Origin
Groesbeck, TX
Morning in Groesbeck on Tuesday
Local time
7:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Groesbeck, 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
2h 13m
Distance
112.8 mi
182 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 4m
★
6 AM
2h 13m
8 AM
2h 32m
10 AM
2h 20m
12 PM
2h 18m
3 PM
2h 21m
5 PM
2h 31m
8 PM
2h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Groesbeck, TX
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Arlington, TX
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Trip Overview
This 112.8-mile drive from Groesbeck, TX to Arlington, TX is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 13 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-45 and State Highway 14 South, with a portion on Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway, this route is ideal for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You can expect to spend around $17 on fuel for this particular route. The drive stays within the Great Plains region, offering a consistent landscape throughout. It's a practical choice if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two Texas locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
56.4 miles from Groesbeck, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 45 | 56.2 mi | 57m |
| State Highway 14 South | 28.2 mi | 39m |
| Lyndon B Johnson Freeway | 15.1 mi | 16m |
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway | 6.1 mi | 6m |
| South Collins Street | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| East Abram Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Austin Avenue | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| TX 14 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 45
— 56.2 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Groesbeck, TX and Arlington, TX.
1
Start on West Trinity Street
95 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Trinity Street
2
Turn right onto TX 14; FM 1245
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Ellis Street
3
Continue on TX 14
28 mi
·
39 min
·
State Highway 14 South
4
Continue on TX 14
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
South Austin Avenue
5
Take the ramp onto TX 14
402 ft
·
9 sec
·
TX 14
6
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 14
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
TX 14
7
Merge onto I 45
56 mi
·
57 min
·
I 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 276A
Toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 20
15 mi
·
16 min
·
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 20
6.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 451
Toward Collins Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn straight onto East Interstate 20
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
East Interstate 20
13
Turn right onto South Collins Street
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
South Collins Street
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto East Abram Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Abram Street
Use the left lane.
15
Arrive at destination
West Abram Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2-hour and 13-minute duration, this trip is perfect for a flexible departure time. Leaving in the morning can help you avoid potential midday traffic, especially as you enter the greater Dallas-Fort Worth area. With no designated stops in the data, plan your own breaks as needed, keeping in mind the longest stretch without an exit is 56.2 miles on I-45. The estimated fuel cost of $17 suggests you'll need to keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading out from Groesbeck.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 56.4 miles from Groesbeck, TX, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.2 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 25 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.4 miles or 1h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 47m
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 Groesbeck, 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 Groesbeck, TX
This is one driving day of about 112.8 miles and 2h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Groesbeck, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 45 for about 56.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 56.4 miles from Groesbeck, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 85 decision points cluster between mile 29.6 and 108.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
29.6 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
I 45
Merge onto I 45
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
85.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m in
Take the exit toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 276A
Toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
5
86.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
|
I 20 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Merge onto I 20 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
107.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 3m in
Take the exit toward Collins Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 451
Toward Collins Street
5
108.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m in
|
South Collins Street
Turn right onto South Collins Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.04 one way
$34.09 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $18.66 | $37.31 |
| premium | $4.54 | $20.14 | $40.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.90 | $49.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.8 | 0 | $11.84 | $5.41 |
| Efficient EV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.87 | $4.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.1 | 0 | $15.79 | $7.22 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Arlington, TX
Morning in Arlington on Tuesday
Local time
7:10 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
22 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
2h 13m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 89% of the route on major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 56.2 miles on I-45 without needing to exit, making for a consistent pace. While largely an interstate experience, the incorporation of State Highway 14 South and Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway means you'll encounter sections that might feel slightly more urban as you approach your destination. Overall, expect a driving experience characterized by efficiency and straightforward navigation, rather than winding scenic byways.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.2 mi on I 45.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 45 and State Highway 14 South. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 29.6 miles in near I 45.
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 112.8 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: at 29.6 miles (I 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.7 miles (I 20 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
720 ft
365 ft
Total Climb
530 ft
Total Descent
406 ft
Highest Point
720 ft
~96.7 mi in
Elevation Range
355 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Groesbeck, TX
Full guide →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 2h 13m. Total distance: 112.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56.2 miles on I 45. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 29.6 miles (I 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.7 miles (I 20 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Arlington, TX before heading back.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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