Traveling from Arlington to West Sharyland covers 526.2 miles of Texas terrain, keeping you within the Great Plains region for the duration of the trip. With a total driving time of approximately 9 hours and 17 minutes, attempting this in a single day is a significant undertaking that is best split over two days for a more comfortable experience. You should budget around $80 for fuel to complete the trek. The route relies on major corridors like the TX 130 Toll, South Freeway, and South Nueces Street to bridge the gap between North and South Texas. Since you are staying within the same state, you can expect a consistent atmosphere, but the length of the journey makes strategic planning essential for a smooth arrival.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
263.1 miles from Arlington, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 29m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between Arlington, TX and West Sharyland, TX.
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Start on West Abram Street
93 ft·8 sec·West Abram Street
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Continue on West Abram Street
417 ft·21 sec·West Abram Street
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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.
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Turn left onto FM 157
1.5 mi·2 min·South Cooper Street
Use the left lane.
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Keep slight right at fork onto FM 157
1.0 mi·1 min·South Cooper Street
Use the left lane.
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Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
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Merge onto I 20
10 mi·11 min·Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 437Toward I 35W South, I 35W North: Waco, DentonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 35W South: WacoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Merge onto I 35W
78 mi·1 hr 20 min·South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 35; US 77
6.6 mi·7 min·North Jack Kultgen Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 35
38 mi·39 min·Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35
26 mi·26 min·I 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.7 mi·55 sec
Exit 265Toward TX 130 Toll South: San AntonioUse the slight right lane.
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Continue on TX 130 Toll
86 mi·1 hr 19 min·TX 130 Toll
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 10 West: San AntonioUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 10; TX 130
11 mi·11 min·I 10; TX 130
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on I 10; US 90; TX 130
9.4 mi·9 min·I 10; US 90; TX 130
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
12 mi·12 min·I 10; US 90; TX 130
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork onto I 410
1.4 mi·1 min·Connally Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Merge onto I 410; TX 130
6.7 mi·7 min·Connally Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 41Toward I 37, US 281 North: San Antonio, Corpus ChristiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 37 South: Corpus ChristiUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
25
Merge onto I 37
60 mi·1 hr 1 min·I 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit onto US 281 South
15 mi·19 min·US 281 South
Toward US 281 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork onto US 281
66 mi·1 hr 10 min·South Nueces Street
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 69C; US 281
9.5 mi·10 min·I 69C; US 281
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 69C; US 281
56 mi·58 min·Falfurrias Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 69C; US 281
7.2 mi·7 min·I 69C; US 281
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Take the exit
0.3 mi·23 sec
Exit 10Toward US 281 Business South: EdinburgUse the slight right lane.
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Continue on North Expressway 281
0.4 mi·38 sec·North Expressway 281
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Continue on US 281 Business
3.0 mi·4 min·US 281 Business
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Turn right onto US 281 Business; TX 107
377 ft·13 sec·West McIntyre Street
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Turn left onto US 281 Business; TX 107
360 ft·10 sec·North 10th Avenue
Use the left / right lanes.
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Turn right onto TX 107
9.1 mi·13 min·West University Drive
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Turn left onto TX 107
3.0 mi·4 min·Conway Street
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Turn right onto 4N
0.9 mi·2 min·4 Mile Line
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Turn left onto Cerda Boulevard
0.1 mi·34 sec·Cerda Boulevard
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Turn left onto Montana Street
424 ft·18 sec·Montana Street
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Arrive at destination
Montana Street
Trip Plan
To manage the 526.2-mile distance effectively, plan for at least two dedicated stops to break up the 9-hour and 17-minute drive. Departing early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid fatigue and ensure you reach West Sharyland before late evening. Because this is a long-distance haul, keep a close watch on your fuel levels to stay within your $80 budget, especially when navigating the longer toll segments. Since the route includes a substantial highway share, stay alert during the 86.1-mile stretch on TX 130 Toll where consistent speeds can lead to highway hypnosis. Breaking the trip into two days will keep you refreshed and make the transition between the northern and southern parts of the state much more manageable.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 263.1 miles from Arlington, TX, or about 4h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.1 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 116 miles or 2h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 263.1 miles or 4h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 263.1 miles or 4h 29m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 8h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Sharyland, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Arlington, TX
Aim for roughly 263 miles and 4.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into West Sharyland, TX
Aim for roughly 263 miles and 4.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 116 miles from Arlington, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on TX 130 Toll for about 86.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 32
5 decision points cluster between mile 15.9 and 294 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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15.9 mi into trip|~21m in
Take the exit toward I 35W South, I 35W North: Waco, Denton
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.
Exit 437
Toward I 35W South, I 35W North: Waco, Denton
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16.1 mi into trip|~22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35W South: Waco
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35W South: Waco
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166 mi into trip|~2h 58m in
Take the exit toward TX 130 Toll South: San Antonio
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 265
Toward TX 130 Toll South: San Antonio
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252.8 mi into trip|~4h 18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 West: San Antonio
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 10 West: San Antonio
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294 mi into trip|~5h 1m in
Take the exit toward I 37, US 281 North: San Antonio, Corpus Christi
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.
Exit 41
Toward I 37, US 281 North: San Antonio, Corpus...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$79.51 one way
$159.02 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg184 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$87.03
$174.06
premium
$4.54
$93.95
$187.90
diesel
$5.61
$116.18
$232.36
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$80
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$210–$320
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 184.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $55 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
157.9
1
$55.25
$25.26
Efficient EV
131.6
1
$46.04
$21.05
EV Truck/SUV
210.5
2
$73.67
$33.68
Gas CO2
184 kg
EV CO2
62 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 12, 2026
Origin
Arlington, TX
Night
in Arlington on Saturday
Local time
9:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 15 mph51% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 12 at 4:41PM CDT until April 12 at 4:45PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued April 12 at 4:41PM CDT until April 12 at 7:45PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Destination
West Sharyland, TX
Night
in West Sharyland on Saturday
Local time
9:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SE 17 mph35% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 12 at 4:41PM CDT until April 12 at 4:45PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued April 12 at 4:41PM CDT until April 12 at 7:45PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
7 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
9h 17m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a long-distance drive where about 73% of your time is spent on highways. The route features a mix of high-speed corridors and local stretches, with the longest uninterrupted segment being an 86.1-mile run along the TX 130 Toll. You will find that the character of the road shifts as you transition from the northern urban sprawl toward the southern regions of the state. While much of the drive involves maintaining steady speeds on major thoroughfares, you will need to navigate through varied traffic conditions. It is a functional, straightforward journey that requires focus as you cover the significant mileage between your starting point and final destination.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.1 mi on TX 130 Toll.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 130 Toll and South Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.9 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 32 significant decision points across 526.2 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 15.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 166 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
783 ft82 ft
Total Climb
757 ft
Total Descent
1,189 ft
Highest Point
783 ft
~153.5 mi in
Elevation Range
701 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Arlington, TX to West Sharyland, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Corpus Christi along the way.
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
The longest stretch is about 86.1 miles on TX 130 Toll. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 263 miles on day one.
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 West Sharyland, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 15.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 166 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 9.3 hours each way, a round trip means 18.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at West Sharyland, TX before the return drive.
