Origin
Mart, TX
Late night in Mart on Tuesday
Local time
5:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mart, TX to McGregor, 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
48m
Distance
37.8 mi
61 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mart, TX
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McGregor, TX
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 37.8-mile drive from Mart, TX to McGregor, TX takes about 48 minutes and is easily manageable as a day trip. You'll primarily navigate East Loop 340, East Texas Avenue, and George W Bush Parkway. With a fuel cost estimated at $6, this is an economical journey. The drive offers a mixed landscape as you travel within the Great Plains region of Texas, making it a simple and direct connection between these two communities. You won't need to worry about overnight stays, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Loop 340 | 8.4 mi | 10m |
| East Texas Avenue | 7.8 mi | 11m |
| George W Bush Parkway | 6.6 mi | 8m |
| East State Highway 6 | 6.5 mi | 6m |
| West US Highway 84 | 5.2 mi | 5m |
| East McGregor Drive | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| West Loop 340 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| TX 6 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East Loop 340
— 8.4 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mart, TX and McGregor, TX.
1
Start on TX 164
7.8 mi
·
11 min
·
East Texas Avenue
2
Merge onto TX 6
6.5 mi
·
6 min
·
East State Highway 6
3
Take the exit onto TX 6
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
TX 6
4
Turn left onto TX 6; Loop 340
8.4 mi
·
10 min
·
East Loop 340
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
6
Turn straight onto West Loop 340
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
West Loop 340
7
Keep slight left at fork onto West Loop 340
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Loop 340
8
Turn left onto West Waco Drive
212 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Waco Drive
9
Continue on Woodway Drive
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Woodway Drive
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 84
11
Merge onto US 84
6.6 mi
·
8 min
·
George W Bush Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on US 84
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
West US Highway 84
13
Continue on US 84
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East McGregor Drive
14
Arrive at destination
US 84
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.9 miles from Mart, 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 7.8 and 24.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
7.8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
TX 6 / East State Highway 6
Merge onto TX 6 / East State Highway 6
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
14.6 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
TX 6; Loop 340 / East Loop 340
Turn left onto TX 6; Loop 340 / East Loop 340
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
23.2 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
West Loop 340
Keep slight left at fork onto West Loop 340
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
24.1 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the ramp toward US 84
Navigation decision point
Toward US 84
5
24.3 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
US 84 / George W Bush Parkway
Merge onto US 84 / George W Bush Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.71 one way
$11.42 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $6.25 | $12.50 |
| premium | $4.54 | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.35 | $16.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.97 | $1.81 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.31 | $1.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.29 | $2.42 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
McGregor, TX
Late night in McGregor on Tuesday
Local time
5:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Beverly Hills, TX
19 mi in
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
2 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
48m 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?
The character of this drive is a blend of highway and local road experiences, with 49% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter an uninterrupted stretch of 8.4 miles on East Loop 340, providing a taste of steady cruising. The route progresses through varied driving conditions, transitioning between faster-paced parkway sections and potentially more local road segments as you approach your destination. Expect a mixed drive that keeps you engaged without being overly demanding.
49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.4 mi on East Loop 340.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.8 miles in near TX 6 / East State Highway 6.
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 37.8 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 7.8 miles (TX 6 / East State Highway 6): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 14.6 miles (TX 6; Loop 340 / East Loop 340): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.2 miles (West Loop 340): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
About the Cities
Starting in Mart, TX
Full guide →Arriving in McGregor, TX
Full guide →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 48m. Total distance: 37.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (49%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.4 miles on East Loop 340. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 2 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 McGregor, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.8 miles (TX 6 / East State Highway 6): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 14.6 miles (TX 6; Loop 340 / East Loop 340): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.2 miles (West Loop 340): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Waco Mammoth National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at McGregor, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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