Dallas to Dimmitt is 426.1 miles and takes about 7h 27m via I 20 and US 84, with a fuel budget near $64 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward journey across Texas. It's a highway-focused trip, meaning you'll likely spend most of your time on well-maintained roads. Consider this route if you need an efficient way to cover ground between these two Texas points without much fuss. With a recommended one-day drive, you can plan for a relatively quick transit.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
213 miles from Dallas, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 44m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 20
182.3 mi
3h 4m
US 84
74.5 mi
1h 14m
Highway 84
31.4 mi
31m
Tom Landry Freeway
29.9 mi
35m
US 385
22.1 mi
24m
North Eastside Avenue
21.4 mi
21m
US Highway 84
16.1 mi
16m
West Freeway
15.5 mi
17m
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 182.3 mi, about 3h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dallas, TX and Dimmitt, TX.
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Start on North Lamar Street
0.2 mi·34 sec·North Lamar Street
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Turn right onto Elm Street
0.2 mi·30 sec·Elm Street
3
Continue on Elm Street
0.1 mi·14 sec·Elm Street
4
Take the ramp
327 ft·7 sec
Toward I 30, I 35E
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward I 30 West, I 35E SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 30 WestUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 30
30 mi·35 min·Tom Landry Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 30; US 377
15 mi·17 min·West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 20
182 mi·3 hr 4 min·I 20
Use the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit onto US 84
0.3 mi·19 sec·US 84
Exit 238AToward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
74 mi·1 hr 14 min·US 84
12
Turn right onto Loop 46
1.0 mi·1 min·South Avenue F
13
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207
0.1 mi·10 sec·North Avenue F
14
Turn straight onto TX 207
0.4 mi·38 sec·Ralls Road
15
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi·17 sec·East 15th Street
16
Turn right onto US 84
1.0 mi·1 min·North US Highway 84
17
Continue on US 84
20 mi·19 min·Highway 84
18
Continue on US 84
4.6 mi·4 min·Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
19
Continue on US 84
6.8 mi·6 min·East Highway 84
20
Continue on US 84
4.9 mi·6 min·Slaton Road
21
Continue on US 84
4.0 mi·5 min·Avenue Q South Drive
Use the left lane.
22
Turn left onto US 84
6.0 mi·7 min·Clovis Road
23
Continue on US 84
11 mi·11 min·Highway 84
24
Continue on US 84
16 mi·16 min·US Highway 84
25
Turn right onto Loop 430
320 ft·8 sec·Delano Avenue
26
At end of road, turn left onto Loop 430
2.2 mi·3 min·Delano Avenue
27
Turn right onto US 385
21 mi·21 min·North Eastside Avenue
28
Continue on North Main Street
0.1 mi·11 sec·North Main Street
29
Turn straight onto US 385
21 mi·22 min·US 385
30
Turn left onto US 385
1.1 mi·1 min·US 385
31
Turn right onto TX 86
172 ft·2 sec·East Bedford Street
32
Arrive at destination
TX 86
Trip Plan
Given the 7h 27m estimated duration, departing Dallas in the morning is advisable to ensure you reach Dimmitt with ample daylight. With only 2 planned stops, consider using them strategically for fuel, food, and a break, perhaps one closer to the halfway point. The longest stretch without a major road change is 182.3 miles on I 20, so ensure you're fueled up before entering this segment. Since this is a one-day trip with a manageable duration, you have some flexibility in your stop timing.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 213 miles from Dallas, TX, or about 3h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 182.3 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 94 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 213 miles or 3h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dimmitt, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dallas, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dallas, TX
This is one driving day of about 426.1 miles and 7h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 94 miles from Dallas, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 20 for about 182.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 229.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.6 mi into trip|~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 30, I 35E
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 30, I 35E
9
0.6 mi into trip|~1m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 30 West, I 35E South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 30 West, I 35E South
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0.8 mi into trip|~1m 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
5
1.6 mi into trip|~3m in|I 30 / Tom Landry Freeway
Merge onto I 30 / Tom Landry Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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229.2 mi into trip|~4h in|US 84
Take the exit onto US 84 toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 238A
Toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$64.38 one way
$128.77 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg149 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$70.47
$140.95
premium
$4.54
$76.08
$152.15
diesel
$5.61
$94.08
$188.16
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$64
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$89–$114
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 149.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
127.8
1
$44.74
$20.45
Efficient EV
106.5
1
$37.28
$17.04
EV Truck/SUV
170.4
2
$59.65
$27.27
Gas CO2
149 kg
EV CO2
50 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Dallas, TX
Late night
in Dallas on Tuesday
Local time
3:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Dimmitt, TX
Late night
in Dimmitt on Tuesday
Local time
3:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
86°F
Sweetwater, TX
213 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
38 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
7h 27m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 89% of the journey utilizing major roads like I 20 and US 84. The route features a significant uninterrupted stretch of 182.3 miles on I 20, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent driving. As you progress, the character of the drive remains largely consistent, maintaining a highway feel throughout. This isn't a winding scenic byway, but rather a functional path designed for efficient travel across the landscape.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 182.3 mi on I 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and US 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 426.1 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 0.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Dallas, TX to Dimmitt, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Lubbock along the way.
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...
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 27m. Total distance: 426.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 27m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 182.3 miles on I 20. 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 Dimmitt, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.5 hours each way, a round trip means 14.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Dimmitt, TX before the return drive.
