Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Trip from Baytown, TX to Dallas, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 40m
Distance
261.9 mi
421 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 27m
★
6 AM
4h 41m
8 AM
5h 8m
10 AM
4h 50m
12 PM
4h 48m
3 PM
4h 52m
5 PM
5h 6m
8 PM
4h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Baytown, TX
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Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
Connecting Baytown to Dallas, this 263.5-mile journey takes approximately 3 hours and 52 minutes of driving time. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, though you should budget about $39 for fuel to cover the distance. Your path begins on local connectors like Spur 330 West and Decker Drive before transitioning onto the East Freeway. Since both cities are located within the Great Plains region of Texas, you will experience consistent terrain throughout the trip. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick getaway, this route is straightforward and requires no overnight stops to complete comfortably.
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
130.9 miles from Baytown, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 23m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 45 | 212.6 mi | 3h 39m |
| Hardy Toll Road | 21.8 mi | 25m |
| East Freeway | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| Decker Drive | 6 mi | 7m |
| East Loop North | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| Elm Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Lamar Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 45
— 212.6 mi, about 3h 39m
Traffic on I-45
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 36 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,985 veh/hr typical · worst 2,601
Quietest
2 AM
~289 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 88 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Baytown, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on Decker Drive
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Decker Drive
2
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Spur 330 West
3
Merge onto Spur 330
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Decker Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Merge onto I 10
12 mi
·
14 min
·
East Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 775A
Toward I 610 South, I 610 North
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 610 North
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 610
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
East Loop North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19B
Toward Hardy Toll Road North
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on HTR
22 mi
·
25 min
·
Hardy Toll Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 45
213 mi
·
3 hr 39 min
·
I 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 284B
Toward Main Street West, Elm Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward Elm Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto Elm Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto North Lamar Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Lamar Street
15
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 52-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. With only one recommended stop needed to complete the trip, you can easily pace your travel to avoid peak traffic congestion. Keep your $39 fuel budget in mind when planning your refueling stops along the way to ensure you reach Dallas without stress. Because this is a turn-heavy route without high-speed highway stretches, stay alert and allow extra time for potential local traffic delays. Use the short length of this trip to your advantage by choosing a departure time that lets you arrive in Dallas feeling refreshed and ready for your next move.
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 130.9 miles from Baytown, TX, or about 2h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 212.6 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 58 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 130.9 miles or 2h 23m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dallas, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Baytown, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Baytown, TX
This is one driving day of about 261.9 miles and 4h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Baytown, 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 I 45 for about 212.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
131 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 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 130.9 miles from Baytown, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 45 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 212.6 miles.
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.
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.1 mi from route
TA Express
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Navarro County Northbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
TA Express
0.2 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.2 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.2 mi from route
Walker County Southbound Rest Area
0.3 mi from route
Walker County Northbound Rest Area
0.3 mi from route
Navarro County Southbound Rest Area
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.3 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.5 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.5 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.7 mi from route
Rest Area
0.8 mi from route
TA
0.9 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.9 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.4 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.4 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
1.6 mi from route
TA
1.6 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.6 mi from route
Buc-ee's
2 mi from route
Service Plaza
2.5 mi from route
Bicentennial Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
Baytown, Texas
Hours: 5 am–10 pm
+12814206597
Visit websiteCity Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.4 mi from route
~3 min detour
Dallas, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+19724823055
Visit websiteARs Entertainment Hub Baytown
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
2.5 mi from route
~6 min detour
Baytown, Texas
Hours: 4–10 pm
+18889999440
Visit websiteAllenbrook Park
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
2.2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Baytown, Texas
Hours: 5 am–10 pm
+12814206597
Visit websiteW.L. Jenkins Park
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, ~9 min detour
3.7 mi from route
~9 min detour
Baytown, Texas
Hours: 5 am–10 pm
+12814206597
Visit websiteThe Woodlands Waterway
4.9
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Early in the drive, ~12 min detour
Early stretch
4.6 mi from route
~12 min detour
The Woodlands, Texas
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 18.7 and 260.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
18.7 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward I 610 South, I 610 North
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 775A
Toward I 610 South, I 610 North
7
19 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 610 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 610 North
7
25.5 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward Hardy Toll Road North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 19B
Toward Hardy Toll Road North
8
260.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 37m in
Take the exit toward Main Street West, Elm Street
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 284B
Toward Main Street West, Elm Street
8
260.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 38m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Elm Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Elm Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.10 one way
$80.20 round trip
$3.89/gal
25.4 MPG avg
92 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.29 | $44.25 | $88.51 |
| premium | $4.64 | $47.82 | $95.65 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $63.71 | $127.42 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.74
Hardy Toll Road
(21.8 mi)
$1.74
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
$40
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 91.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 78.6 | 0 | $27.50 | $12.57 |
| Efficient EV | 65.5 | 0 | $22.92 | $10.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 104.8 | 1 | $36.67 | $16.76 |
Gas CO2
92 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (66% 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
Baytown, TX
Morning in Baytown on Saturday
Local time
6:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
N 10 to 30 mph
41% chance
Live forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 6:22AM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 16 at 6:11AM CDT until October 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
Destination
Dallas, TX
Morning in Dallas on Saturday
Local time
6:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
N 15 to 25 mph
32% chance
Live forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 6:22AM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 16 at 6:11AM CDT until October 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
59°F
Rhode Island, TX
131 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
9 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 40m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise on this 263.5-mile trek. Because the highway share is 0%, your focus will remain on navigating local roads and connectors rather than long stretches of open highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on Spur 330 West, which highlights the frequent turns you will encounter along the way. This technical driving style demands more active attention than a typical highway route, keeping you engaged as you transition from the Baytown area toward Dallas. Plan for a steady, hands-on driving experience that prioritizes local navigation over high-speed transit.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 212.6 mi on I 45.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 45 and Hardy Toll Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 12 significant decision points across 261.9 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 18.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
497 ft
23 ft
Total Climb
617 ft
Total Descent
211 ft
Highest Point
497 ft
~224.5 mi in
Elevation Range
475 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Baytown, TX to Dallas, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Hardy Toll Road North along the way.
Hardy Toll Road North
25.5 mi in
|
~31m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Weekend Coffee
Cafe
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Hours: 07:00-15:00
Visit websiteStarbucks
Cafe
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.6 mi from route
~1 min detour
Dallas, TX
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteCorner Bakery
Cafe
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.2 mi from route
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Starbucks
Cafe
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.2 mi from route
~3 min detour
Dallas, TX
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteOpening Bell Coffee
Cafe
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.3 mi from route
~3 min detour
Dallas, TX
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-We 07:00-18:00; Th-Fr 07:00-21:00; Sa...
Visit websiteStarbucks
Cafe
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
1.1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteMoak's Family Texas BBQ
Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.2 mi from route
Cuisine: barbecue
Hours: Mo-Su 11:00-21:00
Visit websiteWingBucket
Fast_food
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Dallas, TX
Cuisine: chicken
Hours: Su-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr,Sa 11:00-24:00
Visit websiteCommissary
Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Dallas, TX
Cuisine: coffee_shop;sandwich;american;ice_cream;bakery
Hours: Mo-Sa 07:00-16:00; Su 07:00-14:00
Visit websiteBurger King
Fast_food
Later in the drive, right off the route
Final third
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Fairfield, TX
Cuisine: burger
Hours: Mo-Fr 06:00-22:30; Sa-Su 07:00-22:30
Visit websiteChop House Burger
Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Dallas, TX
Cuisine: burger
Hours: Su-Th 11:00-21:00; Fr,Sa 11:00-22:00
Visit websitePressbox Grill
Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Dallas, TX
Hours: Su-Th 11:00-24:00; Fr,Sa 11:00-02:00
Visit websiteGiant Eye
Attraction
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
N C Foote Park
Park
Near the start, short detour
1.2 mi from route
~3 min detour
Fairfield Arena
Park
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
1.5 mi from route
~4 min detour
Trinity River Greenbelt Park
Park
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.5 mi from route
~4 min detour
Legacy of Love Monument
Attraction
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.8 mi from route
~5 min detour
Hours: 24/7
Frank H. Caven Memorial Garden
Attraction
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.8 mi from route
~5 min detour
Museum of Illusions
Museum
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.1 mi from route
Dallas, TX
Hours: Su-Th 10:00-20:00; Fr-Sa 10:00-21:00
Visit websiteThe Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
Museum
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Dallas, TX
Hours: We-Su 10:00-17:00
Visit websiteBaytown Historical Museum
Museum
Near the start, right off the route
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Baytown, TX
Visit websiteWaples-Platter Buildings
Yes
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.2 mi from route
TX
West End Historic District
District
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
JFK Assassination Site
Memorial
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Quality Inn
Hotel
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Visit website
Travelers Inn
Motel
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
1.2 mi from route
~3 min detour
Corsicana, TX
Motel 6
Motel
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1.3 mi from route
~3 min detour
Phelps Trail Camp
Camp_site
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
1.8 mi from route
~5 min detour
Shapira Hotel
Hotel
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
2.7 mi from route
~7 min detour
TX
Americas Best Value Inn
Motel
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
2.7 mi from route
~7 min detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
About the Cities
Starting in Baytown, TX
Full guide →Baytown is a city in Texas. When you are in Baytown, you can rest assured you are in one of the most industrialized places of the world. With Exxon's Baytown Refinery on the west, Chevron's Cedar Bayou Plant on the northeast, the Covestro Baytown Industrial Plant on the east, and a smattering of other industries in between, you're likely to see flare stacks and storage tanks or tanker cars wherever you go, and might think you need a gas mask. But, in spite of this, there are still natural and cultural attractions to behold. And Garey Busey and Renee Zellweger used to call this place home.
Arriving in Dallas, TX
Full guide →“Big D” · Founded 1841
Dallas, with a population of more than 1.3 million residents, is the ninth largest city in the United States and the third largest in the state of Texas. It is an impressive melting pot of culture and character. Boasting high-end luxury hotels, innumerable fine dining spots, and one of the busiest airports in the world, Dallas maintains an upscale ethos reflected by an affluent population, world-class museums, and a shimmering modern skyline. Its history was marred by the infamous assassination of U.S. President John F. Kennedy, but there is more historic and contemporary heritage to be discovered in the city. As a center of the oil and cotton industries in the late 1800s and early 1900s, Dallas was a classic American boom town and remains one of the fastest growing cities in the nation.
Top landmarks
- • Dallas Museum of Art — art museum in Dallas, Texas
- • Texas School Book Depository — building in Dallas, Texas, United States
- • George W. Bush Presidential Center — Presidential library and museum for U.S. President George W. Bush, located in Da...
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 40m. Total distance: 261.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 212.6 miles on I 45. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.74 in tolls one way, starting with Hardy Toll Road. 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.
Yes — we found about 34 rest areas or service plazas 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 Dallas, 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 34 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 18.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Dallas, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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