Dumas, TX to Irving, TX is 401 miles and takes about 7h 11m via US Highway 287, with a fuel budget near $58 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays entirely within Texas, traversing the Great Plains region. It's a straightforward, mostly highway trip that makes for an easy one-day drive. You'll find it a practical option if you're looking for a direct path between these two points.
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
200.5 miles from Dumas, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 33m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US Highway 287
123.2 mi
2h 9m
Central East Freeway
99.2 mi
1h 46m
US 287
77.2 mi
1h 21m
US Highway 287 East
40.5 mi
42m
I 820 TEXpress
5.5 mi
5m
Northwest Freeway
5.2 mi
5m
Airport Freeway
5 mi
5m
West Saint Francis Avenue
4.9 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
US Highway 287
— 123.2 mi, about 2h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dumas, TX and Irving, TX.
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Start on US 287
2.1 mi·2 min·North Dumas Avenue
2
Continue on US 87; US 287
41 mi·41 min·US Highway 287
3
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward Loop 335
4
Continue on Dumas Drive
477 ft·11 sec·Dumas Drive
5
Turn left onto Loop 335
4.9 mi·5 min·West Saint Francis Avenue
6
Continue on Loop 335
0.4 mi·25 sec·East Loop 335 North
7
Continue on Loop 335
4.7 mi·5 min·North Lakeside Drive
8
Turn left onto East Interstate Drive
0.1 mi·16 sec·East Interstate Drive
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·20 sec
10
Merge onto I 40; US 287
2.2 mi·2 min·I 40; US 287
11
Take the exit onto US 287
77 mi·1 hr 21 min·US 287
Exit 78Toward US 287 South: Fort Worth
12
Turn slight right onto US 287
14 mi·13 min·US Highway 287
13
Continue on US 287
0.7 mi·58 sec·Burnett Street
14
Continue on US 287
14 mi·14 min·US Highway 287
15
Continue on US 287
2.8 mi·3 min·Avenue F Northwest
16
Continue on US 287
54 mi·58 min·US Highway 287
17
Continue on US 287
4.1 mi·4 min·Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on US 70; US 183; US 287
41 mi·42 min·US Highway 287 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on US 287
4.6 mi·4 min·Northwest Freeway
20
Keep slight right at fork onto US 287
0.6 mi·42 sec·Northwest Freeway
Toward I 44 West, US 277 South, US 281 South, US 287 South: Wichita Falls
21
Merge onto I 44; US 277; US 281; US 287
2.5 mi·3 min·Central Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on US 277; US 281; US 287
0.9 mi·1 min·Lloyd Ruby Overpass
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on US 281; US 287
0.9 mi·1 min·Central East Freeway
24
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287
1.8 mi·1 min·Central East Freeway
25
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287
97 mi·1 hr 43 min·Central East Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Continue on US 81; US 287
4.6 mi·4 min·US 81; US 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Merge onto I 35W; US 287
2.3 mi·2 min·North Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Take the exit
0.4 mi·24 sec
Exit 57Toward I 820Use the slight right lane.
29
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Toward I 820 EastUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
30
Merge onto I 820
0.4 mi·24 sec·Northeast Loop
31
Take the exit
0.1 mi·7 sec
Toward I 820 Express East Toll
32
Merge onto I 820 TEXpress
5.5 mi·5 min·I 820 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress
4.4 mi·4 min·SH 121/183 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Continue on TX 183 TEXpress
2.5 mi·2 min·SH 183 TEXpress
Toward TX 183 Express EastUse the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Take the exit
262 ft·6 sec
Use the slight right lane.
36
Merge onto TX 183
5.0 mi·5 min·Airport Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
37
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road SouthUse the right lane.
38
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward TX 356: Irving BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
39
Continue on TX 356
2.7 mi·4 min·West Irving Boulevard
Use the left lane.
40
Continue on TX 356
0.4 mi·52 sec·West 2nd Street
41
Turn left onto South Ohio Street
436 ft·19 sec·South Ohio Street
42
Arrive at destination
North Ohio Street
Trip Plan
Given the 7-hour drive time, leaving Dumas in the morning is recommended to ensure you arrive in Irving with plenty of daylight. With two planned stops, you can break up the 401 miles into manageable segments. Keep an eye on your fuel; while the estimated cost is $58, it’s always wise to top up before embarking on longer stretches, especially the 123.2-mile segment on US Highway 287. This route is well-suited for a single day, but if you prefer a more relaxed pace, consider an early afternoon departure and a brief overnight stop.
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 200.5 miles from Dumas, TX, or about 3h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 123.2 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 88 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 200.5 miles or 3h 33m 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 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Irving, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dumas, 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 Dumas, TX
This is one driving day of about 401 miles and 7h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 88 miles from Dumas, 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 US Highway 287 for about 123.2 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 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 268 and 397.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
268 mi into trip|~4h 44m in|US 287 / Northwest Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 287 / Northwest Freeway toward I 44 West, US 277 South, US 281 South, US 287 South: Wichita Falls
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 44 West, US 277 South, US 281 South, U...
7
378.1 mi into trip|~6h 43m in
Take the exit toward I 820
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 57
Toward I 820
7
378.5 mi into trip|~6h 44m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 820 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 820 East
7
397.4 mi into trip|~7h 3m in
Take the exit toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road...
7
397.6 mi into trip|~7h 4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$54.92 one way
$109.85 round trip
$3.48/gal25.4 MPG avg140 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.89
$61.35
$122.70
premium
$4.23
$66.70
$133.40
diesel
$4.80
$75.72
$151.43
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 140.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $42 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
120.3
1
$42.11
$19.25
Efficient EV
100.3
1
$35.09
$16.04
EV Truck/SUV
160.4
2
$56.14
$25.66
Gas CO2
140 kg
EV CO2
47 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Dumas, TX
Late night
in Dumas on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Clear
SSE 10 to 15 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 10:46PM CDT until July 17 at 3:45AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 16 at 9:36PM CDT until July 19 at 3:00AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Destination
Irving, TX
Late night
in Irving on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
SSE 5 mph15% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 10:46PM CDT until July 17 at 3:45AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 16 at 9:36PM CDT until July 19 at 3:00AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio 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
12 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
7h 11m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument
National Monument
13,000 years ago, Alibates Flint was used by mammoth hunters as a source of flint for tools. Learn how important this site was to the survival, commerce, and culture of the people of the High Plains.
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
Free
near mile 27.7
Set within the wide‑open Texas Plains, Lake Meredith National Recreation Area offers a peaceful retreat in the heart of rugged grasslands. Over thousands of years, the Canadian River carved dramatic 2...
15 mi from route
~38 min detour
Free
near mile 27.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is predominantly highway driving, with 93% of the 401 miles on major roads like US Highway 287 and the Central East Freeway. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 123.2 miles on US Highway 287. You'll experience a consistent highway cruise for most of the drive, transitioning to more urban merging as you approach Irving.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
42 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 123.2 mi on US Highway 287.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 287 and Central East Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 268 miles in near US 287 / Northwest Freeway.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 401 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 268 miles (US 287 / Northwest Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 378.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 378.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
3,659 ft484 ft
Total Climb
725 ft
Total Descent
3,901 ft
Highest Point
3,659 ft
Elevation Range
3,176 ft
Notable High Points
3,587 ft at ~57.3 miles+536 ft prominence
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 Dumas, TX to Irving, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 335 along the way.
Irving is a city in the Prairies and Lakes region of Texas. Part of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Irving has experienced exponential growth over the past fifty years, and is home to a multitude of attractions of all types, from modern art to major sporting events. Founded in 1902 out of the remnants of the small community of Kit, Irving is now a bustling city of approximately 197,000 residents.
Rather like Dallas, it is divided into a highly affluent northern half and less affluent but highly diverse southern half. It is bounded to the east by the northern fork (Elm Fork) of the Trinity River and to the northwest by the sprawling D/FW International Airport.
Top landmarks
•Ruth Paine Home — house in Irving, Texas, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 11m. Total distance: 401 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 11m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 123.2 miles on US Highway 287. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 31 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 Irving, 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. There are 31 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 268 miles (US 287 / Northwest Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 378.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 378.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument and Lake Meredith National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.2 hours each way, a round trip means 14.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Irving, TX before the return drive.
