Origin
Corsicana, TX
Morning in Corsicana on Sunday
Local time
7:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Corsicana, TX to Grand Prairie, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
67.7 mi
109 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Corsicana, TX
Mark Direen
Grand Prairie, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Corsicana, TX to Grand Prairie, TX is 67.7 miles and takes about 1h 17m via I 45 and Tom Landry Freeway, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Great Plains region of Texas, primarily on interstate highways. Expect a straightforward drive that's perfect for a quick relocation or a day trip. Given the relatively short distance and duration, you won't need to worry about overnight stays or extensive planning. This route is all about efficiency and getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 45 | 49.1 mi | 51m |
| Tom Landry Freeway | 10.7 mi | 11m |
| North Business 45 | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| North Belt Line Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East R L Thornton Freeway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Interstate 30 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West 3rd Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Davis Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 45
— 49.1 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corsicana, TX and Grand Prairie, TX.
1
Start on North 13th Street
248 ft
·
12 sec
·
North 13th Street
2
Turn left onto West 3rd Avenue
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
West 3rd Avenue
3
At end of road, turn left onto I 45 Bus
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
North 7th Street
4
Continue on I 45 Bus
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
North Business 45
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 45 North
6
Merge onto I 45; US 287
49 mi
·
51 min
·
I 45; US 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 284A
Toward I 30
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 30 West
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 30; US 67
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East R L Thornton Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 30
11 mi
·
11 min
·
Tom Landry Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 34
Toward Belt Line Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto East Interstate 30
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Interstate 30
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto North Belt Line Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Belt Line Road
15
Continue on FM 1382
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
North Belt Line Road
16
Turn right onto Davis Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Davis Street
17
Turn slight right onto TX 180
15 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Main Street
18
Turn right
74 ft
·
5 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.9 miles from Corsicana, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 66 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
I 45 Bus / North 7th Street
At end of road, turn left onto I 45 Bus / North 7th Street
Navigation decision point
7
53.6 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward I 30
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 284A
Toward I 30
7
53.8 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 30 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 30 West
6
54.3 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
66 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward Belt Line Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 34
Toward Belt Line Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.23 one way
$20.46 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $11.20 | $22.39 |
| premium | $4.54 | $12.09 | $24.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.95 | $29.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.11 | $3.25 |
| Efficient EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.92 | $2.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.48 | $4.33 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Grand Prairie, TX
Morning in Grand Prairie on Sunday
Local time
7:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 17m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with about 90% of the journey on interstates and freeways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 45, including a longest stretch of 49.1 miles. The route is characterized by its speed and directness, making it feel like a continuous interstate experience. While it's a highway-heavy route, you'll transition from I 45 to the Tom Landry Freeway and North Business 45 as you approach your destination, offering a slight variation in the road's immediate surroundings.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.1 mi on I 45.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 45 and Tom Landry Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near I 45 Bus / North 7th Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.7 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.5 miles (I 45 Bus / North 7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 53.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Corsicana, TX
Full guide →Founded 1848
Corsicana is a city in the Blackland Prairie region of Texas. Many people come to the town for their famous holiday fruitcakes.
Top landmarks
- • Temple Beth-El — former synagogue in Corsicana, Navarro County, Texas
- • Navarro County Courthouse — historic place in Corsicana, Navarro County, Texas
Arriving in Grand Prairie, TX
Full guide →Founded 1863
Grand Prairie is a city in the Prairies and Lakes region of Texas.
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 1h 17m. Total distance: 67.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49.1 miles on I 45. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 9 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 Grand Prairie, 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 0.5 miles (I 45 Bus / North 7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 53.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Grand Prairie, TX before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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