Corrigan to Arlington is 213.6 miles and takes about 4 hours 9 minutes via US Highway 175 West and US 69, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Great Plains region, crossing Texas. Expect a mix of highway cruising and surface roads as you head northwest. Given the relatively short duration, it’s a straightforward drive perfect for a single day, allowing for flexibility in departure time.
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
106.8 miles from Corrigan, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 7m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US Highway 175 West
68.5 mi
1h 14m
US 69
53.6 mi
1h 3m
North Home Street
21.8 mi
24m
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
21.1 mi
22m
US Highway 175
20.8 mi
22m
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
6.1 mi
6m
South John Redditt Drive
4.6 mi
6m
South Collins Street
3.9 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
US Highway 175 West
— 68.5 mi, about 1h 14m
Traffic on I-20
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 6 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
7 AM
~5,669 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~614 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 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 Corrigan, TX and Arlington, TX.
1
Start on US 287
39 ft·4 sec·East 2nd Street
2
Turn right onto US 59
22 mi·24 min·North Home Street
3
Turn left onto FM 819
2.0 mi·3 min·College Drive
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
5
Merge onto Loop 287
4.6 mi·6 min·South John Redditt Drive
6
Turn left onto Loop 287 Frontage Road
0.2 mi·17 sec·Loop 287 Frontage Road
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·21 sec
8
Merge onto US 69
54 mi·1 hr 3 min·US 69
9
Turn left onto US 175
0.2 mi·19 sec·Alexander Boulevard
10
Continue on US 175
0.6 mi·56 sec·Frankston Highway
11
Continue on US 175
9.6 mi·10 min·US Highway 175 West
12
Turn slight right
3.8 mi·4 min
13
Merge onto US 175
1.9 mi·2 min·East Pine Street
14
Continue on US 175
21 mi·22 min·US Highway 175
15
Continue on US 175 Bus
2.5 mi·4 min·East Corsicana Street
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 175 Bus
59 mi·1 hr 3 min·US Highway 175 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 20 West: Fort WorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 20
21 mi·22 min·Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on I 20
6.1 mi·6 min·Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Exit 451Toward Collins StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Turn straight onto East Interstate 20
0.1 mi·17 sec·East Interstate 20
22
Turn right onto South Collins Street
3.9 mi·7 min·South Collins Street
Use the right lane.
23
Turn left onto East Abram Street
0.6 mi·1 min·East Abram Street
Use the left lane.
24
Arrive at destination
West Abram Street
Trip Plan
Consider departing Corrigan in the morning to make the most of daylight for your 4-hour drive. With only one recommended stop and a total distance under 215 miles, you have the flexibility to adjust your schedule. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $31, and plan your fill-up accordingly before heading into more developed areas. The longest continuous stretch without a significant change in road type is about 68.5 miles on US Highway 175 West, so ensure you have what you need before starting that segment.
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 106.8 miles from Corrigan, TX, or about 2h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.5 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 47 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.8 miles or 2h 7m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arlington, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Corrigan, 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 Corrigan, TX
This is one driving day of about 213.6 miles and 4h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Corrigan, 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 US Highway 175 West for about 68.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 106.8 miles from Corrigan, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before US Highway 175 West if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.5 miles.
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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 121.8 and 209 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
121.8 mi into trip|~2h 25m in|US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West
Keep slight right at fork onto US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
180.7 mi into trip|~3h 29m in
Take the exit toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
5
181.5 mi into trip|~3h 31m in|I 20 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Merge onto I 20 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
208.7 mi into trip|~4h in
Take the exit toward Collins Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 451
Toward Collins Street
5
209 mi into trip|~4h 1m in|South Collins Street
Turn right onto South Collins Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.26 one way
$58.51 round trip
$3.48/gal25.4 MPG avg75 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.89
$32.68
$65.36
premium
$4.23
$35.53
$71.06
diesel
$4.80
$40.33
$80.66
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
64.1
0
$22.43
$10.25
Efficient EV
53.4
0
$18.69
$8.54
EV Truck/SUV
85.4
1
$29.90
$13.67
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Corrigan, TX
Late night
in Corrigan on Sunday
Local time
1:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
S 5 mph15% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 6:05PM CDT until July 18 at 6:45PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 6:04PM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX
Destination
Arlington, TX
Late night
in Arlington on Sunday
Local time
1:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
96°F
Mostly Sunny
S 10 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 6:05PM CDT until July 18 at 6:45PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 6:04PM CDT by NWS Lubbock 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
21 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 9m 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 route is mostly highway, with 77% of the drive on major roads. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 68.5 miles on US Highway 175 West before transitioning to other routes. As you approach Arlington, anticipate increased traffic and more frequent exits. The shift from highway to surface streets will be noticeable as you enter more populated areas.
77% 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: 68.5 mi on US Highway 175 West.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 175 West and US 69. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 121.8 miles in near US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 213.6 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 121.8 miles (US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 180.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 181.5 miles (I 20 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 9m. Total distance: 213.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 68.5 miles on US Highway 175 West. 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.
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 Arlington, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 121.8 miles (US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 180.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 181.5 miles (I 20 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Arlington, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
