Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
57.4 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Sanger, TX
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If you are looking to travel from Arlington to Sanger, you are in for a straightforward journey spanning 57.4 miles within the Great Plains region. This trip typically takes about 1 hour and 7 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily utilize a combination of South Stemmons Freeway, the President George Bush Turnpike, and I-35 to navigate the distance. With an estimated fuel cost of just $9, this is a budget-friendly route that doesn't require an overnight stay. Whether you are heading north for business or a quick change of pace, the drive is efficient and keeps you moving steadily toward your destination.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Stemmons Freeway | 20.9 mi | 22m |
| President George Bush Turnpike | 16.8 mi | 18m |
| I 35 | 9.6 mi | 10m |
| Tom Landry Freeway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| South Mesquite Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| East Copeland Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Center Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Stemmons Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington, TX and Sanger, TX.
Start on West Abram Street
Continue on West Abram Street
Turn left onto South Mesquite Street
Turn straight onto North Center Street
Turn slight right
Turn straight onto East Interstate 30
Continue on East Copeland Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 30
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto PGBT
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 35E
Continue on I 35; US 77
Take the exit
Turn straight onto North Stemmons Street
Turn right onto FM 455
Turn right onto I 35 Bus
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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.
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 28.7 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.5 and 25.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward PGBT North, TX 161: President George Bush Turnpike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward PGBT North: President George Bush Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 35E: Dallas, Denton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35E North: Denton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35E North: Denton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$8.67 one way
$17.35 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
| premium | $4.54 | $10.25 | $20.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.67 | $25.35 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.35
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$1
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.03 | $2.76 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.02 | $2.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23 | 0 | $8.04 | $3.67 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Arlington on Sunday
Local time
2:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Late night in Sanger on Sunday
Local time
2:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
66°F
Lewisville, TX
29 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 87% of this route consists of high-speed travel on major thoroughfares. You will spend a significant portion of your time behind the wheel on these arterial roads, including a 20.9-mile stretch along the South Stemmons Freeway that serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the trip. The character of the drive is consistent and functional, prioritizing speed and directness over winding scenic detours. Because the path remains firmly within the Great Plains, you can anticipate a steady, consistent driving environment that rewards those who prefer predictable interstate travel over technical local roads.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South Stemmons Freeway and President George Bush Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.5 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.4 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Arlington, TX and Sanger, TX, road signs point toward Pgbt North, Pgbt North: President George Bush Turnpike and Denton.
Pgbt North
Pgbt North: President George Bush Turnpike
Denton
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 57.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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.
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