Origin
Red Lick, TX
Night in Red Lick on Saturday
Local time
9:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Red Lick, TX to Arlington, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 25m
Distance
191.5 mi
308 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 14m
★
6 AM
3h 26m
8 AM
3h 50m
10 AM
3h 34m
12 PM
3h 32m
3 PM
3h 35m
5 PM
3h 49m
8 PM
3h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Red Lick, TX
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Arlington, TX
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Trip Overview
This 191.5-mile drive from Red Lick, TX to Arlington, TX is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes. Primarily on I-30, this route stays within the Great Plains region of Texas. With a projected fuel cost of around $29, it's an economical option for a quick journey. The road offers a straightforward drive, making it a practical choice if you're looking to get from point A to point B efficiently. You'll likely find this an uncomplicated transit, perfect for those who prefer minimal fuss on their travels.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
95.7 miles from Red Lick, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 30 | 185 mi | 3h 12m |
| West New Boston Road | 2 mi | 2m |
| North Center Street | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| FM 3419 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Wet N Wild Way | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| FM 2253 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Abram Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 30
— 185 mi, about 3h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Red Lick, TX and Arlington, TX.
1
Start on FM 3419
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
FM 3419
2
Turn right onto US 82
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West New Boston Road
3
Turn right onto FM 2253
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
FM 2253
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
5
Merge onto I 30
185 mi
·
3 hr 12 min
·
I 30
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 28B
Toward FM 157: Collins Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn straight onto Wet N Wild Way
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
Wet N Wild Way
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
8
Turn left onto North Center Street
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
North Center Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Turn right onto West Abram Street
297 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Abram Street
10
Arrive at destination
West Abram Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 25-minute duration, this route is well-suited for a single day of travel. Aim to depart in the morning to allow for a relaxed pace and to avoid potential afternoon traffic as you approach Arlington. You'll encounter one stop along the way, so plan your breaks accordingly. With a significant portion on I-30, be mindful of maintaining your speed and staying aware of other travelers. The 185-mile stretch on I-30 means you can cover a lot of ground without needing to exit, so ensure you have enough fuel before embarking on that long segment.
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 95.7 miles from Red Lick, TX, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 185 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 42 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.7 miles or 1h 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 46m
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 Red Lick, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Red Lick, TX
This is one driving day of about 191.5 miles and 3h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Red Lick, 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 I 30 for about 185 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
96 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 95.7 miles from Red Lick, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 30 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 185 miles.
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 1.1 and 189.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 82 / West New Boston Road
Turn right onto US 82 / West New Boston Road
Navigation decision point
4
3.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
3.8 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 30
Merge onto I 30
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
188.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 19m in
Take the exit toward FM 157: Collins Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 28B
Toward FM 157: Collins Street
4
189.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 21m in
|
North Center Street
Turn left onto North Center Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.94 one way
$57.87 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $31.67 | $63.35 |
| premium | $4.54 | $34.19 | $68.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $42.28 | $84.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57.4 | 0 | $20.11 | $9.19 |
| Efficient EV | 47.9 | 0 | $16.76 | $7.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 76.6 | 0 | $26.81 | $12.26 |
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Night in Arlington on Saturday
Local time
9:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Greenville, TX
96 mi in
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
26 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
3h 25m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience for 97% of this 191.5-mile journey. The dominant road is I-30, which forms the longest stretch of continuous driving at 185 miles. This means you'll be on a high-speed, consistent road for the vast majority of your trip. While the profile is largely highway, you will encounter segments on West New Boston Road and North Center Street, offering a slight variation before rejoining the interstate. The character is predominantly that of a continuous, efficient transit.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 185 mi on I 30.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 30 and West New Boston Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near US 82 / West New Boston Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 25m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (US 82 / West New Boston Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (I 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 3h 25m. Total distance: 191.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 185 miles on I 30. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (US 82 / West New Boston Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (I 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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