Trip from Groves, TX to Dallas, TX

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 42m

Distance

295.2 mi

475 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$40

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

5h 29m ★

6 AM

5h 42m

8 AM

6h 9m

10 AM

5h 52m

12 PM

5h 49m

3 PM

5h 53m

5 PM

6h 7m

8 PM

5h 34m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Groves, TX

Mark Direen

Dallas, TX

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Trip Overview

Groves, TX to Dallas, TX is 295.2 miles and takes about 5h 42m via US 69 and US Highway 175 West, with a fuel budget near $43 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward drive across Texas. With 95% of the route on highways, it's a practical option if you're looking for an efficient way to get from Southeast Texas to the Dallas area. Plan for a single-day trip, as the duration is well within typical driving limits.

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

147.6 miles from Groves, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 52m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 69	150.1 mi	2h 53m
US Highway 175 West	78.4 mi	1h 25m
US Highway 175	20.8 mi	22m
Memorial Freeway	15.2 mi	16m
Eastex Freeway	10.2 mi	11m
East Corsicana Street	2.5 mi	4m
Julius Schepps Freeway	2.2 mi	2m
Kurth Drive	2.1 mi	3m

Longest stretch: US 69 — 150.1 mi, about 2h 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Groves, TX and Dallas, TX.

Start on 39th Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · 39th Street

Turn slight right onto East Parkway Street

0.4 mi · 44 sec · East Parkway Street

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 15 sec

Toward TX 73 West

Merge onto TX 73

1.7 mi · 2 min · TX 73

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Toward US 69 South, US 96 South, US 287 South: Beaumont

Merge onto US 69; US 96; US 287

15 mi · 16 min · Memorial Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 69; US 96; US 287

0.2 mi · 22 sec · US 69; US 96; US 287

Toward I 10 East, US 69 North, US 96 North, US 287 North: Lake Charles, Lufkin

Keep slight left at fork onto US 69; US 96; US 287

2.8 mi · 3 min · US 69; US 96; US 287

Toward I 10 East, US 69 North, US 96 North, US 287 North: Lake Charles, Lufkin

Take the exit onto US 69; US 96; US 287

10 mi · 11 min · Eastex Freeway

Exit 853A Toward US 69 North, US 96 North, US 287 North: Lufkin, Jasper

Keep slight left at fork onto US 69; US 287

94 mi · 1 hr 46 min · US 69; US 287

Toward US 69 North, US 287 North: Kountze, Lufkin

Turn right onto US 69 Bus

0.6 mi · 1 min · South Chestnut Street

Turn straight

304 ft · 11 sec

Turn straight onto US 59 Bus; US 69 Bus

1.2 mi · 2 min · South Timberland Drive

Turn left onto US 69 Bus; TX 103

2.1 mi · 3 min · Kurth Drive

At end of road, turn left onto TX 103; Loop 287

0.6 mi · 59 sec · Loop 287 Frontage Road

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 21 sec

Merge onto US 69

54 mi · 1 hr 3 min · US 69

Turn left onto US 175

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Alexander Boulevard

Continue on US 175

0.6 mi · 56 sec · Frankston Highway

Continue on US 175

9.6 mi · 10 min · US Highway 175 West

Turn slight right

3.8 mi · 4 min

Merge onto US 175

1.9 mi · 2 min · East Pine Street

Continue on US 175

21 mi · 22 min · US Highway 175

Continue on US 175 Bus

2.5 mi · 4 min · East Corsicana Street

Keep slight right at fork onto US 175 Bus

69 mi · 1 hr 14 min · US Highway 175 West

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 45

2.2 mi · 2 min · Julius Schepps Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Exit 284B Toward Main Street West, Elm Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 14 sec

Toward Elm Street Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Turn straight onto Elm Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · Elm Street

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Turn right onto North Lamar Street

0.2 mi · 30 sec · North Lamar Street

Arrive at destination

North Lamar Street

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 5h 42m drive, consider an early morning departure from Groves, TX. This allows you to navigate the majority of the 295.2 miles on US 69 and US Highway 175 West before potential afternoon traffic builds. Given the relatively short duration and single-day recommendation, you likely won't need extensive stops, but it's wise to take advantage of the one planned stop for fuel and a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 150.1-mile stretch on US 69, to ensure you have enough to reach your destination comfortably, as the estimated fuel cost is around $43.

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 147.6 miles from Groves, TX, or about 2h 52m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 150.1 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 65 miles or 1h 14m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 147.6 miles or 2h 52m 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 42m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dallas, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Groves, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Groves, TX

This is one driving day of about 295.2 miles and 5h 42m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 miles from Groves, 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 US 69 for about 150.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lufkin, TX

148 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

Houston, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 65 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lufkin, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 147.6 miles from Groves, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 150.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Picnic Area

0.1 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.1 mi from route

Rest Area

0.4 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+14092424301

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 20

5 decision points cluster between mile 18.5 and 294 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

18.5 mi into trip | ~21m in | US 69; US 96; US 287

Keep slight right at fork onto US 69; US 96; US 287 toward I 10 East, US 69 North, US 96 North, US 287 North: Lake Charles, Lufkin

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 10 East, US 69 North, US 96 North, US...

18.7 mi into trip | ~21m in | US 69; US 96; US 287

Keep slight left at fork onto US 69; US 96; US 287 toward I 10 East, US 69 North, US 96 North, US 287 North: Lake Charles, Lufkin

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 10 East, US 69 North, US 96 North, US...

21.4 mi into trip | ~25m in | US 69; US 96; US 287 / Eastex Freeway

Take the exit onto US 69; US 96; US 287 / Eastex Freeway toward US 69 North, US 96 North, US 287 North: Lufkin, Jasper

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 853A Toward US 69 North, US 96 North, US 287 North:...

293.8 mi into trip | ~5h 39m in

Take the exit toward Main Street West, Elm 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 284B Toward Main Street West, Elm Street

294 mi into trip | ~5h 39m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Elm Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward Elm Street

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$40.43 one way

$80.87 round trip

$3.48/gal 25.4 MPG avg 103 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$3.89	$45.16	$90.33
premium	$4.23	$49.10	$98.21
diesel	$4.80	$55.74	$111.48

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$40

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$65–$90

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 103.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	88.6	1	$31.00	$14.17
Efficient EV	73.8	0	$25.83	$11.81
EV Truck/SUV	118.1	1	$41.33	$18.89

Gas CO2

103 kg

EV CO2

35 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

Groves, TX

Late night in Groves on Sunday

Local time

1:59 AM

CDT

Current temp

92°F

Mostly Sunny

S 10 mph 3% chance Live forecast

Flash Flood Warning

Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 4:16PM MDT until July 17 at 6:15PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 4:56PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA

Destination

Dallas, TX

Late night in Dallas on Sunday

Local time

1:59 AM

CDT

Current temp

93°F

Partly Sunny

SSW 10 mph 17% chance Live forecast

Flash Flood Warning

Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 4:16PM MDT until July 17 at 6:15PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 4:56PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA

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

1 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

5h 42m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect to be on highways for about 95% of this 295.2-mile drive. The longest continuous stretch on a main road is 150.1 miles along US 69. You'll transition from highway cruising to surface roads later in the trip as you approach Dallas. The high highway percentage means you'll likely encounter consistent speeds for most of your travel.

95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 150.1 mi on US 69.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 69 and US Highway 175 West. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18.5 miles in near US 69; US 96; US 287.

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 20 significant decision points across 295.2 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 18.5 miles (US 69; US 96; US 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.7 miles (US 69; US 96; US 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.4 miles (US 69; US 96; US 287 / Eastex Freeway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

556 ft 10 ft

Total Climb

593 ft

Total Descent

174 ft

Highest Point

556 ft

~189.8 mi in

Elevation Range

547 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Groves, TX and Dallas, TX, road signs point toward Lufkin and Jasper.

Lufkin

18.5 mi in | ~21m | via US 69; US 96; US 287

Jasper

21.4 mi in | ~25m | via US 69; US 96; US 287

About the Cities

Starting in Groves, TX

Full guide →

Arriving in Dallas, TX

Full guide →

“Big D” · Founded 1841

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...

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 5h 42m. Total distance: 295.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 150.1 miles on US 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 5 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 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. There are 5 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.7 hours each way, a round trip means 11.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Dallas, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Groves, TX to Dallas, TX

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Picnic Area

Pilot Travel Center

Rest Area

Love's Travel Stop

Petro Stopping Centers

City Park

Imagination Station

Roger's Park

Beaumont Children's Museum

World’s Largest Working Fire Hydrant

Beaumont Escape Room

Colorado Canyon

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Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Groves, TX

Dallas, TX

Same local time

1 degrees warmer at arrival

5h 42m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Elevation Profile

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Groves, TX

Arriving in Dallas, TX

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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