Duncanville, TX Road Trips
Drivers starting from Duncanville, TX have 4 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Great Plains. Most drives stay under 63 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Duncanville, TX spread mainly west and north, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
240.4 mi
Houston, TX
Quickest Drive
18m
Dallas, TX
Plan Around Duncanville, TX
Popular Incoming Routes
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Continue From Duncanville, TX
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Trips from Duncanville, TX
Driving from Duncanville, TX
The typical drive from Duncanville, TX covers about 63 miles and takes around 1h 9m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 190 miles (3h 21m), while the shortest is just 14 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Duncanville, TX are Austin, TX (190.4 mi, 3h 21m), Fort Worth, TX (29.7 mi, 35m), Arlington, TX (16.6 mi, 24m), and Dallas, TX (14.1 mi, 18m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in TX currently averages around $3.78 per gallon. For the typical 63-mile trip from Duncanville, TX, budget about $9 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 4 mapped routes leaving Duncanville, TX and 1 routes heading into Duncanville, TX, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 14 to 190 miles.
The longest mapped route from Duncanville, TX covers 190 miles and takes approximately 3h 21m. Shorter options start at just 14 miles.
The average route from Duncanville, TX runs about 63 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 9m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.78/gallon for regular), the average 63-mile trip from Duncanville, TX costs roughly $9 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Duncanville, TX include Austin, TX, Fort Worth, TX, Arlington, TX and Dallas, TX. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Duncanville, TX by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
39,879
Median Income
$71,381
Median Home Value
$239,200
Median Age
37.2
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Duncanville, TX
Duncanville is a southern suburb of Dallas, part of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex in Texas. Duncanville's population was 39,000 in 2019. The city is part of the Best Southwest area, which includes Duncanville, Cedar Hill, DeSoto, and Lancaster.
The land was purchased by Illinois resident Mr. Crawford Trees in 1845. Duncanville has served as an air force training camp. With the completion of nearby Joe Pool Lake in the 1980s, Duncanville has increased in stature as a popular tourist destination. Overnight accommodations include several well-known chains, such as Motel 6 and Hilton Garden Inn. The city is home to a variety of local eateries and national restaurant chains, some of which have been in business for decades.
1 Legends Bar and Grill, 700 S Cockrell Hill Rd, ☏ +1 972-298-9991. till 2AM. Live Music (updated Jan 2017)
1 Best Western Plus, 922 E. Hwy 67 (U.S Route 67 via the Cockrell Hill Rd. Exit), ☏ +1 972-283-3000, [email protected]. from $81. (updated Jan 2017) 2 Hilton Garden Inn, 800 North Main Street (Via the Main Street Exit from Interstate 20), ☏ +1 972-283-9777. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: noon. from $99. (updated Jan 2017) 3 Holiday Inn Express & Suites, 1035 Hwy. 67, East Duncanville (U.S Route 67 via the Wheatland Rd. Exit), ☏ +1 972-298-8000, toll-free: +1-888-480-0427, [email protected]. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: 11AM. from $73. (updated Jan 2017) 4 Motel 6, 202 Jellison Blvd (Via the Duncanville Rd. exit from Interstate 20), ☏ +1 972-296-0345. Check-in: 3PM. from $50. (updated Jan 2017)
South of Dallas, along Interstate 20 generally between Texas State Highway Spur 408 and U.S. Route 67.
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