Traveling from Winnsboro to Arlington covers 120.4 miles across the Texas Great Plains, making for a straightforward trek that typically takes about 2 hours and 21 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $18 for fuel to make the connection between these two points. Since the route remains entirely within the state of Texas, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the journey. Whether you are heading to the metro area for business or leisure, this drive offers a reliable and efficient way to reach your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
60.2 miles from Winnsboro, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 30
95.6 mi
1h 42m
East Broadway Street
21.2 mi
31m
North Center Street
1.8 mi
4m
South Broadway Street
0.6 mi
<1m
Wet N Wild Way
0.5 mi
<1m
Industrial Drive West
0.1 mi
<1m
West Abram Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 30
— 95.6 mi, about 1h 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winnsboro, TX and Arlington, TX.
1
Start on TX 11
21 mi·31 min·East Broadway Street
2
Turn right onto TX 154
0.6 mi·54 sec·South Broadway Street
3
Turn left onto Industrial Drive West
0.1 mi·11 sec·Industrial Drive West
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·24 sec
5
Merge onto I 30; US 67
96 mi·1 hr 42 min·I 30; US 67
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 28BToward FM 157: Collins StreetUse 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 2-hour and 21-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid the heaviest traffic near Arlington. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled for this 120.4-mile trip, you can easily power through the drive without needing to plan for extended breaks. If you prefer a more relaxed pace, consider filling your tank before leaving Winnsboro to lock in your $18 fuel estimate early. Since the vast majority of your time is spent on I-30, keep a close eye on lane markers and highway signage as you merge into the more congested metropolitan traffic. Taking advantage of the route's directness allows you to maximize your time once you arrive at your destination.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 60.2 miles from Winnsboro, TX, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 95.6 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 26 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.2 miles or 1h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 55m
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 Winnsboro, 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 Winnsboro, TX
This is one driving day of about 120.4 miles and 2h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Winnsboro, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 30 for about 95.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 21.8 and 120.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
21.8 mi into trip|~32m in|Industrial Drive West
Turn left onto Industrial Drive West
Navigation decision point
5
22.1 mi into trip|~33m in|I 30; US 67
Merge onto I 30; US 67
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
117.7 mi into trip|~2h 15m 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
118.5 mi into trip|~2h 17m in|North Center Street
Turn left onto North Center Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
120.4 mi into trip|~2h 21m in|West Abram Street
Turn right onto West Abram Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.19 one way
$36.39 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$19.91
$39.83
premium
$4.54
$21.50
$42.99
diesel
$5.61
$26.58
$53.17
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.1
0
$12.64
$5.78
Efficient EV
30.1
0
$10.54
$4.82
EV Truck/SUV
48.2
0
$16.86
$7.71
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Winnsboro, TX
Late night
in Winnsboro on Tuesday
Local time
3:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Arlington, TX
Late night
in Arlington on Tuesday
Local time
3:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 15 mph12% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 4:08AM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued April 13 at 1:44AM CDT until April 13 at 5:00AM CDT by NWS San Angelo 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.
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
4 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
2h 21m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily focused on highway travel, with 79% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate East Broadway Street and North Center Street briefly, but the core of your journey relies on I-30. Expect a long, steady stint behind the wheel, as your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 95.6 miles along the interstate. The transition from the quieter roads of Winnsboro into the busier corridors leading toward Arlington marks a clear shift in traffic density. Prepare for a standard interstate experience that prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic detours.
79% 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: 95.6 mi on I 30.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 30 and East Broadway Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 21.8 miles in near Industrial Drive West.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Winnsboro, TX to Arlington, TX is easy. At 2h 21m with 79% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 21.8 miles (Industrial Drive West): Navigation decision point; at 22.1 miles (I 30; US 67): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 117.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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
The longest stretch is about 95.6 miles on I 30. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 21.8 miles (Industrial Drive West): Navigation decision point; at 22.1 miles (I 30; US 67): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 117.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Arlington, TX before heading back.
