Spanning 163.9 miles between Early and Dallas, this route connects two points within the Great Plains region of Texas. You can expect a drive time of approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your journey will take you from the local thoroughfares of Garmon Drive and Early Boulevard before transitioning onto Highway 67. Budgeting around $24 for fuel should cover your transit costs comfortably. Since the entire trip is manageable in a single session, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule rather than worrying about mid-trip accommodations.
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
81.9 miles from Early, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 35m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Northeast Big Bend Trail
61.8 mi
1h 11m
US Highway 67
44.2 mi
50m
US Highway 67/377 East
19 mi
21m
South US Highway 377
7.5 mi
8m
Marvin D Love Freeway
5.5 mi
5m
Dublin Bypass
4.8 mi
5m
South R L Thornton Freeway
4.2 mi
4m
West Central Avenue
2.9 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Northeast Big Bend Trail
— 61.8 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Early, TX and Dallas, TX.
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Start on US 84; US 183
149 ft·4 sec·US 84; US 183
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Merge onto US 84; US 183
146 ft·29 sec·Garmon Drive
3
Continue on US 84; US 183
150 ft·1 sec·Garmon Drive
4
Turn right onto US 67; US 377
2.7 mi·3 min·Early Boulevard
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Continue on US 67; US 377
19 mi·21 min·US Highway 67/377 East
6
Continue on US 67; US 377
2.9 mi·3 min·West Central Avenue
7
Continue on US 67; US 377
15 mi·17 min·US Highway 67
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Continue on US 67; US 377
2.3 mi·2 min·Southwest US Highway 377
9
Continue on US 67; US 377
4.8 mi·5 min·Dublin Bypass
10
Continue on US 67; US 377
7.5 mi·8 min·South US Highway 377
11
Turn straight onto US 67; US 377
1.3 mi·2 min·West Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 377
2.5 mi·4 min·West South Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto US 67
0.4 mi·30 sec·Glen Rose Road
14
Continue on US 67
29 mi·32 min·US Highway 67
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Continue on US 67
62 mi·1 hr 11 min·Northeast Big Bend Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on US 67
2.7 mi·2 min·West S G Alexander Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on US 67
5.5 mi·5 min·Marvin D Love Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 35E
4.2 mi·4 min·South R L Thornton Freeway
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on I 35E
1.3 mi·1 min·South Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 429AToward Continental AvenueUse the slight right lane.
21
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
0.2 mi·31 sec·Continental Avenue
Use the right lane.
22
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft·10 sec·North Lamar Street
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Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward 2-hour and 50-minute trek, you can easily complete it in one go, though scheduling a single stop will help break up the technical local stretches. Given the turn-heavy nature of the roads, try to depart during daylight hours to ensure better visibility and a more relaxed experience. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge early on, as the $24 estimate assumes a standard vehicle efficiency; topping off before you head out is a smart way to avoid mid-route stress. Because the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, check your GPS frequently to stay on track through the various turns along Highway 67.
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 81.9 miles from Early, TX, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.8 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 36 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.9 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dallas, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Early, 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 Early, TX
This is one driving day of about 163.9 miles and 3h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Early, 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 Northeast Big Bend Trail for about 61.8 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 163.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 84; US 183 / Garmon Drive
Merge onto US 84; US 183 / Garmon Drive
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
56.1 mi into trip|~1h 4m in|US 67; US 377 / West South Loop
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 377 / West South Loop
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
157.8 mi into trip|~3h 2m in|I 35E / South R L Thornton Freeway
Merge onto I 35E / South R L Thornton Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
163.3 mi into trip|~3h 8m in
Take the exit toward Continental Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 429A
Toward Continental Avenue
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163.5 mi into trip|~3h 9m in|Continental Avenue
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.77 one way
$49.53 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg57 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$27.11
$54.22
premium
$4.54
$29.26
$58.53
diesel
$5.61
$36.19
$72.37
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: 57.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
49.2
0
$17.21
$7.87
Efficient EV
41
0
$14.34
$6.56
EV Truck/SUV
65.6
0
$22.95
$10.49
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Early, TX
Late night
in Early on Tuesday
Local time
5:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Dallas, TX
Late night
in Dallas on Tuesday
Local time
5:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Mostly Clear
S 5 to 10 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 16 at 6:58PM CDT until April 16 at 7:15PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 16 at 4:16PM CDT until April 16 at 8:00PM 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
16 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 10m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate through local roads for the duration of the 163.9-mile trip, requiring your full attention as you transition between Garmon Drive, Early Boulevard, and Highway 67. Because the road lacks long, monotonous highway stretches, the driving experience remains engaging and dynamic. The technical nature of these smaller roads means your pace will be more measured than on a standard freeway, so plan for a consistent, steady rhythm behind the wheel.
53% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.8 mi on Northeast Big Bend Trail.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 84; US 183 / Garmon Drive.
Driving Effort6/10
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 163.9 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (US 84; US 183 / Garmon Drive): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 56.1 miles (US 67; US 377 / West South Loop): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 157.8 miles (I 35E / South R L Thornton Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 3h 10m. Total distance: 163.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 61.8 miles on Northeast Big Bend Trail. 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 Dallas, 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: near the start (US 84; US 183 / Garmon Drive): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 56.1 miles (US 67; US 377 / West South Loop): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 157.8 miles (I 35E / South R L Thornton Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Dallas, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
