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Trip from Spur, TX to Dallas, 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
5h 22m
Distance
294.8 mi
474 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 9m
★
6 AM
5h 23m
8 AM
5h 50m
10 AM
5h 32m
12 PM
5h 29m
3 PM
5h 33m
5 PM
5h 48m
8 PM
5h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spur, TX
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Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
Spur, TX to Dallas, TX is 294.8 miles and takes about 5h 22m via Central East Freeway and US 82, with a fuel budget near $43 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you from the open landscapes of the Great Plains in Texas to the more populated Great Plains region surrounding Dallas. With a highway share of 66%, you'll find yourself on major roads for a good portion of the drive, making for a straightforward trip. It's a solid one-day drive, perfect if you want to get to Dallas without needing an overnight stop.
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
147.4 miles from Spur, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 42m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central East Freeway | 98.6 mi | 1h 45m |
| 5th Street | 93.5 mi | 1h 38m |
| US 82 | 49 mi | 55m |
| SH 183 TEXpress | 15 mi | 14m |
| Highway 70 | 10 mi | 14m |
| I 820 TEXpress | 5.5 mi | 5m |
| US 81 | 4.6 mi | 4m |
| SH 121/183 TEXpress | 4.4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Central East Freeway
— 98.6 mi, about 1h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spur, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on FM 836
76 ft
·
6 sec
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West Harris Street
2
Turn left onto Loop 21
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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Burlington Avenue
3
At end of road, turn left onto TX 70
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
West Hill Street
4
Continue on TX 70
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Highway 70
5
Continue on TX 70
7.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Highway 70
6
Turn right onto US 82; TX 114
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
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West Highway 82
7
Continue on US 82; TX 114
94 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
5th Street
8
Continue on US 82; TX 114
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West California Street
9
Turn left onto US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
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North Main Street
10
Continue on US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 82
11
Take the exit onto US 82
48 mi
·
53 min
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US 82
Toward US 82 East, US 183 North, US 277 North, US 283 North: Wichita Falls
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 82
Toward US 82 East, US 281 South, US 287 South: Fort Worth
13
Merge onto US 82; US 281; US 287
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
Central East Freeway
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287
1.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Central East Freeway
15
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.
16
Continue on US 81; US 287
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
US 81; US 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto I 35W; US 287
2.3 mi
·
2 min
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North Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 57
Toward I 820
Use the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 820 East
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
20
Merge onto I 820
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
·
Northeast Loop
21
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
Toward I 820 Express East Toll
22
Merge onto I 820 TEXpress
5.5 mi
·
5 min
·
I 820 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
SH 121/183 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on TX 183 TEXpress
12 mi
·
11 min
·
SH 183 TEXpress
Toward TX 183 Express East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 183 TEXpress
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
SH 183 TEXpress
26
Merge onto TX 183
0.8 mi
·
50 sec
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John W Carpenter Freeway
27
Merge onto I 35E
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
North Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 429B
Toward Continental Avenue, Commerce Street West
Use the slight right lane.
29
Turn straight onto North Stemmons Freeway
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Stemmons Freeway
30
Turn left onto Continental Avenue
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Continental Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
31
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lamar Street
32
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 22m estimated drive time, leaving Spur, TX in the morning is your best bet to arrive in Dallas with plenty of daylight. You'll only have one recommended stop, so plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the halfway point. The fuel cost is estimated at $43, so ensure your tank is full before you depart. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 98.6-mile stretch on Central East Freeway, as services can be spaced out in some sections. Since this is a manageable one-day drive, you have flexibility if you encounter unexpected delays.
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 147.4 miles from Spur, TX, or about 2h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.6 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 65 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 147.4 miles or 2h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 25m
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 Spur, 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 Spur, TX
This is one driving day of about 294.8 miles and 5h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 miles from Spur, 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 Central East Freeway for about 98.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
147 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 65 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 147.4 miles from Spur, 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 98.6 miles.
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
Wise County Northbound
0 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
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
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Texas Travel Information Center at Wichita Falls
2.2 mi from route
Mr. Fuel Travel Center
2.4 mi from route
City Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.4 mi from route
~3 min detour
Dallas, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+19724823055
Visit websiteiFLY Indoor Skydiving - Fort Worth
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, ~10 min detour
Home stretch
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Hurst, Texas
Hours: 10:30 am–6:30 pm
+18178184359
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 205 decision points cluster between mile 108.1 and 294.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
108.1 mi into trip
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~1h 59m 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
156.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 52m 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
262.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 48m 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
263.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 48m 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
294.1 mi into trip
|
~5h 21m 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
$40.38 one way
$80.76 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
103 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $45.10 | $90.20 |
| premium | $4.23 | $49.04 | $98.07 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $55.66 | $111.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 103.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 88.4 | 1 | $30.95 | $14.15 |
| Efficient EV | 73.7 | 0 | $25.80 | $11.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 117.9 | 1 | $41.27 | $18.87 |
Gas CO2
103 kg
EV CO2
34 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
Spur, TX
Late night in Spur on Monday
Local time
4:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 15 mph
40% chance
Live forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 4:16PM MDT until July 17 at 6:15PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 4:56PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Destination
Dallas, TX
Late night in Dallas on Monday
Local time
4:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
93°F
Partly Sunny
SSW 10 mph
17% chance
Live forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 4:16PM MDT until July 17 at 6:15PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 4:56PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
102°F
Henrietta, TX
147 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
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
5h 22m 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?
You'll be on highway for about 66% of this 294.8-mile drive. The longest continuous stretch on highway is 98.6 miles, primarily on Central East Freeway. Expect to transition from highway cruising to surface streets as you approach Dallas. The route involves significant time on major arteries like US 82, which means you'll likely encounter denser traffic and more frequent exits as you get closer to your destination.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98.6 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 5th Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 108.1 miles in near US 82.
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 20 significant decision points across 294.8 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 108.1 miles (US 82): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 156.2 miles (US 82): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 262.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,287 ft
428 ft
Total Climb
200 ft
Total Descent
2,059 ft
Highest Point
2,287 ft
Elevation Range
1,858 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Spur, TX
Full guide →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 5h 22m. Total distance: 294.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 98.6 miles on Central East Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 14 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 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 1 meaningful breaks. There are 14 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 108.1 miles (US 82): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 156.2 miles (US 82): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 262.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.4 hours each way, a round trip means 10.8 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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