Hale County Southbound Rest Area
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Trip from Hale Center, TX to Arlington, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 18m
Distance
362.7 mi
584 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 6m
★
6 AM
6h 19m
8 AM
6h 44m
10 AM
6h 28m
12 PM
6h 25m
3 PM
6h 29m
5 PM
6h 43m
8 PM
6h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hale Center, TX
Thomas balabaud
Arlington, TX
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Trip Overview
Hale Center, TX to Arlington, TX is 362.7 miles and takes about 6h 18m via US 84, with a fuel budget near $53 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route primarily stays on US 84, also known as the Marshall Formby Memorial Highway, for most of the trip. You'll be driving through the Great Plains region for both your departure and arrival points. Given the duration and distance, this trip is easily manageable as a single day's drive. Plan for a straightforward trip with minimal complexity.
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
181.3 miles from Hale Center, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 7m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 84 | 183 mi | 3h 5m |
| US Highway 84 | 73.9 mi | 1h 14m |
| Marshall Formby Memorial Highway | 30.8 mi | 30m |
| East Highway 84 | 26.9 mi | 26m |
| West Freeway | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| Tom Landry Freeway | 12.3 mi | 15m |
| Loop 289 | 7.5 mi | 8m |
| Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway | 4.5 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
US 84
— 183 mi, about 3h 5m
Traffic on I-20
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 56 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,599 veh/hr typical · worst 2,068
Quietest
2 AM
~199 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hale Center, TX and Arlington, TX.
1
Start on I 27; US 87
31 mi
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30 min
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Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
2
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 536B
Toward Loop 289
3
Turn straight onto North Interstate 27
0.5 mi
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1 min
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North Interstate 27
4
Turn left onto North Loop 289
0.2 mi
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24 sec
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North Loop 289
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
6
Merge onto Loop 289
7.5 mi
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8 min
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Loop 289
7
Take the exit
421 ft
·
10 sec
Toward Spur 331: Southeast Drive
8
Keep slight right at fork
233 ft
·
5 sec
Toward Spur 331: Southeast Drive
9
Turn straight onto Southeast Loop 289
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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Southeast Loop 289
10
Turn right onto Spur 331
1.9 mi
·
2 min
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Southeast Drive
11
Merge onto US 84
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
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Slaton Road
12
Continue on US 84
6.9 mi
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6 min
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East Highway 84
13
Continue on US 84
4.5 mi
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4 min
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Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
14
Continue on US 84
20 mi
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20 min
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East Highway 84
15
Continue on US 84
1.0 mi
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1 min
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North US Highway 84
16
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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East 15th Street
17
Turn right onto TX 207
0.4 mi
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37 sec
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Ralls Road
18
Turn straight onto TX 207
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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North Avenue F
19
At end of road, turn left onto US 84
74 mi
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1 hr 14 min
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US Highway 84
20
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
183 mi
·
3 hr 5 min
·
US 84
Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30
15 mi
·
17 min
·
West Freeway
Exit 421
Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on I 30
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Tom Landry Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 27A
Toward Lamar Boulevard, Cooper Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Turn right onto North Cooper Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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North Cooper Street
25
Turn left onto West Randol Mill Road
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
West Randol Mill Road
Use the left lane.
26
Turn right onto North Center Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Center Street
Use the right lane.
27
Turn right onto West Abram Street
297 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Abram Street
28
Arrive at destination
West Abram Street
Trip Plan
Given this is a single-day drive of about 6 hours and 18 minutes, leaving in the morning will give you plenty of time to reach Arlington before evening. The longest stretch without a major highway change is 183 miles on US 84, so plan your fuel stops accordingly. While the fuel cost is estimated at $53, it's always wise to have a bit extra. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your breaks. Keep an eye out for the transition from rural cruising on US 84 to more urban driving as you near the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
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 181.3 miles from Hale Center, TX, or about 3h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 183 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 80 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 181.3 miles or 3h 7m 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 10m
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 Hale Center, 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 Hale Center, TX
This is one driving day of about 362.7 miles and 6h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hale Center, 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 84 for about 183 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
181 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 181.3 miles from Hale Center, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 84 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 183 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.
Llano Estacado Picnic Area
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Picnic Area
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I-20 Westbound Picnic Area
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I-20 Eastbound Picnic Area
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Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Hale County Northbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.1 mi from route
Eastland County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Eastland County Westbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Nolan County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
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Love's Travel Stop
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Road Ranger
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Flying J Travel Center
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Love's Travel Stop
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Love's Travel Stop
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Road Ranger
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TA
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
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Love's Travel Stop
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Service Plaza
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Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Eagles Landing Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.2 mi from route
Callahan County Eastbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Callahan County Westbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
1 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.5 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.6 mi from route
White Settlement Museum
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, ~9 min detour
Home stretch
3.8 mi from route
~9 min detour
White Settlement, Texas
Hours: 10 am–3 pm
+18172469719
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 39.5 and 361.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
39.5 mi into trip
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~42m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Spur 331: Southeast Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Spur 331: Southeast Drive
8
149.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 35m in
|
US 84
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84 toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
8
332.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 40m in
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I 30 / West Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30 / West Freeway toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 421
Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
8
360.3 mi into trip
|
~6h 13m 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
6
361.2 mi into trip
|
~6h 15m in
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West Randol Mill Road
Turn left onto West Randol Mill Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$55.53 one way
$111.07 round trip
$3.89/gal
25.4 MPG avg
127 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.29 | $61.29 | $122.58 |
| premium | $4.64 | $66.23 | $132.46 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $88.23 | $176.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 126.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 108.8 | 1 | $38.08 | $17.41 |
| Efficient EV | 90.7 | 1 | $31.74 | $14.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 145.1 | 1 | $50.78 | $23.21 |
Gas CO2
127 kg
EV CO2
42 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.
Origin
Hale Center, TX
Morning in Hale Center on Monday
Local time
10:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Partly Cloudy
SSW 5 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Arlington, TX
Morning in Arlington on Monday
Local time
10:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Partly Cloudy
SE 0 to 5 mph
0% chance
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
3 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 18m 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?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 86% of the 362.7 miles on major roads like US 84. You'll encounter a long stretch of 183 miles on US 84 without needing to exit for other highways. Expect a fairly consistent driving experience for most of the trip, transitioning to more surface roads as you approach your destination. The density of exits will likely increase as you get closer to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 183 mi on US 84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and US Highway 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 39.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 17 significant decision points across 362.7 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 39.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 149.7 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 332.8 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
3,403 ft
604 ft
Total Climb
42 ft
Total Descent
2,841 ft
Highest Point
3,403 ft
Elevation Range
2,799 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Hale Center, TX to Arlington, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 289 along the way.
Loop 289
30.8 mi in
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~30m
About the Cities
Starting in Hale Center, 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 6h 18m. Total distance: 362.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 18m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 183 miles on US 84. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 36 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 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. There are 36 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 39.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 149.7 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 332.8 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.3 hours each way, a round trip means 12.6 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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