Road Trips from Lakeway, TX
Lakeway, TX is a great starting point for a variety of Texas road trips. You've got options for quick half-day excursions and longer weekend adventures. Many routes feature mostly flat terrain and offer access to parks, including the Waco Mammoth National Monument, making them ideal for nature lovers. If you're up for a more extended journey, there are longer drives with varied terrain and multiple park options that are perfect for a full weekend escape.
Total Routes
12
Shortest
3.7h
With Parks Nearby
12
Full-day getaway
Dallas, TX
3h 42m203.2 mi one way
This 3.7-hour drive to Dallas offers a high drive score of 10. It's a solid choice if you want a direct route with mixed highway and surface roads, getting you there efficiently. It's also closer than the longer Dallas-area destinations like Garland.
Grand Prairie, TX
3h 51m207.7 mi one way
With a drive time of 3.9 hours and a perfect drive score of 10, Grand Prairie is a convenient option. The route is primarily mixed highway and surface roads, similar to the Dallas trip, and offers a slightly different destination within the same general region.
Weekend trip
8 total in this range
Garland, TX
6h 27m353.2 mi one way
This 6.5-hour drive to Garland is the longest option to the Dallas area. It utilizes mostly highway, ensuring a steady pace for the 353.2 miles. It's a good choice if you prefer a longer drive to reach a specific destination further into the metroplex.
Corpus Christi, TX
4h 12m227.8 mi one way
For a coastal feel, Corpus Christi is a 4.2-hour drive away. This route scores a 9 for its mostly highway profile and offers access to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. The terrain remains mostly flat, making for a comfortable journey.
McKinney, TX
4h 20m235.2 mi one way
McKinney is a 4.3-hour drive, offering a mixed highway and surface road experience with a drive score of 9. It’s a comparable distance to Plano and Dallas, providing another option in the northern Texas region with park access.
Plano, TX
4h 4m222 mi one way
This 4.1-hour drive to Plano features a mixed highway and surface road profile and a drive score of 9. It's a solid mid-range option in terms of distance, similar to McKinney and Dallas, and includes access to Waco Mammoth National Monument.
Laredo, TX
4h 32m245.8 mi one way
Laredo is a 4.5-hour drive, featuring mostly surface roads with a drive score of 9. This route offers a different direction south and includes access to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. The terrain is mostly flat, ensuring an easy drive.
Long-haul ideas
Amarillo, TX
8h 59m485.1 mi one way
This is your longest drive option at 9 hours, covering 485.1 miles with a drive score of 9. It features mostly highway driving through hilly terrain and offers access to multiple parks like Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park and Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument. An overnight stay is recommended.
El Paso, TX
9h 39m574.6 mi one way
The ultimate Texas road trip, El Paso is a 9.7-hour drive, spanning 574.6 miles with a drive score of 8. This long-haul route has hilly terrain and provides access to Chamizal National Memorial. An overnight is definitely recommended for this extensive journey.
Browse by Mood
Dallas, TX
3h 42m203.2 mi one way
Garland, TX
6h 27m353.2 mi one way
Grand Prairie, TX
3h 51m207.7 mi one way
Amarillo, TX
8h 59m485.1 mi one way
Dallas, TX
3h 42m203.2 mi one way
Garland, TX
6h 27m353.2 mi one way
Grand Prairie, TX
3h 51m207.7 mi one way
Amarillo, TX
8h 59m485.1 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers pleasant driving conditions across most routes, with access to parks like Waco Mammoth National Monument providing opportunities for outdoor exploration.
Summer
Summer heat is a consideration for longer drives, though the mostly flat terrain on many routes makes them manageable. Park access remains a consistent benefit.
Fall
Fall provides excellent weather for driving, especially for the longer trips to Amarillo or El Paso. Parks like San Antonio Missions National Historical Park are ideal for visiting.
Winter
Winter drives are generally clear, particularly for the shorter trips. The hilly terrain on the routes to Amarillo and El Paso is navigable, but check conditions for longer journeys.
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