If you are planning to travel from Grand Prairie to Snyder, expect a 376.6-mile journey that typically takes 6 hours and 40 minutes behind the wheel. This route stays entirely within the Great Plains region of Texas, making it a consistent, straightforward trek across the state. Since the entire trip can be completed in a single day, you likely won't need an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Budget approximately $58 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Because the drive is highway-focused, it is a practical option for those looking to reach their destination efficiently without navigating complex detours.
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
188.3 miles from Grand Prairie, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 20m 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
Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
42.3 mi
43m
Highway 84
20 mi
19m
Tom Landry Freeway
17 mi
21m
West Freeway
15.5 mi
17m
East Highway 84
6.8 mi
6m
Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
4.6 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 182.3 mi, about 3h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Prairie, TX and Snyder, TX.
1
Start on this road
219 ft·21 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto Northeast 5th Street
189 ft·10 sec·Northeast 5th Street
3
Turn right onto TX 180
0.3 mi·36 sec·East Main Street
4
Continue on TX 180
0.4 mi·53 sec·West Main Street
5
Turn slight right onto Dalworth Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Dalworth Street
6
Turn right onto TX 161
0.1 mi·11 sec·North State Highway 161
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward PGBT Toll North
8
Merge onto PGBT
0.4 mi·23 sec·President George Bush Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward I 30: Dallas, Fort WorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 30 West: Forth WorthUse the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto I 30
17 mi·21 min·Tom Landry Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 30; US 377
15 mi·17 min·West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 20
182 mi·3 hr 4 min·I 20
Use the slight right lane.
14
Take the exit onto US 84
0.3 mi·19 sec·US 84
Exit 238AToward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
74 mi·1 hr 14 min·US 84
16
Turn right onto Loop 46
1.0 mi·1 min·South Avenue F
17
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207
0.1 mi·10 sec·North Avenue F
18
Turn straight onto TX 207
0.4 mi·38 sec·Ralls Road
19
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi·17 sec·East 15th Street
20
Turn right onto US 84
1.0 mi·1 min·North US Highway 84
21
Continue on US 84
20 mi·19 min·Highway 84
22
Continue on US 84
4.6 mi·4 min·Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
23
Continue on US 84
6.8 mi·6 min·East Highway 84
24
Continue on US 84
4.5 mi·5 min·Slaton Road
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
26
Turn slight right onto Interstate 27
321 ft·6 sec·Interstate 27
27
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
28
Merge onto I 27; US 87
42 mi·43 min·Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
29
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward FM 2337
30
Turn straight onto East Service Road
0.2 mi·28 sec·East Service Road
31
Turn sharp right onto FM 2337
0.5 mi·1 min·FM 2337
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Turn left onto County Road 145
2.0 mi·7 min·County Road 145
33
Arrive at destination
County Road 145
Trip Plan
To keep your drive manageable, plan for at least one substantial stop to break up the 6-hour and 40-minute duration. Since the majority of your time is spent on interstates and major highways, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the 182.3-mile stretch on I-20 to avoid unnecessary detours. Leaving early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid fatigue and ensure you arrive in Snyder with plenty of daylight. Because this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to choose your own pace, but staying alert during the long highway segments is essential. Use your one planned stop strategically to stretch your legs and refuel before transitioning onto the Marshall Formby Memorial Highway.
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 188.3 miles from Grand Prairie, TX, or about 3h 20m 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 83 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 188.3 miles or 3h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Snyder, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Grand Prairie, 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 Grand Prairie, TX
This is one driving day of about 376.6 miles and 6h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 83 miles from Grand Prairie, 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 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 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 217.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Northeast 5th Street
Turn left onto Northeast 5th Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.8 mi into trip|~4m in|PGBT / President George Bush Turnpike
Merge onto PGBT / President George Bush Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
2.1 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the exit toward I 30: Dallas, Fort Worth
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.
Toward I 30: Dallas, Fort Worth
7
2.5 mi into trip|~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 30 West: Forth Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 30 West: Forth Worth
6
217.8 mi into trip|~3h 49m 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
$56.91 one way
$113.81 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg132 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$62.29
$124.57
premium
$4.54
$67.24
$134.48
diesel
$5.61
$83.15
$166.30
Estimated Tolls: $0.03
President George Bush Turnpike
(0.4 mi)$0.03
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$57
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$82–$107
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 131.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
113
1
$39.54
$18.08
Efficient EV
94.2
1
$32.95
$15.06
EV Truck/SUV
150.6
1
$52.72
$24.10
Gas CO2
132 kg
EV CO2
44 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Grand Prairie, TX
Late night
in Grand Prairie on Sunday
Local time
3:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Snyder, TX
Late night
in Snyder on Sunday
Local time
3:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 40m 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?
This drive is dominated by high-speed highway travel, with 84% of your journey spent on major routes. You will rely primarily on I-20, US-84, and the Marshall Formby Memorial Highway to navigate the distance. Expect a significant initial push, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 182.3 miles along I-20 before the road profile transitions. The route maintains a consistent, highway-focused character throughout, favoring steady cruising over technical or winding local roads. Be prepared for a long haul that prioritizes directness and speed over variety in terrain.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 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?
10/10
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 early in the drive near Northeast 5th Street.
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 22 significant decision points across 376.6 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: near the start (Northeast 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (PGBT / President George Bush Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Grand Prairie, TX to Snyder, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Lubbock along the way.
Snyder is a city in the Llano Estacado region of Texas. It was a very rough and tumble place in the early days after first being settled in 1878. Then there was an oil boom period. Now Snyder has a college (Western Texas College) and a little more of a diversified and stable presence.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 40m. Total distance: 376.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 40m 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.
Expect about $0.03 in tolls one way, starting with President George Bush Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Snyder, 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 (Northeast 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (PGBT / President George Bush Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.7 hours each way, a round trip means 13.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Snyder, TX before the return drive.
