Origin
Tool, TX
Morning in Tool on Friday
Local time
9:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tool, TX to Dallas, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
58.9 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tool, TX
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Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
This 58.9-mile drive from Tool, TX to Dallas, TX is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 12 minutes. It's an ideal day trip, with no need to split the journey or book an overnight stay. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $9, making it an economical option for travel within the Great Plains region of Texas. You'll primarily be on East US Highway 175, State Highway 274, and South Seven Points Boulevard, offering a direct path to your destination.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 58.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for this journey, with 82% of the route utilizing highway conditions. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 40.4 miles on East US Highway 175, allowing for a good pace. While largely a highway experience, the incorporation of State Highway 274 and South Seven Points Boulevard might offer slight variations in the driving feel as you approach Dallas. It's a route designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic exploration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East US Highway 175 is the longest continuous segment at about 40.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on East US Highway 175 and State Highway 274. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 13 miles in near US 175 Bus / South Elm Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 12m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13 miles (US 175 Bus / South Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles (US 175 / East US Highway 175): Lane positioning matters here; at 55.2 miles (I 45 / Julius Schepps Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
13 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
US 175 Bus / South Elm Street
Turn left onto US 175 Bus / South Elm Street
Navigation decision point
5
14.9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
US 175 / East US Highway 175
Turn left onto US 175 / East US Highway 175
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
55.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
I 45 / Julius Schepps Freeway
Merge onto I 45 / Julius Schepps Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
57.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward Main Street West, Elm 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 284B
Toward Main Street West, Elm Street
8
57.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| East US Highway 175 | 40.4 mi | 43m |
| State Highway 274 | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| South Seven Points Boulevard | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| South Tool Drive | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Julius Schepps Freeway | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| South Elm Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Elm Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Lamar Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East US Highway 175
— 40.4 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tool, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on TX 274
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
South Tool Drive
2
Continue on TX 274
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
South Seven Points Boulevard
3
Continue on TX 274
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 274
4
Turn left onto US 175 Bus
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
South Elm Street
5
Turn left onto US 175
40 mi
·
43 min
·
East US Highway 175
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 45
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Julius Schepps Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 284B
Toward Main Street West, Elm Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward Elm Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Turn straight onto Elm Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
10
Turn right onto North Lamar Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Lamar Street
11
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.5 mi from Tool, TX · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.5 miles from Tool, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.90 one way
$17.80 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $9.74 | $19.48 |
| premium | $4.54 | $10.52 | $21.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.00 | $26.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.18 | $2.83 |
| Efficient EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.15 | $2.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.25 | $3.77 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Morning in Dallas on Friday
Local time
9:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
13 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
1h 12m 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 Tool, TX to Dallas, TX covers 58.9 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East US Highway 175, State Highway 274, South Seven Points Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.5 miles from Tool, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.90 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 1h 12m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 13 miles (US 175 Bus / South Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles (US 175 / East US Highway 175): Lane positioning matters here; at 55.2 miles (I 45 / Julius Schepps Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Tool, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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