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Trip from Arlington, TX to Menard, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 24, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 48m
Distance
224.2 mi
361 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 35m
★
6 AM
4h 49m
8 AM
5h 16m
10 AM
4h 58m
12 PM
4h 55m
3 PM
4h 59m
5 PM
5h 14m
8 PM
4h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arlington, TX
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Menard, TX
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Trip Overview
Arlington, TX to Menard, TX is 224 miles and takes about 4 hours 48 minutes via West Abram Street and South Center Street, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Great Plains region, traversing Texas on primarily surface roads. Expect a straightforward drive that bypasses major interstate travel. It's a good option for a single-day trip when you want to avoid the hustle of highway speeds and prefer a more grounded pace.
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
112.1 miles from Arlington, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 17m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 377 South | 54.6 mi | 1h 17m |
| Cresson Bypass | 42.5 mi | 50m |
| US Highway 67 | 34.4 mi | 39m |
| United States Highway 190 | 18.7 mi | 27m |
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway | 18.7 mi | 20m |
| East US Highway 190 | 11.2 mi | 11m |
| South US Highway 377 | 7.5 mi | 8m |
| Dublin Bypass | 4.8 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 377 South
— 54.6 mi, about 1h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington, TX and Menard, TX.
1
Start on West Abram Street
93 ft
·
8 sec
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West Abram Street
2
Continue on West Abram Street
417 ft
·
21 sec
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West Abram Street
3
Turn right onto South Center Street
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
South Center Street
Use the right lane.
4
Turn right onto Spur 303
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
West Pioneer Parkway
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left onto FM 157
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Cooper Street
Use the left lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 157
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Cooper Street
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
8
Merge onto I 20
16 mi
·
16 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 20
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Toward I 20 West
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 429A
Toward US 377: Granbury
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward US 377 North
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Turn straight onto Southwest Loop 820
369 ft
·
9 sec
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Southwest Loop 820
13
Turn left onto US 377
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Benbrook Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Continue on US 377
11 mi
·
12 min
·
US Highway 377 South
15
Continue on US 377
42 mi
·
50 min
·
Cresson Bypass
16
Continue on US 377
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
East South Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on US 67; US 377
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on US 67; US 377
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
South US Highway 377
19
Continue on US 67; US 377
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Dublin Bypass
20
Continue on US 67; US 377
2.3 mi
·
2 min
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Southwest US Highway 377
21
Continue on US 67; US 377
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US Highway 67
22
Continue on US 67; US 377; TX 36
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
East Central Avenue
23
Continue on US 67; US 377
19 mi
·
21 min
·
US Highway 67
24
Continue on US 67; US 377
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Early Boulevard
25
Continue on US 67; US 84; US 377
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
East Commerce Street
26
Turn left onto US 377
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
27
Continue on US 377
44 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
US Highway 377 South
28
Continue on US 377
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Bridge Street
29
At end of road, turn left onto US 190; US 377
127 ft
·
1 sec
·
Main Street
30
Turn right onto US 190; US 377
356 ft
·
9 sec
·
Blackburn Street
31
Turn right onto US 190; US 377
274 ft
·
11 sec
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East Commerce Street
32
Turn left onto US 87; US 190; US 377
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Street
33
Turn right onto US 190
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Menard Highway
34
Continue on US 190
19 mi
·
27 min
·
United States Highway 190
35
Continue on US 190
11 mi
·
11 min
·
East US Highway 190
36
At end of road, turn left onto US 83; US 190
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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US 83; US 190
37
Turn right onto FM 2092
54 ft
·
1 sec
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West San Saba Avenue
38
Arrive at destination
FM 2092
Trip Plan
With a total drive time under 5 hours, this trip is easily completed in one day. Aim to depart Arlington in the morning to allow for a relaxed pace and potential unscheduled stops along the way. Since you'll be on surface roads for the entirety of the 224 miles, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you get closer to Menard, as services might be less frequent than on major highways. The estimated fuel cost is around $32, so factor that into your budget. This relatively short distance offers flexibility; you can adjust your departure time based on your morning activities.
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 112.1 miles from Arlington, TX, or about 2h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.6 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 49 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112.1 miles or 2h 17m 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 Menard, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Arlington, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 224.2 miles and 4h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 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 US Highway 377 South for about 54.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
112 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 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 112.1 miles from Arlington, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 24.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Center Street
Turn right onto South Center Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
4.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
FM 157 / South Cooper Street
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 157 / South Cooper Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
21.1 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway toward I 20 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 20 West
7
24.3 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward US 377: Granbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 429A
Toward US 377: Granbury
8
24.5 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 377 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward US 377 North
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.66 one way
$67.31 round trip
$3.81/gal
25.4 MPG avg
78 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $37.24 | $74.48 |
| premium | $4.57 | $40.29 | $80.59 |
| diesel | $6.28 | $55.40 | $110.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 67.3 | 0 | $23.54 | $10.76 |
| Efficient EV | 56.1 | 0 | $19.62 | $8.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 89.7 | 1 | $31.39 | $14.35 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% 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.
Origin
Arlington, TX
Evening in Arlington on Friday
Local time
7:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Mostly Sunny
SE 0 to 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Menard, TX
Evening in Menard on Friday
Local time
7:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Sunny
SE 0 to 10 mph
1% chance
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
4h 48m 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 route features 0% highway driving, meaning you'll be on surface roads for the entire 224 miles. The drive begins on West Abram Street and South Center Street, transitioning to West Pioneer Parkway. Given the extensive surface road usage, anticipate navigating through various towns and intersections, which will contribute to the overall 4 hour 48 minute duration.
58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
38 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54.6 mi on US Highway 377 South.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Center Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 224.2 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 0.1 miles (South Center Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles (FM 157 / South Cooper Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.1 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,964 ft
604 ft
Total Climb
1,926 ft
Total Descent
646 ft
Highest Point
1,964 ft
~208.2 mi in
Elevation Range
1,360 ft
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 48m. Total distance: 224.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54.6 miles on US Highway 377 South. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Menard, 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. There are 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South Center Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles (FM 157 / South Cooper Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.1 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Menard, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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