This 90.7-mile drive from Arlington, TX to Whitesboro, TX is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 44 minutes. Designed as a highway-focused experience, it's perfect for a single day trip, with a projected fuel cost of around $14. You'll be traveling through the Great Plains region of Texas for the entirety of this route. This drive is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without needing to break it up overnight. The majority of your travel will be on major roadways, making it a predictable and manageable trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.4 miles from Arlington, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 54m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 35
28.7 mi
29m
South Stemmons Freeway
20.9 mi
22m
President George Bush Turnpike
16.8 mi
18m
Summitt Avenue
12.3 mi
14m
Tom Landry Freeway
2.5 mi
3m
TX 56
1.8 mi
2m
South Mesquite Street
1.2 mi
2m
North Interstate 35
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 35
— 28.7 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington, TX and Whitesboro, TX.
1
Start on West Abram Street
93 ft·8 sec·West Abram Street
2
Continue on West Abram Street
0.2 mi·34 sec·West Abram Street
3
Turn left onto South Mesquite Street
1.2 mi·2 min·South Mesquite Street
Use the left lane.
4
Turn straight onto North Center Street
0.5 mi·1 min·North Center Street
5
Turn slight right
218 ft·9 sec
Use the right lane.
6
Turn straight onto East Interstate 30
0.2 mi·45 sec·East Interstate 30
7
Continue on East Copeland Road
0.5 mi·55 sec·East Copeland Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·56 sec
Toward I 30 EastUse the straight / left lanes.
9
Merge onto I 30
2.5 mi·3 min·Tom Landry Freeway
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·27 sec
Exit 32AToward PGBT North, TX 161: President George Bush TurnpikeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward PGBT North: President George Bush TurnpikeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto PGBT
17 mi·18 min·President George Bush Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward I 35E: Dallas, DentonUse the straight / right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
1.7 mi·2 min
Toward I 35E North: DentonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·26 sec
Toward I 35E North: DentonUse the slight left lane.
16
Merge onto I 35E
21 mi·22 min·South Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on I 35; US 77
29 mi·29 min·I 35; US 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.1 mi·18 sec
Exit 498Toward US 82: Wichita Falls, ShermanUse the slight right lane.
19
Turn straight onto North Interstate 35
0.7 mi·1 min·North Interstate 35
20
Turn right onto US 82
12 mi·14 min·Summitt Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi·46 sec
Toward TX 56: Main Street
22
Turn right onto TX 56
1.8 mi·2 min·TX 56
23
Turn left onto US 377 Business
147 ft·3 sec·North Union Street
24
Arrive at destination
US 377 Business
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 44 minutes, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. You could depart in the morning to arrive well before lunch, or head out in the afternoon to avoid the busiest traffic. With no designated stops in the data, you can decide when and where to take breaks based on your own needs, but keep in mind the longest stretch without a planned stop is nearly 30 miles. A helpful tip for this route is to monitor traffic on I-35, as it's a major artery and can experience delays, especially during peak commuting hours.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 45.4 miles from Arlington, TX, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.7 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 20 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.4 miles or 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Whitesboro, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Arlington, TX
This is one driving day of about 90.7 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Arlington, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 35 for about 28.7 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.5 and 75.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
5.5 mi into trip|~10m in
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 32A
Toward PGBT North, TX 161: President George Bus...
7
5.8 mi into trip|~10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PGBT North: President George Bush Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward PGBT North: President George Bush Turnpi...
7
23.4 mi into trip|~30m in
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
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 35E: Dallas, Denton
7
23.7 mi into trip|~30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35E North: Denton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35E North: Denton
8
75.4 mi into trip|~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward US 82: Wichita Falls, Sherman
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 498
Toward US 82: Wichita Falls, Sherman
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.70 one way
$27.41 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$15.00
$30.00
premium
$4.54
$16.19
$32.39
diesel
$5.61
$20.03
$40.05
Estimated Tolls: $1.35
President George Bush Turnpike
(16.8 mi)$1.35
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
$14
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.2
0
$9.52
$4.35
Efficient EV
22.7
0
$7.94
$3.63
EV Truck/SUV
36.3
0
$12.70
$5.80
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 19, 2026
Origin
Arlington, TX
Late night
in Arlington on Tuesday
Local time
3:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Whitesboro, TX
Late night
in Whitesboro on Tuesday
Local time
3:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
62°F
Corinth, TX
45 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 44m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 predominantly highway experience on this route, with 79% of the drive taking place on major roads like I-35 and the President George Bush Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 28.7 miles on I-35, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. This isn't a winding, scenic byway; it's a functional drive designed for efficient travel. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained, multi-lane highways, so be prepared for typical interstate driving conditions.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.7 mi on I 35.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and South Stemmons Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.5 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 90.7 miles you will encounter 17 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
832 ft427 ft
Total Climb
475 ft
Total Descent
260 ft
Highest Point
832 ft
~84.2 mi in
Elevation Range
406 ft
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 Whitesboro, TX, road signs point toward Pgbt North, Pgbt North: President George Bush Turnpike, Denton and Sherman.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 90.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.7 miles on I 35. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.35 in tolls one way, starting with President George Bush Turnpike. 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.
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 Whitesboro, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Whitesboro, TX before heading back.
