Spanning 354 miles across the Great Plains, your journey from Wolfforth to Dallas typically takes about 5 hours and 8 minutes of drive time. Because this route is manageable within a single day, you can easily complete it without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $53 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Navigating this path requires moving through local corridors like the Marsha Sharp Freeway and Spur 327 before transitioning toward the Dallas area. Since the entire trip takes place within Texas, you will experience a consistent regional landscape throughout your travel.
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
176.7 miles from Wolfforth, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 84
183 mi
3h 5m
US Highway 84
73.9 mi
1h 14m
Tom Landry Freeway
30 mi
35m
East Highway 84
26.9 mi
26m
West Freeway
15.2 mi
17m
Loop 289
5.9 mi
6m
Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
4.5 mi
4m
Marsha Sharp Freeway
3 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
US 84
— 183 mi, about 3h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wolfforth, TX and Dallas, TX.
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Start on FM 179
0.3 mi·35 sec·Dowden Road
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Turn sharp left onto East Highway 62
0.4 mi·47 sec·East Highway 62
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Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
4
Merge onto US 62; US 82
3.0 mi·3 min·Marsha Sharp Freeway
5
Take the exit onto Spur 327
2.1 mi·3 min·Spur 327
Toward Spur 327
6
Merge onto Loop 289
5.9 mi·6 min·Loop 289
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward US 84: Slaton, Post
8
Turn straight onto Southeast Loop 289
0.3 mi·34 sec·Southeast Loop 289
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Take the ramp
0.1 mi·17 sec
10
Merge onto US 84
2.9 mi·3 min·Slaton Road
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Continue on US 84
6.9 mi·6 min·East Highway 84
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Continue on US 84
4.5 mi·4 min·Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
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Continue on US 84
20 mi·20 min·East Highway 84
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Continue on US 84
1.0 mi·1 min·North US Highway 84
15
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi·16 sec·East 15th Street
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Turn right onto TX 207
0.4 mi·37 sec·Ralls Road
17
Turn straight onto TX 207
1.1 mi·2 min·North Avenue F
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At end of road, turn left onto US 84
74 mi·1 hr 14 min·US Highway 84
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Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
183 mi·3 hr 5 min·US 84
Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: AbileneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 30
15 mi·17 min·West Freeway
Exit 421Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort WorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on I 30
30 mi·35 min·Tom Landry Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi·14 sec
Exit 45AToward I 35E North: DentonUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·15 sec
Toward I 35E North: Denton, Commerce StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 35E North: DentonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Merge onto I 35E
0.2 mi·19 sec·North Stemmons Freeway
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 429AToward Continental AvenueUse the slight right lane.
27
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
0.2 mi·31 sec·Continental Avenue
Use the right lane.
28
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft·10 sec·North Lamar Street
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Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Plan for one dedicated stop along your 354-mile journey to keep your energy levels steady during the 5-hour trek. Because this route involves a higher volume of local turns, leaving early in the day helps you avoid peak congestion as you approach the Dallas metro area. Keep your fuel budget of $53 in mind, and try to fill up before hitting the more urbanized segments of the drive to avoid fluctuating city prices. Since this is a one-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace based on traffic conditions. Pay close attention to your navigation when transitioning between the Marsha Sharp Freeway and local connectors to ensure you stay on the most efficient path.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 176.7 miles from Wolfforth, TX, or about 3h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 183 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 78 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 176.7 miles or 3h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 2m
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 Wolfforth, 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 Wolfforth, TX
This is one driving day of about 353.5 miles and 6h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 78 miles from Wolfforth, 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 US 84 for about 183 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 123.6 and 352.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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123.6 mi into trip|~2h 9m in|US 84
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84 toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
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306.6 mi into trip|~5h 15m in|I 30 / West Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30 / West Freeway toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 421
Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
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351.9 mi into trip|~6h 8m in
Take the exit toward I 35E North: Denton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 45A
Toward I 35E North: Denton
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352.1 mi into trip|~6h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35E North: Denton, Commerce Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35E North: Denton, Commerce Street
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352.9 mi into trip|~6h 10m in
Take the exit toward Continental Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 429A
Toward Continental Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.41 one way
$106.83 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg124 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$58.47
$116.93
premium
$4.54
$63.12
$126.23
diesel
$5.61
$78.05
$156.10
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 123.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
106.1
1
$37.12
$16.97
Efficient EV
88.4
1
$30.93
$14.14
EV Truck/SUV
141.4
1
$49.49
$22.62
Gas CO2
124 kg
EV CO2
41 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Wolfforth, TX
Late night
in Wolfforth on Tuesday
Local time
4:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Dallas, TX
Late night
in Dallas on Tuesday
Local time
4:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
6h 11m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy, local-style drive rather than a straightforward interstate cruise. The route relies on a mix of local roads and Highway 62, meaning you won't encounter the long, monotonous stretches typical of cross-country highway travel. In fact, there is no significant uninterrupted highway mileage, as the path emphasizes localized navigation over high-speed transit. You will spend your time navigating through various segments, making the experience feel more like a series of connected legs than one long, straight shot. Stay alert, as the road personality shifts frequently from the start in Wolfforth to your final arrival in Dallas.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 183 mi on US 84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and US Highway 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 123.6 miles in near US 84.
Driving Effort10/10
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 18 significant decision points across 353.5 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 123.6 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 306.6 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 351.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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...
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 11m. Total distance: 353.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 11m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 183 miles on US 84. 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 123.6 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 306.6 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 351.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.2 hours each way, a round trip means 12.4 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.
