US 59
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Jarvis Parkway
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 30 West: Dallas
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
11
Merge onto I 30
172 mi
·
2 hr 56 min
·
I 30
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 47B
Toward I 45 South, US 75 North: Houston, McKinney
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward US 75 North: McKinney
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Main Street West, Elm Street
Use the slight left lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward Elm Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
16
Turn straight onto Elm Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto North Lamar Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Lamar Street
18
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is simple given the manageable 181-mile distance, but you should still account for the turn-heavy nature of the roads when estimating your arrival time. Since the trip takes less than three hours, you only need to budget for one stop to keep your energy up and handle any necessary refueling. Keep that $27 fuel budget in mind as you prep your vehicle, and try to avoid peak local traffic hours to ensure your time on Main Street and Summerhill Road remains smooth. Because this route lacks major highway stretches, focus on pacing yourself through the various turns rather than rushing, as the local road profile makes steady, attentive driving your best strategy for a comfortable arrival.
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 89.6 miles from Texarkana, TX, or about 1h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 172.3 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 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 89.6 miles or 1h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 34m
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 Texarkana, 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 Texarkana, TX
This is one driving day of about 179.2 miles and 3h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Texarkana, 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 I 30 for about 172.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 89.6 mi from Texarkana, TX · 1h 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
90 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 89.6 miles from Texarkana, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 30 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 172.3 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
$27.37 one way
$54.75 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
63 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $30.00 | $60.00 |
| premium | $4.59 | $32.39 | $64.78 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $39.81 | $79.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.8 | 0 | $18.82 | $8.60 |
| Efficient EV | 44.8 | 0 | $15.68 | $7.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.7 | 0 | $25.09 | $11.47 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Dallas, TX
Evening in Dallas on Sunday
Local time
5:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Greenville, TX
90 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 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
3h 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 Texarkana, TX to Dallas, TX covers 179.2 miles and takes about 3h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 30, New Boston Road, Elm Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 89.6 miles from Texarkana, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.37 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 179.2 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 (US 67; US 82 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 177.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 177.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Texarkana, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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