Origin
Wylie, TX
Late night in Wylie on Sunday
Local time
1:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wylie, TX to Amarillo, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 47m
Distance
371 mi
597 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 36m
★
6 AM
6h 48m
8 AM
7h 11m
10 AM
6h 56m
12 PM
6h 54m
3 PM
6h 57m
5 PM
7h 10m
8 PM
6h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wylie, TX
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Amarillo, TX
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Trip Overview
Planning a trip from Wylie, TX to Amarillo, TX covers 371 miles and will take approximately 6 hours and 47 minutes of driving time. This route is primarily highway-focused, with 78% of your journey on major roadways like US Highway 287. Given the distance and duration, this drive is easily manageable as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. Expect a fuel cost of around $56 for this journey. You'll be traveling across the Great Plains region of Texas for the entirety of this drive, experiencing a consistent landscape throughout.
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
185.5 miles from Wylie, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 27m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 287 | 75.4 mi | 1h 17m |
| North US Highway 287 | 72.5 mi | 1h 15m |
| US Highway 287 East | 40.5 mi | 42m |
| East 11th Street | 28.7 mi | 32m |
| Boykin Drive | 26.2 mi | 28m |
| US Highway 287 West | 25.7 mi | 26m |
| US Highway 380 West | 21.5 mi | 24m |
| South Stemmons Freeway | 20.9 mi | 22m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 287
— 75.4 mi, about 1h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wylie, TX and Amarillo, TX.
1
Start on North Ballard Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Ballard Avenue
2
Turn right onto TX 78
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
South State Highway 78
3
Turn right onto FM 544
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
FM 544
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on FM 544
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East FM 544
5
Continue on FM 544
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West FM 544
6
Continue on 14th Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
14th Street
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on East Plano Parkway
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
East Plano Parkway
8
Turn left onto Jupiter Road
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Jupiter Road
Use the left lane.
9
Turn slight right
167 ft
·
7 sec
10
Turn straight onto TX 190
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
President George Bush Highway
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward PGBT Toll West
12
Merge onto PGBT
15 mi
·
15 min
·
President George Bush Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
1.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 35E North: Denton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 35E North: Denton
Use the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto I 35E
21 mi
·
22 min
·
South Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 35; US 77
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
I 35; US 77
17
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 469
Toward US 380: University Drive
18
Turn straight onto North Interstate 35
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Interstate 35
19
Turn left onto US 380
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West University Drive
Use the straight / left lanes.
20
Continue on US 380
22 mi
·
24 min
·
US Highway 380 West
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
22
Merge onto US 81; US 287
72 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
North US Highway 287
23
Continue on US 281; US 287
0.8 mi
·
58 sec
·
Lloyd Ruby Overpass
24
Continue on US 277; US 281; US 287
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Central Freeway
Use the straight lane.
25
Keep slight left at fork onto US 287
5.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Northwest Freeway
Exit 3A
Toward US 287 North: Vernon, Amarillo
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
26
Continue on US 287
40 mi
·
42 min
·
US Highway 287 East
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
27
Continue on US 70; US 183; US 287
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Continue on US 287
26 mi
·
26 min
·
US Highway 287 West
Use the straight lane.
29
Continue on US 287
29 mi
·
32 min
·
East 11th Street
30
Continue on US 287
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Avenue F Northeast
31
Continue on US 287
14 mi
·
14 min
·
US Highway 287
32
Continue on US 287
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Burnett Street
33
Continue on US 287
14 mi
·
13 min
·
US Highway 287
34
Turn straight onto US 287
26 mi
·
28 min
·
Boykin Drive
35
Continue on US 287
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 2nd Street
36
Continue on US 287
28 mi
·
28 min
·
US Highway 287
37
Continue on US 287; FM 1151
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East 1st Street
38
Continue on US 287
20 mi
·
20 min
·
US Highway 287
39
Keep slight right at fork onto East Interstate Drive
329 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Interstate Drive
Toward East 3rd Avenue
40
Keep slight right at fork onto Southeast 3rd Avenue
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Southeast 3rd Avenue
41
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
42
Merge onto Loop 335
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Lakeside Drive
43
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward US 60, I 40 Business: Amarillo Boulevard
44
Turn left onto I 40 Business; US Historic 66; US 60
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
East Amarillo Boulevard
45
Continue on I 40 Business; Original US Route 66; US 60
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 40 Business; Original US Route 66; US 60
46
Continue on I 40 Business
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
East Amarillo Boulevard
47
Arrive at destination
I 40 Business; Original US Route 66; US 60
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 371-mile drive, consider an early morning departure from Wylie to maximize daylight and minimize traffic. With a driving duration of under 7 hours, you can comfortably complete this trip in one day, but plan for at least one stop for fuel and a break. The longest stretch without a convenient exit is 75.4 miles, so ensure you have sufficient fuel before embarking on that segment. The estimated fuel cost is $56, so budget accordingly. Given it's a single-day journey, you have flexibility to adjust your pace as needed.
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 185.5 miles from Wylie, TX, or about 3h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.4 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 82 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 185.5 miles or 3h 27m 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Amarillo, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wylie, 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 Wylie, TX
This is one driving day of about 371 miles and 6h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Wylie, 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 Highway 287 for about 75.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
186 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 82 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 185.5 miles from Wylie, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 287 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 75.4 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 185 decision points cluster between mile 9.9 and 149.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
9.9 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
PGBT / President George Bush Turnpike
Merge onto PGBT / President George Bush Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
24.6 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward I 35E North: Denton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35E North: Denton
7
26.2 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35E North: Denton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 35E North: Denton
6
47.6 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward US 380: University Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 469
Toward US 380: University Drive
9
149.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 49m in
|
US 287 / Northwest Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 287 / Northwest Freeway toward US 287 North: Vernon, Amarillo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 3A
Toward US 287 North: Vernon, Amarillo
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$56.06 one way
$112.12 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
130 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $61.36 | $122.72 |
| premium | $4.54 | $66.24 | $132.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $81.91 | $163.82 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.18
President George Bush Turnpike
(14.7 mi)
$1.18
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$82–$107
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 129.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 111.3 | 1 | $38.96 | $17.81 |
| Efficient EV | 92.8 | 1 | $32.46 | $14.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 148.4 | 1 | $51.94 | $23.74 |
Gas CO2
130 kg
EV CO2
43 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
Amarillo, TX
Late night in Amarillo on Sunday
Local time
1:04 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
25 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
6h 47m 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?
This is largely a highway-focused drive, with most of your time spent on US Highway 287 and its variations. You'll experience 78% of this journey on these main roads, offering a straightforward and efficient path. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 75.4 miles on US Highway 287, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent driving. While it's a highway route, the consistent focus on US-287 means you won't be navigating complex turns or significantly varying road types.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
47 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 75.4 mi on US Highway 287.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 287 and North US Highway 287. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.9 miles in near PGBT / President George Bush Turnpike.
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 18 significant decision points across 371 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 9.9 miles (PGBT / President George Bush Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Amarillo, TX
Full guide →Amarillo, which means "yellow" in Spanish, is the center of the Texas Panhandle at the edge of the Great Plains.
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 6h 47m. Total distance: 371 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 47m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 75.4 miles on US Highway 287. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.18 in tolls one way, starting with President George Bush Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Amarillo, 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 9.9 miles (PGBT / President George Bush Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.8 hours each way, a round trip means 13.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Amarillo, 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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