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Trip from Menard, TX to Arlington, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 48m
Distance
224.1 mi
361 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 35m
★
6 AM
4h 48m
8 AM
5h 15m
10 AM
4h 58m
12 PM
4h 55m
3 PM
4h 59m
5 PM
5h 14m
8 PM
4h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Menard, TX
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Arlington, TX
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Trip Overview
Menard to Arlington is 224 miles and takes about 4 hours 48 minutes via United States Highway 377, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Texas, traversing the Great Plains region for both its start and end points. Expect a straightforward drive that primarily uses highways, making it an efficient way to cover the distance. It's a good option if you're looking for a single-day trip without complex navigation or extensive overnight planning.
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
112.1 miles from Menard, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 31m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| United States Highway 377 | 43.5 mi | 1h 4m |
| North US Highway 377 | 42.4 mi | 51m |
| US Highway 67/377 East | 19 mi | 21m |
| United States Highway 190 | 18.7 mi | 27m |
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway | 18.7 mi | 20m |
| South US Highway 377 | 18.6 mi | 21m |
| US Highway 67 | 15.4 mi | 17m |
| East US Highway 190 | 11.2 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
United States Highway 377
— 43.5 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Menard, TX and Arlington, TX.
1
Start on FM 2092
54 ft
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8 sec
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West San Saba Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 83
1.6 mi
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2 min
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Frisco Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 190
11 mi
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11 min
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East US Highway 190
4
Continue on US 190
19 mi
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27 min
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United States Highway 190
5
Continue on US 190
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Menard Highway
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 87; US 190; US 377
1.4 mi
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1 min
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Bridge Street
7
At end of road, turn left onto US 87; US 190; US 377
131 ft
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1 sec
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Commerce Street
8
Turn right onto US 190; US 377
218 ft
·
5 sec
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Church Street
9
Turn right onto US 190; US 377
327 ft
·
14 sec
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Main Street
10
Turn left onto US 190; US 377
2.0 mi
·
2 min
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Bridge Street
11
Continue on US 377
44 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
United States Highway 377
12
Continue on US 377
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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Main Street
13
Take the ramp onto US 377
230 ft
·
6 sec
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US 377
14
Merge onto US 67; US 84; US 377
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
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West Commerce Street
15
Continue on US 67; US 84; US 377
4.5 mi
·
5 min
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Early Boulevard
16
Continue on US 67; US 377
19 mi
·
21 min
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US Highway 67/377 East
17
Continue on US 67; US 377
2.9 mi
·
3 min
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West Central Avenue
18
Continue on US 67; US 377
15 mi
·
17 min
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US Highway 67
19
Continue on US 67; US 377
2.3 mi
·
2 min
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Southwest US Highway 377
20
Continue on US 67; US 377
4.8 mi
·
5 min
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Dublin Bypass
21
Continue on US 67; US 377
7.5 mi
·
8 min
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South US Highway 377
22
Turn straight onto US 67; US 377
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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West Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 377
3.6 mi
·
5 min
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West South Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on US 377
42 mi
·
51 min
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North US Highway 377
25
Continue on US 377
11 mi
·
13 min
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South US Highway 377
26
Continue on US 377
2.5 mi
·
4 min
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Benbrook Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
27
Turn right onto Southwest Loop 820
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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Southwest Loop 820
28
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 20 East
29
Merge onto I 20
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Keep slight left at fork onto I 20
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Toward I 20 East: Dallas
31
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 449A
Toward FM 157 South: UT Arlington, Mansfield
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Continue on West Interstate 20
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Interstate 20
33
Turn left onto FM 157
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Cooper Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
34
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 157
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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South Cooper Street
Use the left lane.
35
Turn right onto Spur 303
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Pioneer Parkway
Use the right lane.
36
Turn left onto South Center Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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South Center Street
Use the left lane.
37
Continue on South Mesquite Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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South Mesquite Street
38
Turn left onto East Abram Street
0.1 mi
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26 sec
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East Abram Street
39
Arrive at destination
West Abram Street
Trip Plan
Given the under-5-hour drive time, leaving Menard in the morning allows you to reach Arlington the same day with plenty of time to spare. The route has only one recommended stop, so plan your breaks accordingly, perhaps around the halfway point or when you need to refuel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer stretches on US-377, as services can be more spread out in some sections. With only 224 miles, you have flexibility to depart when it suits you best, but an early start is always a good way to beat potential traffic near your destination.
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 112.1 miles from Menard, TX, or about 2h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.5 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 49 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112.1 miles or 2h 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 57m
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 Menard, 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 Menard, TX
This is one driving day of about 224.1 miles and 4h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Menard, 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 United States Highway 377 for about 43.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
112 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 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 112.1 miles from Menard, 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.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Service Plaza
2.4 mi from route
The Martin & Frances Lehnis Railroad Museum
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Early stretch
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Brownwood, Texas
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+13256436376
Visit websiteHeart of Texas Country Music Museum
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, right off the route
First break
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Brady, Texas
Hours: Closed
+13255971895
Visit websitePresidio de San Saba
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, right off the route
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Menard, Texas
Hours: Open 24 hours
+13253964789
Visit websiteBrown County Museum of History
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Early stretch
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Brownwood, Texas
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+13256411926
Visit websiteHeart of Texas Museum
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
First break
1.8 mi from route
~4 min detour
Brady, Texas
Hours: 1–5 pm
+13255970526
Visit websiteForest Park Miniature Railroad
4.4
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the end, ~12 min detour
Home stretch
4.8 mi from route
~12 min detour
Fort Worth, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+18179665509
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 185 decision points cluster between mile 139.5 and 219.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
139.5 mi into trip
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~3h 2m in
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US 67; US 377 / West South Loop
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 377 / West South Loop
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
199.7 mi into trip
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~4h 17m in
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I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
213.8 mi into trip
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~4h 32m in
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I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway toward I 20 East: Dallas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 20 East: Dallas
8
218.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 37m in
Take the exit toward FM 157 South: UT Arlington, Mansfield
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 449A
Toward FM 157 South: UT Arlington, Mansfield
6
219.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 40m in
|
FM 157 / South Cooper Street
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 157 / South Cooper Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.69 one way
$61.39 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
78 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $34.29 | $68.57 |
| premium | $4.23 | $37.28 | $74.55 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $42.31 | $84.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 67.2 | 0 | $23.53 | $10.76 |
| Efficient EV | 56 | 0 | $19.61 | $8.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 89.6 | 1 | $31.37 | $14.34 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Menard, TX
Night in Menard on Monday
Local time
11:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
94°F
Sunny
SSW 5 to 10 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 20 at 10:53AM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 20 at 10:51AM CDT until July 21 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Destination
Arlington, TX
Night in Arlington on Monday
Local time
11:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
101°F
Sunny
SSW 5 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 20 at 10:53AM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 20 at 10:51AM CDT until July 21 at 8:00PM 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
7 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
4h 48m 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?
This drive is mostly highway, with 77% of the 224 miles spent on main roads like United States Highway 377 and US Highway 67/377 East. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 43.5 miles on United States Highway 377, offering a good opportunity for steady cruising. As you get closer to Arlington, expect the highway environment to transition, potentially with more frequent exits and increased traffic as you approach the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 43.5 mi on United States Highway 377.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on United States Highway 377 and North US Highway 377. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 139.5 miles in near US 67; US 377 / West South Loop.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 224.1 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 139.5 miles (US 67; US 377 / West South Loop): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 199.7 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 213.8 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,964 ft
604 ft
Total Climb
650 ft
Total Descent
1,930 ft
Highest Point
1,964 ft
~16 mi in
Elevation Range
1,360 ft
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Starbucks
Cafe
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Arlington, TX
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Th 07:00-20:00; Fr 07:00-17:00
Visit websiteiCafe
Cafe
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Cuisine: japanese
Hours: Su-Fr 11:00-15:00,16:00-21:00
Visit websiteStarbucks
Cafe
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
1.6 mi from route
~4 min detour
Granbury, TX
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteStarbucks
Cafe
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Granbury, TX
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Fr 05:00-21:00
Visit websiteTea2Go TeaN’ergy
Cafe
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
2.1 mi from route
~5 min detour
Granbury, TX
Cuisine: tea
Visit websiteStarbucks
Cafe
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
1.7 mi from route
~4 min detour
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Su 05:00-20:00
Subway
Fast_food
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.2 mi from route
Arlington, TX
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: 07:00-02:00
Visit websiteWendy's
Fast_food
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.2 mi from route
~1 min detour
Arlington, TX
Cuisine: burger
Hours: Mo-Sa 06:30-22:00; Su 08:00-22:00
Visit websitePie Five Pizza Co
Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Arlington, TX
Cuisine: pizza
Hours: Mo-Su 11:00-22:00
Visit websitePanera Bread
Fast_food
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Arlington, TX
Cuisine: sandwich;bakery
Hours: Su-Tu 11:00-24:00, We-Sa 11:00-02:00
Visit websiteKFC
Fast_food
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Arlington, TX
Cuisine: chicken
Hours: 10:00-23:00
Visit websiteLong John Silver's
Fast_food
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Arlington, TX
Cuisine: seafood
Hours: 10:00-23:00
Das Stuka
Attraction
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Geronimo
Attraction
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Surf Rider
Attraction
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Splashwater Beach
Attraction
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Mega Wedgie
Attraction
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Wahoo Racer
Attraction
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.3 mi from route
~6 min detour
The Ditch
Memorial
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Bank of Menard, 1903
Memorial
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Memorial
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Fort McKavett, C.S.A.
Memorial
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
Menard County Courthouse
Memorial
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
Frisco Depot
Memorial
Near the start, right off the route
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Dallas / Arlington KOA
Camp_site
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.6 mi from route
~7 min detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
About the Cities
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 4h 48m. Total distance: 224.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 43.5 miles on United States Highway 377. 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 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 2 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 139.5 miles (US 67; US 377 / West South Loop): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 199.7 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 213.8 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Arlington, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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