Origin
Winnsboro, TX
Morning in Winnsboro on Thursday
Local time
10:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Winnsboro, TX to Dallas, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
101.1 mi
163 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Winnsboro, TX
Robert So
Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Winnsboro to Dallas covers 101.1 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 48 minutes. This journey stays entirely within the Great Plains region of Texas, making it a straightforward trek that works perfectly as a single-day trip. You should budget approximately $15 for fuel to complete the transit. Because the route is relatively short, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or multiple rest stops. It is a practical drive for anyone looking to connect the quiet pace of Winnsboro with the fast-moving environment of Dallas.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.6 miles from Winnsboro, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 101.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero percent highway driving. You will navigate through local roads like South Broadway Street and Industrial Drive West, requiring your full attention as you transition between segments. Because there is no extended highway stretch, the longest uninterrupted portion of the road is 0 miles on South Broadway Street. The experience is defined by constant adjustments rather than high-speed momentum. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience that demands engagement with the local road network.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 77.1 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
638 ft
428 ft
Total Climb
261 ft
Total Descent
357 ft
Highest Point
638 ft
~36.1 mi in
Elevation Range
210 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 30 and East Broadway Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 22.1 miles in near I 30; US 67.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 101.1 miles you will encounter 9 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 22.1 miles (I 30; US 67): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 99.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
22.1 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 30; US 67
Merge onto I 30; US 67
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
99.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m 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
99.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m 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
99.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m 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
99.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m 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 | 77.1 mi | 1h 21m |
| East Broadway Street | 21.2 mi | 31m |
| Elm Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Broadway Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| North Lamar Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Industrial Drive West | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 30
— 77.1 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winnsboro, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on TX 11
21 mi
·
31 min
·
East Broadway Street
2
Turn right onto TX 154
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
South Broadway Street
3
Turn left onto Industrial Drive West
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Industrial Drive West
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
5
Merge onto I 30; US 67
77 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
I 30; US 67
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
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.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward US 75 North: McKinney
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Main Street West, Elm Street
Use the slight left lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward Elm Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto Elm Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
11
Turn right onto North Lamar Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Lamar Street
12
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip with no required stops, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around Dallas traffic. Aim to leave during off-peak hours, as the reliance on local roads means your travel time could fluctuate based on congestion. You won't need to plan for major fuel intervals, but keeping a $15 budget in mind ensures you are covered for the duration. Pay close attention to the transitions between South Broadway Street and Industrial Drive West to stay on track. Enjoy the efficiency of a sub-two-hour drive that gets you from point A to point B without the need for complex logistics.
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 50.6 miles from Winnsboro, TX, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.1 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 22 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.6 miles or 1h 3m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dallas, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Winnsboro, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Winnsboro, TX
This is one driving day of about 101.1 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Winnsboro, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 30 for about 77.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.6 mi from Winnsboro, TX · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.6 miles from Winnsboro, 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 77.1 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.28 one way
$30.55 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $16.72 | $33.44 |
| premium | $4.54 | $18.05 | $36.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.32 | $44.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.62 | $4.85 |
| Efficient EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.85 | $4.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.4 | 0 | $14.15 | $6.47 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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 Thursday
Local time
10:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°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
2 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
1h 58m 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 Winnsboro, TX to Dallas, TX covers 101.1 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 30, East Broadway Street, 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 50.6 miles from Winnsboro, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.28 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 101.1 miles you will encounter 9 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 22.1 miles (I 30; US 67): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 99.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Winnsboro, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 428 ft to 638 ft elevation with about 261 ft of total climbing.
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