Arlington, TX to Woodville, TX is 239 miles and takes about 4h 38m via C F Hawn Freeway, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive keeps you primarily on major roads for most of the journey. You'll be traveling within the Great Plains region for the entirety of this trip, starting and ending in Texas. With a recommended one-day duration and a manageable fuel cost, this route is a straightforward option for a quick trip.
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
119.5 miles from Arlington, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 17m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
C F Hawn Freeway
58.8 mi
1h 3m
East Denman Avenue
38.5 mi
43m
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
21.4 mi
22m
US Highway 175 East
20.8 mi
22m
US Highway 69 South
20.8 mi
23m
US Highway 69 North
16.2 mi
18m
Rusk Street
15.1 mi
19m
US Highway 175
13.3 mi
14m
Longest stretch:
C F Hawn Freeway
— 58.8 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington, TX and Woodville, 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 EastUse 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
21 mi·22 min·Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 479BToward US 175 East: KaufmanUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto US 175
59 mi·1 hr 3 min·C F Hawn Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on US 175 Bus
151 ft·9 sec·US Highway 175 West
12
Turn left onto US 175 Bus; TX 31 Bus
2.5 mi·4 min·West Corsicana Street
13
Continue on US 175 Bus
21 mi·22 min·US Highway 175 East
14
Continue on US 175
2.0 mi·3 min·West Pine Street
15
Continue on US 175
13 mi·14 min·US Highway 175
16
Continue on US 175
0.6 mi·58 sec·Frankston Highway
17
Continue on US 175
0.2 mi·21 sec·Alexander Boulevard
18
At end of road, turn right onto US 69
3.3 mi·4 min·North Jackson Street
19
Continue on US 69
9.5 mi·10 min·US Highway 69 North
20
Continue on US 69
3.4 mi·3 min·North Dickinson Drive
21
Continue on US 69
9.3 mi·10 min·US Highway 69 South
22
Continue on US 69
1.5 mi·1 min·North Marcus Street
23
Continue on US 69
11 mi·13 min·US Highway 69 South
24
Continue on US 69
15 mi·19 min·Rusk Street
25
Take the exit
0.1 mi·15 sec
26
Continue on Loop 287 Frontage Road
0.5 mi·49 sec·Loop 287 Frontage Road
27
Continue on Loop 287
0.1 mi·17 sec·Loop 287 Frontage Road
28
Turn right onto US 69 Bus
2.1 mi·3 min·Kurth Drive
29
Turn straight onto US 59 Bus; US 69 Bus; TX 103
1.2 mi·2 min·North Timberland Drive
30
Turn left onto US 69 Bus
0.6 mi·1 min·South Chestnut Street
31
Turn left onto US 69 Bus
39 mi·43 min·East Denman Avenue
32
Continue on US 69
3.0 mi·3 min·North Wheeler Avenue
33
Continue on US 69
6.7 mi·7 min·US Highway 69 North
34
Continue on US 69
1.4 mi·1 min·North Magnolia Street
35
Turn right onto US 190
181 ft·2 sec·West Bluff Street
36
Arrive at destination
US 190
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour 38-minute estimated drive time, leaving Arlington in the morning will comfortably get you to Woodville well before evening. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $36, you can plan your stops efficiently. Keep an eye out for your longest stretch on C F Hawn Freeway to maximize your forward momentum. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility to adjust your departure time based on traffic or personal preference.
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 119.5 miles from Arlington, TX, or about 2h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.8 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 53 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 119.5 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woodville, 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 239 miles and 4h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 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 C F Hawn Freeway for about 58.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 119.5 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 32.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.7 mi into trip|~1m in
Turn right
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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
5
5.3 mi into trip|~10m in|I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
32.7 mi into trip|~39m in
Take the exit toward US 175 East: Kaufman
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 479B
Toward US 175 East: Kaufman
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.11 one way
$72.23 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg84 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$39.53
$79.06
premium
$4.54
$42.67
$85.34
diesel
$5.61
$52.77
$105.54
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 83.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
71.7
0
$25.10
$11.47
Efficient EV
59.8
0
$20.91
$9.56
EV Truck/SUV
95.6
1
$33.46
$15.30
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Arlington, TX
Afternoon
in Arlington on Sunday
Local time
4:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
N 15 to 20 mph42% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 18 at 10:34AM CDT until April 18 at 11:00AM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 18 at 10:29AM CDT until April 19 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX
Destination
Woodville, TX
Afternoon
in Woodville on Sunday
Local time
4:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
NW 5 to 10 mph74% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 18 at 10:34AM CDT until April 18 at 11:00AM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 18 at 10:29AM CDT until April 19 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX
59°F
Chandler, TX
120 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
19 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 38m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive with 63% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a longest stretch of 58.8 miles on C F Hawn Freeway, offering a good opportunity for consistent progress. The profile suggests a generally straightforward driving experience, likely with fewer complex intersections or winding sections. Expect a consistent pace for a significant portion of the 239 miles, making it an efficient journey.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58.8 mi on C F Hawn Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on C F Hawn Freeway and East Denman Avenue. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 239 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (East Interstate 20): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
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 4h 38m. Total distance: 239 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 58.8 miles on C F Hawn Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (East Interstate 20): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Woodville, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
