Origin
Spearman, TX
Night in Spearman on Saturday
Local time
11:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Spearman, TX to Dallas, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 40m
Distance
422.1 mi
679 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$64
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 31m
★
6 AM
7h 41m
8 AM
8h 0m
10 AM
7h 48m
12 PM
7h 46m
3 PM
7h 49m
5 PM
7h 59m
8 PM
7h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spearman, TX
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Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
This 412.7-mile drive from Spearman, TX, to Dallas, TX, will take approximately 6 hours and 41 minutes of driving time. With a fuel cost estimated at $63, it's a manageable one-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. The route primarily uses local roads, indicated by its 'turn-heavy' profile, meaning you'll be navigating through towns and along state highways rather than long stretches of interstate. As you travel from the Great Plains region of Texas to another part of the Great Plains, expect a consistent landscape throughout your journey. This drive is best suited for those who don't mind a more varied driving experience with frequent turns.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
211 miles from Spearman, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 54m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central East Freeway | 99.2 mi | 1h 46m |
| State Highway 70 | 83.4 mi | 1h 35m |
| US Highway 287 | 81.8 mi | 1h 27m |
| US Highway 287 East | 40.5 mi | 42m |
| West 2nd Street | 27.8 mi | 30m |
| East Kenneth Avenue | 21.4 mi | 23m |
| SH 183 TEXpress | 15 mi | 14m |
| Loop 171 | 9.1 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
Central East Freeway
— 99.2 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spearman, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on FM 759; FM 760
177 ft
·
5 sec
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Northwest Court
2
Turn right onto FM 759; FM 760
340 ft
·
7 sec
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Northeast Court Street
3
Continue on FM 759; FM 760
21 mi
·
23 min
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East Kenneth Avenue
4
Turn right onto TX 70
44 mi
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44 min
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State Highway 70
5
Turn left onto Loop 171
6.2 mi
·
6 min
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Loop 171
6
At end of road, turn right onto TX 273; Loop 171
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
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State Highway 273
7
Continue on TX 273; Loop 171
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
TX 273; Loop 171
8
At end of road, turn left onto SH 70
22 mi
·
26 min
·
State Highway 70
9
Continue on TX 70
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 40 Service Road
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 40 East: Oklahoma City
11
Merge onto I 40; TX 70
2.4 mi
·
2 min
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I 40; TX 70
12
Take the exit onto TX 70
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
TX 70
Exit 124
Toward Texas 70 South: Clarendon
13
Turn slight right
148 ft
·
6 sec
14
Turn slight right onto TX 70
17 mi
·
24 min
·
State Highway 70
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 287; TX 70
28 mi
·
30 min
·
West 2nd Street
16
Turn slight right onto US 287
14 mi
·
13 min
·
US Highway 287
17
Continue on US 287
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
Burnett Street
18
Continue on US 287
14 mi
·
14 min
·
US Highway 287
19
Continue on US 287
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Avenue F Northwest
20
Continue on US 287
54 mi
·
58 min
·
US Highway 287
21
Continue on US 287
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on US 70; US 183; US 287
41 mi
·
42 min
·
US Highway 287 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on US 287
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Northwest Freeway
24
Keep slight right at fork onto US 287
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
Northwest Freeway
Toward I 44 West, US 277 South, US 281 South, US 287 South: Wichita Falls
25
Merge onto I 44; US 277; US 281; US 287
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Central Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Continue on US 277; US 281; US 287
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Lloyd Ruby Overpass
Use the straight lane.
27
Continue on US 281; US 287
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Central East Freeway
28
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287
1.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Central East Freeway
29
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287
97 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
·
Central East Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Continue on US 81; US 287
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
US 81; US 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Merge onto I 35W; US 287
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 57
Toward I 820
Use the slight right lane.
33
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 820 East
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
34
Merge onto I 820
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
·
Northeast Loop
35
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
Toward I 820 Express East Toll
36
Merge onto I 820 TEXpress
5.5 mi
·
5 min
·
I 820 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
SH 121/183 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38
Continue on TX 183 TEXpress
12 mi
·
11 min
·
SH 183 TEXpress
Toward TX 183 Express East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
39
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 183 TEXpress
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
SH 183 TEXpress
40
Merge onto TX 183
0.8 mi
·
50 sec
·
John W Carpenter Freeway
41
Merge onto I 35E
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
North Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
42
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 429B
Toward Continental Avenue, Commerce Street West
Use the slight right lane.
43
Turn straight onto North Stemmons Freeway
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Stemmons Freeway
44
Turn left onto Continental Avenue
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Continental Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
45
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lamar Street
46
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour and 41-minute estimated drive time, this trip is definitely achievable in a single day. Aim to depart Spearman, TX, in the morning to give yourself ample time and avoid arriving in Dallas, TX, too late. With only one recommended stop, you can be flexible with your timing, but it's wise to factor in a brief break for fuel and stretching, especially considering the 'turn-heavy' nature of the route. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; while the estimated cost is $63, local road travel can sometimes consume fuel more quickly than highway driving. A practical tip for this drive is to familiarize yourself with the main roads, particularly Highway 70, before you set off, as frequent turns might require more attention than a simple interstate cruise.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 211 miles from Spearman, TX, or about 3h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 99.2 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 93 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 211 miles or 3h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dallas, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Spearman, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Spearman, TX
This is one driving day of about 422.1 miles and 7h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 93 miles from Spearman, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Central East Freeway for about 99.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
211 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 93 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 211 miles from Spearman, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Central East Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 99.2 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 255 decision points cluster between mile 279.9 and 421.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
279.9 mi into trip
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~5h 7m in
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US 287 / Northwest Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 287 / Northwest Freeway toward I 44 West, US 277 South, US 281 South, US 287 South: Wichita Falls
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 44 West, US 277 South, US 281 South, U...
6
286.5 mi into trip
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~5h 15m in
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US 82; US 287 / Central East Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287 / Central East Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
390 mi into trip
|
~7h 6m in
Take the exit toward I 820
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 57
Toward I 820
7
390.4 mi into trip
|
~7h 6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 820 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 820 East
8
421.4 mi into trip
|
~7h 39m in
Take the exit toward Continental Avenue, Commerce Street West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 429B
Toward Continental Avenue, Commerce Street West
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$63.78 one way
$127.56 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
148 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $69.81 | $139.63 |
| premium | $4.54 | $75.36 | $150.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $93.19 | $186.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$64
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$89–$114
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 147.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $44 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 126.6 | 1 | $44.32 | $20.26 |
| Efficient EV | 105.5 | 1 | $36.93 | $16.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 168.8 | 2 | $59.09 | $27.01 |
Gas CO2
148 kg
EV CO2
49 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.
Destination
Dallas, TX
Night in Dallas on Saturday
Local time
11:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
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
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
7h 40m 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?
Prepare for a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this route, with a 0% highway share. Northeast Court Street and East Kenneth Avenue will likely be your starting points, transitioning onto Highway 70 for a significant portion of the journey. Because this route avoids major interstates, you can anticipate a more intimate experience with the Texas landscape, passing through smaller communities. The lack of long highway stretches means you'll be constantly adjusting your speed and direction, making it a more engaging, albeit less fast-paced, drive. There isn't a 'longest stretch' noted, suggesting a continuous series of turns and road changes.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
46 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 99.2 mi on Central East Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Central East Freeway and State Highway 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 279.9 miles in near US 287 / Northwest Freeway.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 25 significant decision points across 422.1 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 279.9 miles (US 287 / Northwest Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 286.5 miles (US 82; US 287 / Central East Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 390 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Spearman, TX to Dallas, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Texas 70 South: Clarendon along the way.
Texas 70 South: Clarendon
100.3 mi in
|
~1h 47m
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via TX 70
About the Cities
Arriving in Dallas, TX
Full guide →“Big D” · Founded 1841
Dallas, with a population of more than 1.3 million residents, is the ninth largest city in the United States and the third largest in the state of Texas. It is an impressive melting pot of culture and character. Boasting high-end luxury hotels, innumerable fine dining spots, and one of the busiest airports in the world, Dallas maintains an upscale ethos reflected by an affluent population, world-class museums, and a shimmering modern skyline. Its history was marred by the infamous assassination of U.S. President John F. Kennedy, but there is more historic and contemporary heritage to be discovered in the city. As a center of the oil and cotton industries in the late 1800s and early 1900s, Dallas was a classic American boom town and remains one of the fastest growing cities in the nation.
Top landmarks
- • Dallas Museum of Art — art museum in Dallas, Texas
- • Texas School Book Depository — building in Dallas, Texas, United States
- • George W. Bush Presidential Center — Presidential library and museum for U.S. President George W. Bush, located in Da...
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 7h 40m. Total distance: 422.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 40m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 99.2 miles on Central East Freeway. 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.
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 Dallas, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 279.9 miles (US 287 / Northwest Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 286.5 miles (US 82; US 287 / Central East Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 390 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.7 hours each way, a round trip means 15.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Dallas, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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