Origin
Wylie, TX
Afternoon in Wylie on Sunday
Local time
3:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wylie, TX to Dallas, TX
Drive Time
39m
Distance
27.6 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wylie, TX
Thomas balabaud
Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Wylie to Dallas covers a modest 30.4 miles, typically requiring about 39 minutes of travel time. Because this is a short journey within the Great Plains region of Texas, it is perfectly suited for a quick day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You can expect to spend approximately $5 on fuel for the entire drive. Since there are no required stops along the way, you have the flexibility to head straight to your destination without interruption. This route serves as a practical connection between suburban Wylie and the urban center of Dallas, making it a straightforward trip for commuters and visitors alike.
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
13.8 miles from Wylie, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way into the city. Unlike long-distance highway hauls, this route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will be relying on local infrastructure throughout the duration of your travel. You will utilize a combination of Highway 78, FM 544, and 14th Street to complete the transit. Because the longest stretch on Highway 78 is 0 miles, you should be prepared for frequent turns and constant road navigation rather than miles of uninterrupted cruising. This personality makes the drive feel more like a suburban transit experience than a traditional open-road adventure.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Central Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 15.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on North Central Expressway and FM 544. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 27.6 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 10.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
10.1 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
10.4 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 75 South: Dallas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 75 South: Dallas
8
26.1 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward Waco, Denton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 1A
Toward Waco, Denton
7
26.5 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Saint Paul Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Saint Paul Street
6
27.1 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward Field Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Field Street
Towns Along This Route
Between Wylie, TX and Dallas, TX, road signs point toward Pgbt Toll West, Waco and Denton.
Pgbt Toll West
9.6 mi in
|
~17m
Waco
26.1 mi in
|
~36m
Denton
26.1 mi in
|
~36m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Central Expressway | 15.2 mi | 16m |
| FM 544 | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| East Plano Parkway | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| East FM 544 | 1 mi | 2m |
| 14th Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West FM 544 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South State Highway 78 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| President George Bush Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Central Expressway
— 15.2 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wylie, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on North Ballard Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Ballard Avenue
2
Turn right onto TX 78
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
South State Highway 78
3
Turn right onto FM 544
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
FM 544
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on FM 544
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East FM 544
5
Continue on FM 544
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West FM 544
6
Continue on 14th Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
14th Street
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on East Plano Parkway
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
East Plano Parkway
8
Turn left onto Jupiter Road
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Jupiter Road
Use the left lane.
9
Turn slight right
167 ft
·
7 sec
10
Turn straight onto TX 190
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
President George Bush Highway
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward PGBT Toll West
12
Merge onto PGBT
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
·
President George Bush Turnpike
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 75 South: Dallas
Use the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto US 75
15 mi
·
16 min
·
North Central Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 1A
Toward Waco, Denton
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward Saint Paul Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on Spur 366
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Woodall Rodgers Freeway
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Field Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on Broom Street
170 ft
·
3 sec
·
Broom Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on Broom Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Broom Street
22
Turn slight left
173 ft
·
7 sec
Toward Lamar Street, Continental Avenue
23
Turn straight
136 ft
·
6 sec
24
Keep slight right at fork
251 ft
·
15 sec
25
Turn left onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lamar Street
26
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Since the trip takes less than an hour, you have significant flexibility in your departure schedule. You won't need to plan for formal rest stops or overnight lodging, so feel free to time your departure based on local traffic patterns between Wylie and Dallas. Keep in mind that with a $5 fuel budget, you can easily complete the round trip on a single tank of gas. Because this is a turn-heavy route, ensure your GPS is ready to guide you through the transition from FM 544 to 14th Street well in advance. Staying alert for changing road signs is the best way to ensure a smooth transition from the quieter streets of Wylie to the denser traffic of Dallas.
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 13.8 miles from Wylie, TX, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.2 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 27.6 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.8 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
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 Wylie, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Wylie, TX
This is one driving day of about 27.6 miles and 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wylie, 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 North Central Expressway for about 15.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.8 mi from Wylie, TX · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 27.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.8 miles from Wylie, 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.
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
$4.22 one way
$8.43 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $4.62 | $9.24 |
| premium | $4.59 | $4.99 | $9.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.13 | $12.26 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.24
Central Expressway
(15.2 mi)
$1.22
President George Bush Turnpike
(0.3 mi)
$0.02
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.90 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.77 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
3:05 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
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
39m 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 Wylie, TX to Dallas, TX covers 27.6 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Central Expressway, FM 544, East Plano Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.8 miles from Wylie, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.22 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 demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 27.6 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 10.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Wylie, TX and Dallas, TX, road signs point toward Pgbt Toll West, Waco and Denton.
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