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Trip from Bushland, TX to Dallas, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 44m
Distance
374.9 mi
603 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 33m
★
6 AM
6h 44m
8 AM
7h 8m
10 AM
6h 53m
12 PM
6h 50m
3 PM
6h 54m
5 PM
7h 7m
8 PM
6h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bushland, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Dallas, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Bushland, TX to Dallas, TX is 374.9 miles and takes about 6h 44m via US Highway 287, with a fuel budget near $54 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route covers ground across the Great Plains, moving from the Texas Panhandle region toward the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Since it's almost entirely highway driving, expect a fairly direct trip. It's a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in one day, making it a good option if you need to get to Dallas from the Bushland area efficiently.
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
187.5 miles from Bushland, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 23m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central East Freeway | 99.2 mi | 1h 46m |
| US Highway 287 | 81.8 mi | 1h 27m |
| US 287 | 77.2 mi | 1h 21m |
| US Highway 287 East | 40.5 mi | 42m |
| I 40 | 20.5 mi | 24m |
| SH 183 TEXpress | 15 mi | 14m |
| I 820 TEXpress | 5.5 mi | 5m |
| Northwest Freeway | 5.2 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Central East Freeway
— 99.2 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bushland, TX and Dallas, TX.
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Start on this road
219 ft
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17 sec
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this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto RM 2381
469 ft
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14 sec
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South Ranch Road 2381
3
Turn left onto West Interstate 40 Frontage Road
0.2 mi
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26 sec
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West Interstate 40 Frontage Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
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25 sec
5
Merge onto I 40
20 mi
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24 min
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I 40
6
Take the exit onto US 287
77 mi
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1 hr 21 min
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US 287
Exit 78
Toward US 287 South: Fort Worth
7
Turn slight right onto US 287
14 mi
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13 min
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US Highway 287
8
Continue on US 287
0.7 mi
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58 sec
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Burnett Street
9
Continue on US 287
14 mi
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14 min
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US Highway 287
10
Continue on US 287
2.8 mi
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3 min
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Avenue F Northwest
11
Continue on US 287
54 mi
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58 min
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US Highway 287
12
Continue on US 287
4.1 mi
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4 min
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Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on US 70; US 183; US 287
41 mi
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42 min
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US Highway 287 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on US 287
4.6 mi
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4 min
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Northwest Freeway
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 287
0.6 mi
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42 sec
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Northwest Freeway
Toward I 44 West, US 277 South, US 281 South, US 287 South: Wichita Falls
16
Merge onto I 44; US 277; US 281; US 287
2.5 mi
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3 min
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Central Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on US 277; US 281; US 287
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Lloyd Ruby Overpass
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on US 281; US 287
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Central East Freeway
19
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287
1.8 mi
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1 min
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Central East Freeway
20
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287
97 mi
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1 hr 43 min
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Central East Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on US 81; US 287
4.6 mi
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4 min
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US 81; US 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Merge onto I 35W; US 287
2.3 mi
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2 min
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North Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 57
Toward I 820
Use the slight right lane.
24
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
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1 min
Toward I 820 East
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
25
Merge onto I 820
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
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Northeast Loop
26
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
Toward I 820 Express East Toll
27
Merge onto I 820 TEXpress
5.5 mi
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5 min
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I 820 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress
4.4 mi
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4 min
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SH 121/183 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Continue on TX 183 TEXpress
12 mi
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11 min
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SH 183 TEXpress
Toward TX 183 Express East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 183 TEXpress
3.3 mi
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3 min
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SH 183 TEXpress
31
Merge onto TX 183
0.8 mi
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50 sec
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John W Carpenter Freeway
32
Merge onto I 35E
3.9 mi
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4 min
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North Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Take the exit
0.1 mi
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22 sec
Exit 429B
Toward Continental Avenue, Commerce Street West
Use the slight right lane.
34
Turn straight onto North Stemmons Freeway
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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North Stemmons Freeway
35
Turn left onto Continental Avenue
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
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Continental Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
36
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
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10 sec
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North Lamar Street
37
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
For this 6h 44m drive, consider leaving Bushland in the morning to ensure you have ample daylight for the 374.9 miles. With a fuel cost estimated at $54, plan your fuel stops accordingly, though the single suggested stop should be sufficient. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on traffic as you approach the Dallas metro area, as congestion can increase significantly during peak hours.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 187.5 miles from Bushland, TX, or about 3h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 99.2 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 82 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 187.5 miles or 3h 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 5h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dallas, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bushland, 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 Bushland, TX
This is one driving day of about 374.9 miles and 6h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Bushland, 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 Central East Freeway for about 99.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
187 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 82 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 187.5 miles from Bushland, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Central East Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 99.2 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 mi from route
Wise County Northbound
0 mi from route
Wichita County Southbound Rest Area
0 mi from route
Texas Travel Information Center at Wichita Falls
0 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Donley County Northbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Safety Rest Areas: Hardeman County Northbound
0.1 mi from route
Safety Rest Areas: Hardeman County Southbound
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Wichita County Northbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Texas Travel Information Center at Amarillo and Safety Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
National Truck Stop Amarillo
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.2 mi from route
Donley County Southbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.8 mi from route
Mr. Fuel Travel Center
2.4 mi from route
City 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 websiteiFLY Indoor Skydiving - Fort Worth
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Hurst, Texas
Hours: 10:30 am–6:30 pm
+18178184359
Visit websiteManiac’s Mansion (TAG’s)
4.9
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour
Final third
4.4 mi from route
~11 min detour
Wichita Falls, Texas
Hours: 5–9 pm
+19402575543
Visit websiteMuseum of North Texas History
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour
Final third
4.4 mi from route
~11 min detour
Wichita Falls, Texas
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+19403227628
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 215 decision points cluster between mile 232.7 and 374.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
232.7 mi into trip
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~4h 10m in
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US 287 / Northwest Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 287 / Northwest Freeway toward I 44 West, US 277 South, US 281 South, US 287 South: Wichita Falls
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 44 West, US 277 South, US 281 South, U...
6
239.3 mi into trip
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~4h 18m in
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US 82; US 287 / Central East Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287 / Central East Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
342.8 mi into trip
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~6h 9m in
Take the exit toward I 820
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 57
Toward I 820
7
343.2 mi into trip
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~6h 10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 820 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 820 East
8
374.2 mi into trip
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~6h 42m in
Take the exit toward Continental Avenue, Commerce Street West
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 429B
Toward Continental Avenue, Commerce Street West
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$51.35 one way
$102.70 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
131 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $57.36 | $114.71 |
| premium | $4.23 | $62.36 | $124.72 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $70.79 | $141.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 131.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 112.5 | 1 | $39.36 | $18.00 |
| Efficient EV | 93.7 | 1 | $32.80 | $15.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 150 | 1 | $52.49 | $23.99 |
Gas CO2
131 kg
EV CO2
44 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.
Origin
Bushland, TX
Late night in Bushland on Monday
Local time
12:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Partly Cloudy
S 10 to 15 mph
2% chance
Live forecast
Tornado Warning
Tornado Warning issued July 17 at 1:35AM CDT until July 17 at 2:15AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 1:00AM CDT until July 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Destination
Dallas, TX
Late night in Dallas on Monday
Local time
12:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Mostly Cloudy
SSE 5 mph
7% chance
Live forecast
Tornado Warning
Tornado Warning issued July 17 at 1:35AM CDT until July 17 at 2:15AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 1:00AM CDT until July 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio 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.
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
12 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
6h 44m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument
National Monument
13,000 years ago, Alibates Flint was used by mammoth hunters as a source of flint for tools. Learn how important this site was to the survival, commerce, and culture of the people of the High Plains.
28 mi from route
~69 min detour
Free
near mile 25.9
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend 97% of this 374.9-mile drive on the highway. The longest continuous stretch on Central East Freeway is 99.2 miles. Expect minimal time on surface streets, with most of the route consisting of efficient highway cruising. You will notice a significant portion of your travel will be on US Highway 287, which is a well-established corridor.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
37 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 99.2 mi on Central East Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Central East Freeway and US Highway 287. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 232.7 miles in near US 287 / Northwest Freeway.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 21 significant decision points across 374.9 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 232.7 miles (US 287 / Northwest Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 239.3 miles (US 82; US 287 / Central East Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 342.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
3,533 ft
428 ft
Total Climb
25 ft
Total Descent
3,129 ft
Highest Point
3,533 ft
~26.8 mi in
Elevation Range
3,105 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Bushland, TX
Full guide →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 6h 44m. Total distance: 374.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 44m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 99.2 miles on Central East Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 33 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 33 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 232.7 miles (US 287 / Northwest Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 239.3 miles (US 82; US 287 / Central East Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 342.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.7 hours each way, a round trip means 13.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Dallas, TX before the return drive.
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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