Skip to main content
US Trip Planner Logo
US Trip Planner

Trip from Arlington, TX to Barrett, TX

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 52m

Distance

269.7 mi

434 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$41

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 39m ★
6 AM
4h 52m
8 AM
5h 19m
10 AM
5h 2m
12 PM
4h 59m
3 PM
5h 3m
5 PM
5h 18m
8 PM
4h 44m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Best Time Drive vs Fly
Google Maps Waze Apple Maps
Download GPX
suburban city in Tarrant County, Texas, United States

Arlington, TX

Wikimedia Commons

Downtown Barrett, TX, TX

Barrett, TX

Mark Direen

Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Arlington to Barrett, Texas, expect a straightforward journey covering 269.7 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 4 hours and 52 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your path will primarily take you along the Julius Schepps Freeway, the Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway, and HTR. Budgeting approximately $41 for fuel is a smart move for this Great Plains excursion. Because you are traveling within the same region, you will experience a consistent environment throughout the entire drive. It is a practical, no-nonsense route for those looking to reach their destination efficiently.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

134.9 miles from Arlington, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 24m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Julius Schepps Freeway 203.2 mi 3h 28m
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway 15.4 mi 16m
HTR 13 mi 15m
North Sam Houston Tollway East 10.1 mi 11m
Crosby Freeway 6.7 mi 7m
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway 5.9 mi 6m
North Sam Houston Parkway East 5.8 mi 7m
South Collins Street 4.1 mi 7m
Longest stretch: Julius Schepps Freeway — 203.2 mi, about 3h 28m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Arlington, TX and Barrett, TX.

1

Start on West Abram Street

93 ft · 8 sec · West Abram Street
2

Continue on West Abram Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Abram Street
3

Turn right

153 ft · 6 sec
Use the right lane.
4

Turn slight right onto South Collins Street

4.1 mi · 7 min · South Collins Street
Use the left lane.
5

Turn left onto East Interstate 20

0.3 mi · 28 sec · East Interstate 20
Use the left lane.
6

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Toward I 20 East Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7

Merge onto I 20

5.9 mi · 6 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on I 20

15 mi · 16 min · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec
Exit 473C Toward I 45 South: Houston Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Merge onto I 45

203 mi · 3 hr 28 min · Julius Schepps Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit onto HTR

13 mi · 15 min · HTR
Exit 72B Toward Hardy Toll Road South Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

494 ft · 12 sec
Toward BW 8 Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Turn straight onto East Hardy Street

0.3 mi · 42 sec · East Hardy Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
14

Turn left onto North Sam Houston Parkway East

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Sam Houston Parkway East
Use the left / straight lanes.
15

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Toward BW 8 East Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16

Merge onto BW 8

4.8 mi · 5 min · North Sam Houston Parkway East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Continue on SHT

10 mi · 11 min · North Sam Houston Tollway East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Toward US 90 Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Turn straight onto BW 8

1.2 mi · 2 min · East Sam Houston Parkway North
20

Keep slight left at fork onto BW 8

0.7 mi · 1 min · East Sam Houston Parkway North
Use the straight / right lanes.
21

Turn left onto Crosby Freeway Frontage Road

0.3 mi · 28 sec · Crosby Freeway Frontage Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
22

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Toward US 90 East
23

Merge onto US 90

6.7 mi · 7 min · Crosby Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 39 sec
Toward FM 2100, FM 1942: Crosby Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Turn sharp right onto FM 2100

0.2 mi · 33 sec · Crosby Lynchburg Road
26

Turn left onto FM 1942

74 ft · 1 sec · Farm to Market 1942
Use the left lane.
27

Arrive at destination

FM 1942

Trip Plan

To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the nearly five-hour journey. Leaving early in the morning can help you bypass potential congestion on the major freeways, especially as you navigate the transition between the Julius Schepps and Lyndon B. Johnson segments. Since the vast majority of your time is spent on high-speed highways, ensure your vehicle is prepped for sustained speeds before you depart. Keep your $41 fuel budget in mind, and consider fueling up before hitting the longest 203.2-mile freeway stretch to avoid paying premium prices at isolated stops. Flexibility is your best asset here, so don't hesitate to pull over if you need a quick reset during the long middle portion of the trip.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 134.9 miles from Arlington, TX, or about 2h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 203.2 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 59 miles or 1h 6m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 134.9 miles or 2h 24m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 53m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barrett, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

+

Open the route before leaving Arlington, 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 Arlington, TX

This is one driving day of about 269.7 miles and 4h 52m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Arlington, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Julius Schepps Freeway for about 203.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Corsicana, TX, TX

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Corsicana, TX

135 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

Waxahachie, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 59 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Corsicana, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 134.9 miles from Arlington, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Julius Schepps Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 203.2 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Dennis Johnston Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 231.2

Spring, Texas

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17132740930

Visit website

Candy Cane Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 211.9

Conroe, Texas

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+19365223804

Visit website

The Woodlands Waterway

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 231.2

The Woodlands, Texas

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 4.8 and 269.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
4.8 mi into trip | ~9m in | East Interstate 20

Turn left onto East Interstate 20

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
5.1 mi into trip | ~9m in

Take the ramp toward I 20 East

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward I 20 East
7
26.7 mi into trip | ~33m in

Take the exit toward I 45 South: Houston

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 473C Toward I 45 South: Houston
7
230.2 mi into trip | ~4h 2m in | HTR

Take the exit onto HTR toward Hardy Toll Road South

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 72B Toward Hardy Toll Road South
7
269.2 mi into trip | ~4h 50m in

Take the exit toward FM 2100, FM 1942: Crosby

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. Toward FM 2100, FM 1942: Crosby

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$40.75 one way

$81.50 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 94 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $44.61 $89.21
premium $4.54 $48.15 $96.31
diesel $5.61 $59.55 $119.09

Estimated Tolls: $0.81

Sam Houston Tollway (10.1 mi) $0.81

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

$41

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$67–$92

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 94.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 80.9 0 $28.32 $12.95
Efficient EV 67.4 0 $23.60 $10.79
EV Truck/SUV 107.9 1 $37.76 $17.26

Gas CO2

94 kg

EV CO2

32 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Arlington, TX

Night in Arlington on Saturday

Local time

11:15 PM

CDT

Current temp

88°F

Mostly Sunny

S 10 to 15 mph 4% chance Live forecast

Destination

Barrett, TX

Night in Barrett on Saturday

Local time

11:15 PM

CDT

Current temp

64°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

24 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

4h 52m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 87% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will face a significant stretch early on, as the Julius Schepps Freeway accounts for 203.2 miles of the total distance. Expect a steady, interstate-heavy experience that prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic detours. While the road personality is largely defined by this long, uninterrupted freeway segment, the transition between these major arteries keeps the drive moving at a consistent clip. Be prepared for a focused, high-speed travel experience that demands your attention on the road rather than the scenery.

87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 203.2 mi on Julius Schepps Freeway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Julius Schepps Freeway and Lyndon B Johnson Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near East Interstate 20.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 269.7 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 4.8 miles (East Interstate 20): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 26.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Arlington, TX and Barrett, TX, road signs point toward Hardy Toll Road South, Bw 8 and Bw 8 East.

Hardy Toll Road South

230.2 mi in | ~4h 2m | via HTR

Bw 8

243.2 mi in | ~4h 17m

Bw 8 East

244.6 mi in | ~4h 20m

About the Cities

Starting in Arlington, TX

Full guide →

Founded 1876

Arlington is a city in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex metropolitan area, in the Prairies and Lakes region of Texas. With a population of almost 400,000 (2019), it is Texas' seventh largest, and the third largest in the Metroplex. Arlington is south of the sprawling DFW International Airport.

Top landmarks

  • • Six Flags Over Texas — amusement park
  • • Mini Mine Train — Steel roller coaster
  • • Arlington Museum of Art — art museum in Texas, United States

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 52m. Total distance: 269.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 203.2 miles on Julius Schepps Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.81 in tolls one way, starting with Sam Houston Tollway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Barrett, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles (East Interstate 20): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 26.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Barrett, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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.

Was this helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!

/500

Explore More

Continue From Barrett, TX

El Paso, TX 764.4 mi · 12h 44m San Antonio, TX 215.7 mi · 3h 52m Houston, TX 21.6 mi · 28m

More from Arlington, TX

Tornillo, TX 584.9 mi · 9h 48m Laguna Heights, TX 535.8 mi · 9h 54m West Sharyland, TX 526.2 mi · 9h 17m Alton, TX 524.1 mi · 9h 13m Alton North (historical), TX 522.9 mi · 9h 12m Murillo Colonia, TX 518.2 mi · 9h 4m

More trips to Barrett, TX

Laredo, TX 370.5 mi Fort Worth, TX 275.7 mi Plano, TX 270.7 mi Dallas, TX 254.2 mi Austin, TX 182.6 mi Montopolis, TX 178.7 mi
Escape planner: Arlington, TX Scenic drives in TX

Explore more options from Arlington, TX or browse trips ending in Barrett, TX.

Looking for more statewide routes? Browse TX road trips.