Origin
Floydada, TX
Morning in Floydada on Tuesday
Local time
7:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Floydada, TX to Arlington, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 5m
Distance
327.3 mi
527 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 53m
★
6 AM
6h 5m
8 AM
6h 31m
10 AM
6h 14m
12 PM
6h 12m
3 PM
6h 16m
5 PM
6h 30m
8 PM
5h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Floydada, TX
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Arlington, TX
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Trip Overview
This 307.4-mile journey from Floydada, Texas, to Arlington, Texas, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 55 minutes of driving time. You'll navigate primarily on local roads, with no highway driving, making it a turn-heavy experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $47. Given the duration and local road focus, this drive is best suited for a single-day adventure, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. Both your origin and destination are within the Great Plains region, so expect consistent, open landscapes throughout your drive.
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
163.6 miles from Floydada, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central East Freeway | 98.6 mi | 1h 45m |
| 5th Street | 93.5 mi | 1h 38m |
| US 82 | 49 mi | 55m |
| US Highway 82 | 33.2 mi | 34m |
| South Ralls Highway | 20.8 mi | 27m |
| Tom Landry Freeway | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| US 81 | 4.6 mi | 4m |
| I 820 TEXpress | 3.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Central East Freeway
— 98.6 mi, about 1h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Floydada, TX and Arlington, TX.
1
Start on Pumpkin Capital Lane
0.2 mi
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51 sec
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Pumpkin Capital Lane
2
Turn left onto US 70
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
South 2nd Street
3
Continue on US 62; TX 207
21 mi
·
27 min
·
South Ralls Highway
4
Turn slight left onto TX 207
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Avenue E
5
Turn left onto US 82; TX 114
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
·
4th Street
6
Continue on US 82; TX 114
7.3 mi
·
7 min
·
US Highway 82
7
Continue on US 82; TX 114
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
8
Continue on US 82; TX 114
24 mi
·
25 min
·
US Highway 82
9
Continue on US 82; TX 114
94 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
5th Street
10
Continue on US 82; TX 114
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West California Street
11
Turn left onto US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Main Street
12
Continue on US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 82
13
Take the exit onto US 82
48 mi
·
53 min
·
US 82
Toward US 82 East, US 183 North, US 277 North, US 283 North: Wichita Falls
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 82
Toward US 82 East, US 281 South, US 287 South: Fort Worth
15
Merge onto US 82; US 281; US 287
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
Central East Freeway
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287
1.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Central East Freeway
17
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.
18
Continue on US 81; US 287
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
US 81; US 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto I 35W; US 287
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 57
Toward I 820
Use the slight right lane.
21
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 820 East
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
22
Merge onto I 820
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
·
Northeast Loop
23
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
Toward I 820 Express East Toll
24
Merge onto I 820 TEXpress
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
I 820 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Merge onto I 820
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Merge onto I 820; TX 121; TX 183
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
·
Airport Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Keep slight left at fork onto I 820
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
I 820
Toward I 820 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Take the exit
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Exit 28A
Toward I 30 East: Dallas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Merge onto I 30
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Tom Landry Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 27A
Toward Lamar Boulevard, Cooper Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Turn right onto North Cooper Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Cooper Street
33
Turn left onto West Randol Mill Road
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
West Randol Mill Road
Use the left lane.
34
Turn right onto North Center Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Center Street
Use the right lane.
35
Turn right onto West Abram Street
297 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Abram Street
36
Arrive at destination
West Abram Street
Trip Plan
With a driving time of under 5 hours, this 307.4-mile trip is comfortably achievable in one day. Aim to depart Floydada in the morning to allow ample time for the drive and any brief stops you might need. Since it's not an interstate route, plan for slower average speeds and be mindful of the "turn-heavy" nature of the drive. With a fuel cost estimated at $47, ensure your tank is full before leaving Floydada. A single stop should be sufficient for this journey, but having flexibility in your schedule is always a good idea on local road trips.
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 163.6 miles from Floydada, TX, or about 3h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.6 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 72 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 163.6 miles or 3h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 56m
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 Floydada, 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 Floydada, TX
This is one driving day of about 327.3 miles and 6h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 72 miles from Floydada, 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 Central East Freeway for about 98.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
164 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 72 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 163.6 miles from Floydada, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Central East Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.6 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 245 decision points cluster between mile 307.4 and 324.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
307.4 mi into trip
|
~5h 38m 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
307.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 38m 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
315.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 47m in
|
I 820
Keep slight left at fork onto I 820 toward I 820 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 820 South
7
318.9 mi into trip
|
~5h 51m in
Take the exit toward I 30 East: Dallas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 28A
Toward I 30 East: Dallas
8
324.9 mi into trip
|
~5h 59m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.46 one way
$98.91 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
115 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $54.13 | $108.27 |
| premium | $4.54 | $58.44 | $116.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $72.26 | $144.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 114.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 98.2 | 1 | $34.37 | $15.71 |
| Efficient EV | 81.8 | 0 | $28.64 | $13.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 130.9 | 1 | $45.82 | $20.95 |
Gas CO2
115 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Arlington, TX
Morning in Arlington on Tuesday
Local time
7:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
9 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 5m 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?
Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" for the entirety of this 307.4-mile route, as indicated by the 0% highway share. This means you'll be making frequent turns rather than cruising on interstates. With a longest uninterrupted stretch not specified, it's wise to anticipate a drive with consistent navigation through local roads. The profile suggests a drive that requires attention to your route and upcoming turns, rather than a straightforward highway cruise. You'll be on roads like South 2nd Street and South Ralls Highway for significant portions of this trip.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98.6 mi on Central East Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Central East Freeway and 5th Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 307.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 24 significant decision points across 327.3 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 307.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 307.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 315.8 miles (I 820): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Floydada, TX
Full guide →Founded 1890
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 5m. Total distance: 327.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 5m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 98.6 miles on Central East 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 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 307.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 307.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 315.8 miles (I 820): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.1 hours each way, a round trip means 12.2 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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