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Trip from Slaton, TX to Garland, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
8h 24m
Distance
446 mi
718 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$61
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
8h 17m
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6 AM
8h 25m
8 AM
8h 40m
10 AM
8h 30m
12 PM
8h 28m
3 PM
8h 31m
5 PM
8h 39m
8 PM
8h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Slaton, TX
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Garland, TX
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Trip Overview
Slaton to Garland is 446 miles and takes about 8h 24m via US 82 East, with a fuel budget near $65 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Texas, traversing the Great Plains region. Expect a predominantly highway experience, making it a straightforward drive for those looking to cover ground efficiently. With two recommended stops and a longest stretch of over 200 miles, it’s best suited for an overnight trip to avoid fatigue. Plan for a practical, no-frills transit between West Texas and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
223 miles from Slaton, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 82 | 208.1 mi | 3h 52m |
| US 62 | 144.5 mi | 2h 32m |
| US Highway 82 East | 43.2 mi | 49m |
| Central East Freeway | 16.4 mi | 16m |
| FM 400 | 14.9 mi | 25m |
| Lamar Road | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| Captain Henry Stout Bypass | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Lamar Avenue | 2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 82
— 208.1 mi, about 3h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Slaton, TX and Garland, TX.
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Start on this road
231 ft
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19 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto South 8th Street
207 ft
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7 sec
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South 8th Street
3
Turn right onto West Lubbock Street
384 ft
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12 sec
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West Lubbock Street
4
Turn right onto US 84 Bus; FM 400
0.7 mi
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1 min
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South 9th Street
5
Continue on US 84 Bus; FM 400
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Industrial Drive
6
Turn right onto FM 400
15 mi
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25 min
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FM 400
7
Turn right onto US 62; US 82; TX 114
144 mi
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2 hr 32 min
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US 62; US 82; TX 114
8
Turn left onto US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
0.6 mi
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40 sec
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North Main Street
9
Continue on US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
1.5 mi
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1 min
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US Highway 82
10
Take the exit onto US 82
48 mi
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53 min
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US 82
Toward US 82 East, US 183 North, US 277 North, US 283 North: Wichita Falls
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82
0.9 mi
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1 min
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US 82
Toward US 82 East, US 281 South, US 287 South: Fort Worth
12
Merge onto US 82; US 281; US 287
0.3 mi
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19 sec
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Central East Freeway
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287
1.8 mi
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1 min
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Central East Freeway
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287
14 mi
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14 min
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Central East Freeway
15
Take the exit onto US 82
159 mi
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2 hr 56 min
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US 82
Toward US 82 East: Henrietta, Gainesville
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto US 82 Business
269 ft
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9 sec
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7th Street Southwest
17
Turn left onto US 82 Business
0.4 mi
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38 sec
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Grand Avenue
18
Continue on US 82 Business; US 271 Business
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Clarksville Street
19
Turn left onto US 82 Business; US 271 Business
0.1 mi
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16 sec
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12th Street Southeast
20
Turn right onto US 82 Business
2.0 mi
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3 min
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Lamar Avenue
21
Continue on US 82
3.2 mi
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3 min
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Lamar Road
22
Continue on US 82
2.9 mi
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3 min
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US Highway 82 East
23
Continue on US 82
2.0 mi
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2 min
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West Front Street
24
Continue on US 82
17 mi
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18 min
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US Highway 82 East
25
Continue on US 82
1.6 mi
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1 min
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West Main Street
26
Turn left onto US 82; TX 37
3.2 mi
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4 min
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Captain Henry Stout Bypass
27
Continue on US 82
24 mi
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27 min
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US Highway 82 East
28
Turn right onto County Road 3215
0.1 mi
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33 sec
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County Road 3215
29
Turn right onto FM 1701
1.5 mi
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3 min
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FM 1701
30
Arrive at destination
FM 1701
Trip Plan
Given the 8h 24m estimated drive time, this is best handled as a two-day trip to ensure you arrive rested. Plan your first day to cover around 200-250 miles, perhaps stopping for the night near the midpoint. You'll want to depart early in the morning to maximize daylight and make the most of your stops. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer stretches on US 82, as services can be more spread out in some sections. Aim to fill up whenever you see a convenient opportunity, particularly before heading into more rural areas.
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 223 miles from Slaton, TX, or about 4h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 208.1 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 98 miles or 1h 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 223 miles or 4h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 223 miles or 4h 10m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Garland, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Slaton, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Slaton, TX
Aim for roughly 223 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Garland, TX
Aim for roughly 223 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 98 miles from Slaton, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 82 for about 208.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
223 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Wichita Falls, TXOvernight Options
Night 1
223 mi · about 4.2h in
A practical overnight split lands near Wichita Falls, TX after about 223 miles or 4.2 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 98 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 223 miles from Slaton, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 82 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 208.1 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 223 miles or 4.2 hours on the road.
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.
Knox County Westbound Rest Area
0 mi from route
Crosby County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
1 mi from route
Rest Area
2 mi from route
Road Ranger
2 mi from route
Texas Travel Information Center at Wichita Falls
2.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
2.4 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 228.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip
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South 8th Street
Turn right onto South 8th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Lubbock Street
Turn right onto West Lubbock Street
Navigation decision point
6
163.1 mi into trip
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~3h 3m in
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US 82
Take the exit onto US 82 toward US 82 East, US 183 North, US 277 North, US 283 North: Wichita Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 82 East, US 183 North, US 277 North,...
6
211.2 mi into trip
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~3h 57m in
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US 82
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82 toward US 82 East, US 281 South, US 287 South: Fort Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 82 East, US 281 South, US 287 South:...
7
228.6 mi into trip
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~4h 16m in
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US 82
Take the exit onto US 82 toward US 82 East: Henrietta, Gainesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward US 82 East: Henrietta, Gainesville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$61.09 one way
$122.18 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
156 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $68.23 | $136.47 |
| premium | $4.23 | $74.19 | $148.37 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $84.21 | $168.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$61
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$191–$301
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 156 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $47 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 133.8 | 1 | $46.83 | $21.41 |
| Efficient EV | 111.5 | 1 | $39.03 | $17.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 178.4 | 2 | $62.44 | $28.54 |
Gas CO2
156 kg
EV CO2
52 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
Slaton, TX
Late night in Slaton on Monday
Local time
1:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSE 10 to 15 mph
36% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 6:41PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 6:41PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
Destination
Garland, TX
Late night in Garland on Monday
Local time
1:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
S 0 to 5 mph
23% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 6:41PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 6:41PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
8 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
8h 24m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
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 almost entirely on highways, with a 96% highway share. You'll be cruising on US 82 for the longest stretch, a continuous 208.1 miles. Expect a consistent, high-speed experience for the vast majority of the trip. The transition to surface roads will only occur in the final miles as you approach Garland, so be prepared for a shift in driving conditions near the end.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 208.1 mi on US 82.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 82 and US 62. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 8th Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 446 miles you will encounter 19 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: near the start (South 8th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Lubbock Street): Navigation decision point; at 163.1 miles (US 82): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
3,105 ft
386 ft
Total Climb
19 ft
Total Descent
2,719 ft
Highest Point
3,105 ft
~31.9 mi in
Elevation Range
2,719 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 Slaton, TX to Garland, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Gainesville along the way.
Gainesville
228.6 mi in
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~4h 16m
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via US 82
About the Cities
Arriving in Garland, TX
Full guide →Founded 1891
Garland is a city in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex area in the State of Texas. Mike Judge, the creator of Beavis and Butthead and King of the Hill, used to live in Garland, as well as some other small towns around Texas. So, yeah. Don't be shocked if you take a wrong turn through a downscale neighborhood and see someone barbecuing hot dogs using one of those things that turns your truck's air filter into a grill. On the other hand, Garland's north side is a palacial monument to suburban living in all its McMansioned, strip malling, Starbucks-sipping glory. Garland is basically an unprepossessing, pleasant place. While it's hard to get too excited about much that happens in Garland, it is just so darned pleasant.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
8h 24m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 208.1 miles on US 82. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 223 miles on day one.
Yes — we found about 11 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 is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Garland, 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 2 meaningful breaks. There are 11 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South 8th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Lubbock Street): Navigation decision point; at 163.1 miles (US 82): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 8.4 hours each way, a round trip means 16.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Garland, 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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