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Trip from Dallas, TX to Redland, TX

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 19m

Distance

168.3 mi

271 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 7m ★
6 AM
3h 19m
8 AM
3h 43m
10 AM
3h 28m
12 PM
3h 25m
3 PM
3h 29m
5 PM
3h 42m
8 PM
3h 12m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Redland, TX, TX

Redland, TX

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Trip Overview

This 168.3-mile journey from Dallas, TX to Redland, TX is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take about 3 hours and 19 minutes. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, with 84% of the drive being on highways, making it a straightforward drive. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $25, which is quite reasonable for the distance covered. This route stays within the Great Plains region, so you can expect a consistent driving experience. It's a direct and efficient way to get from point A to point B, perfect for when you want to cover ground without too much fuss.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

84.1 miles from Dallas, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
C F Hawn Freeway 68.7 mi 1h 14m
US Highway 175 East 20.8 mi 22m
US Highway 69 South 20.8 mi 23m
US Highway 175 13.3 mi 14m
Rusk Street 12.3 mi 15m
US Highway 69 North 9.5 mi 10m
FM 2021 4.5 mi 10m
North Dickinson Drive 3.4 mi 3m
Longest stretch: C F Hawn Freeway — 68.7 mi, about 1h 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dallas, TX and Redland, TX.

1

Start on North Lamar Street

433 ft · 14 sec · North Lamar Street
2

Turn right onto McKinney Avenue

0.2 mi · 24 sec · McKinney Avenue
3

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Toward US 75 North
4

Merge onto Spur 366

0.4 mi · 37 sec · Woodall Rodgers Freeway
5

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 49 sec
Toward I 45 South: Houston Use the slight right lane.
6

Merge onto I 45

3.1 mi · 3 min · Julius Schepps Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
7

Keep slight right at fork onto US 175

69 mi · 1 hr 14 min · C F Hawn Freeway
Toward US 175 South: Kaufman Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on US 175 Bus

151 ft · 9 sec · US Highway 175 West
9

Turn left onto US 175 Bus; TX 31 Bus

2.5 mi · 4 min · West Corsicana Street
10

Continue on US 175 Bus

21 mi · 22 min · US Highway 175 East
11

Continue on US 175

2.0 mi · 3 min · West Pine Street
12

Continue on US 175

13 mi · 14 min · US Highway 175
13

Continue on US 175

0.6 mi · 58 sec · Frankston Highway
14

Continue on US 175

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Alexander Boulevard
15

At end of road, turn right onto US 69

3.3 mi · 4 min · North Jackson Street
16

Continue on US 69

9.5 mi · 10 min · US Highway 69 North
17

Continue on US 69

3.4 mi · 3 min · North Dickinson Drive
18

Continue on US 69

9.3 mi · 10 min · US Highway 69 South
19

Continue on US 69

1.5 mi · 1 min · North Marcus Street
20

Continue on US 69

11 mi · 13 min · US Highway 69 South
21

Continue on US 69

12 mi · 15 min · Rusk Street
22

Turn left onto FM 2021

4.5 mi · 10 min · FM 2021
23

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 1 min
24

Turn right

380 ft · 16 sec
25

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 3 hour and 19 minute duration, this route is easily completed in a single day. Aim to depart Dallas in the morning to allow for a relaxed arrival in Redland. With only one recommended stop and a reasonable fuel cost of $25, you won't need extensive planning for this trip. The longest stretch without a break is 68.7 miles, so plan your first stop accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach Redland, to ensure a smooth arrival.

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 84.1 miles from Dallas, TX, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.7 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 37 miles or 41m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 84.1 miles or 1h 35m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 36m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Redland, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Dallas, TX

This is one driving day of about 168.3 miles and 3h 19m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Dallas, 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 C F Hawn Freeway for about 68.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Henderson County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Malakoff, TX

84 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

Kaufman, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Athens, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 84.1 miles from Dallas, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before C F Hawn Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.7 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

City Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Dallas, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+19724823055

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Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 112.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | McKinney Avenue

Turn right onto McKinney Avenue

Navigation decision point

7
0.9 mi into trip | ~1m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 45 South: Houston

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 45 South: Houston
5
1.4 mi into trip | ~2m in | I 45 / Julius Schepps Freeway

Merge onto I 45 / Julius Schepps Freeway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
7
4.5 mi into trip | ~6m in | US 175 / C F Hawn Freeway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 175 / C F Hawn Freeway toward US 175 South: Kaufman

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 175 South: Kaufman
5
112.5 mi into trip | ~2h 7m in | US 69 / North Jackson Street

At end of road, turn right onto US 69 / North Jackson Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$25.43 one way

$50.86 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 59 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $27.84 $55.67
premium $4.54 $30.05 $60.10
diesel $5.61 $37.16 $74.32

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$25

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$50–$75

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 58.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 50.5 0 $17.67 $8.08
Efficient EV 42.1 0 $14.73 $6.73
EV Truck/SUV 67.3 0 $23.56 $10.77

Gas CO2

59 kg

EV CO2

20 kg (66% 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 Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Dallas, TX

Late night in Dallas on Sunday

Local time

1:04 AM

CDT

Current temp

85°F

Partly Sunny

S 10 to 15 mph 6% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 7:25AM CDT until April 18 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

Freeze Watch

Freeze Watch issued April 17 at 7:25AM CDT until April 19 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

Destination

Redland, TX

Late night in Redland on Sunday

Local time

1:04 AM

CDT

Current temp

81°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

4 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

3h 19m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Primarily a highway-focused drive, this route will have you on US Highway 175 East and US Highway 69 South for the bulk of your travel. You'll experience a significant stretch of 68.7 miles on the C F Hawn Freeway, indicating a long, uninterrupted highway segment early in your trip. The high highway share of 84% suggests a consistent pace and minimal exposure to slower local roads. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes efficient travel over winding scenic byways.

84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 68.7 mi on C F Hawn Freeway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on C F Hawn Freeway and US Highway 175 East. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near McKinney Avenue.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 168.3 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (McKinney Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (I 45 / Julius Schepps Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting 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 3h 19m. Total distance: 168.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 68.7 miles on C F Hawn Freeway. 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 Redland, 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 0.1 miles (McKinney Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (I 45 / Julius Schepps Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Redland, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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