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Trip from Crane, TX to Arlington, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 22m
Distance
364.7 mi
587 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 10m
★
6 AM
6h 23m
8 AM
6h 48m
10 AM
6h 32m
12 PM
6h 29m
3 PM
6h 33m
5 PM
6h 47m
8 PM
6h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crane, TX
Thomas balabaud
Arlington, TX
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Trip Overview
Crane, TX to Arlington, TX is 364.7 miles and takes about 6h 22m via I 20, with a fuel budget near $49 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Great Plains region, largely following Interstate 20 across Texas. Given its duration and predominantly highway profile, it's a straightforward trip for a single day. You'll encounter mostly open country, so plan for the long stretches. It's a practical route for getting from West Texas to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
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
182.3 miles from Crane, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 304.1 mi | 5h 8m |
| South Gaston Street | 28.9 mi | 33m |
| West Freeway | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| Tom Landry Freeway | 12.3 mi | 15m |
| South Grant Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North Center Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| North Cooper Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Randol Mill Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 304.1 mi, about 5h 8m
Traffic on I-20
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 48 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~1,511 veh/hr typical · worst 1,850
Quietest
2 AM
~212 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
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 Crane, TX and Arlington, TX.
1
Start on US 385
29 mi
·
33 min
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South Gaston Street
2
Continue on US 385
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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South Grant Avenue
3
Turn right onto East Interstate 20
360 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Interstate 20
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 20 East: Midland
5
Merge onto I 20
304 mi
·
5 hr 8 min
·
I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30
15 mi
·
17 min
·
West Freeway
Exit 421
Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 30
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Tom Landry Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 27A
Toward Lamar Boulevard, Cooper Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn right onto North Cooper Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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North Cooper Street
10
Turn left onto West Randol Mill Road
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
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West Randol Mill Road
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto North Center Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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North Center Street
Use the right lane.
12
Turn right onto West Abram Street
297 ft
·
8 sec
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West Abram Street
13
Arrive at destination
West Abram Street
Trip Plan
For this 6-hour drive, leaving in the morning is your best bet to arrive with daylight. With only one recommended stop, you can push through most of the 304.1-mile stretch on I 20 before needing a break. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longer highway segments, as services can sometimes be spaced out in West Texas. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility, but it's wise to have a general idea of where you'll refuel. Aim to fill up before you get too low, particularly before heading into less populated areas.
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 182.3 miles from Crane, TX, or about 3h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 304.1 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 80 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 182.3 miles or 3h 10m 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 14m
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 Crane, 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 Crane, TX
This is one driving day of about 364.7 miles and 6h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Crane, 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 20 for about 304.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
182 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 182.3 miles from Crane, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 20 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 304.1 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.
Rest Area
0 mi from route
Rest Area
0 mi from route
Mitchell County Westbound Rest Area
0 mi from route
Picnic Area
0 mi from route
I-20 Westbound Picnic Area
0 mi from route
I-20 Eastbound Picnic Area
0 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Eastland County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Eastland County Westbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Nolan County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 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
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.2 mi from route
Callahan County Eastbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Callahan County Westbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.2 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.2 mi from route
Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
TA
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
1.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.5 mi from route
Centennial Park
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
First break
2.3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Midland, Texas
Hours: 8 am–10 pm
+14326878200
Visit websiteLiberty City Rage Room
5.0
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
First break
2.5 mi from route
~6 min detour
Midland, Texas
Hours: Closed
+14324005911
Visit websitePermian Basin Petroleum Museum
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
First break
2.6 mi from route
~7 min detour
Midland, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+14326834403
Visit websiteMidland County History Museum
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
First break
2.3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Midland, Texas
Hours: 11 am–4 pm
+14326888947
Visit websiteDennis the Menace Park
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
First break
3.4 mi from route
~8 min detour
Midland, Texas
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+14326857356
Visit websiteMuseum of the Southwest
4.4
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the start, short detour
First break
3.1 mi from route
~8 min detour
Midland, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+14326832882
Visit websiteBlakemore Planetarium
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
First break
3.1 mi from route
~8 min detour
Midland, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+14322379106
Visit websiteMcKinney Park
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, ~11 min detour
First break
4.3 mi from route
~11 min detour
Odessa, Texas
Hours: 6 am–11 pm
+14323683548
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 30.7 and 363.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
30.7 mi into trip
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~36m in
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I 20
Merge onto I 20
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
334.7 mi into trip
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~5h 44m in
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I 30 / West Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30 / West Freeway toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 421
Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
8
362.3 mi into trip
|
~6h 17m in
Take the exit toward Lamar Boulevard, Cooper 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 27A
Toward Lamar Boulevard, Cooper Street
6
363.2 mi into trip
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~6h 19m in
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West Randol Mill Road
Turn left onto West Randol Mill Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
363.6 mi into trip
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~6h 20m in
|
North Center Street
Turn right onto North Center Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.95 one way
$99.90 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
128 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $55.80 | $111.59 |
| premium | $4.23 | $60.66 | $121.33 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $68.86 | $137.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 127.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 109.4 | 1 | $38.29 | $17.51 |
| Efficient EV | 91.2 | 1 | $31.91 | $14.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 145.9 | 1 | $51.06 | $23.34 |
Gas CO2
128 kg
EV CO2
43 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
Crane, TX
Afternoon in Crane on Sunday
Local time
12:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
SE 5 to 15 mph
26% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 12 at 6:59PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 12 at 6:54PM CDT until July 12 at 7:30PM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX
Destination
Arlington, TX
Afternoon in Arlington on Sunday
Local time
12:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SE 0 to 5 mph
51% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 12 at 6:59PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 12 at 6:54PM CDT until July 12 at 7:30PM 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
2 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 22m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is 91% highway, meaning you'll spend most of your time on Interstate 20. Expect a substantial 304.1-mile stretch on I 20 before you transition to surface roads like South Gaston Street and West Freeway. The latter part of the drive will involve more frequent exits and potentially merging traffic as you approach Arlington. The initial portion is more about consistent cruising.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 304.1 mi on I 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and South Gaston Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 30.7 miles in near I 20.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 22m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 7 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 30.7 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 334.7 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 362.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,893 ft
604 ft
Total Climb
367 ft
Total Descent
2,340 ft
Highest Point
2,893 ft
~26 mi in
Elevation Range
2,289 ft
About the Cities
Arriving in Arlington, TX
Full guide →Founded 1876
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
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 22m. Total distance: 364.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 22m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 304.1 miles on I 20. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 41 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 is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. 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. There are 41 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 30.7 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 334.7 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 362.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.4 hours each way, a round trip means 12.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Arlington, 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 FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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