How far is Aledo, TX from Dallas, TX?
Fastest route
The distance between Aledo, Texas (76008) and Dallas, Texas is approximately 50.6 miles (81.4 kilometers). Here are some tips and directions for the journey.
Directions
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Get on I-20 E from FM 1187 N. 🚗
- Head east toward N Front St.
- Sharp left onto N Front St.
- Continue straight to stay on FM 1187 N.
- Turn right onto Interstate 20 Frontage Rd/West Freeway.
- Use the left lane to take the ramp onto I-20 E.
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Follow I-20 E and then I-30 E to E R L Thornton Fwy Frontage Rd in Dallas. 🛣️
- Keep left to continue on I-30 E, follow signs for Downtown/Fort Worth.
- Keep left to stay on I-30 E.
- Keep right at the fork to stay on I-30 E.
- Use the left lane to take the I-30 E ramp.
- Keep right at the fork to continue toward I-30 E.
- Keep left at the fork and merge onto I-30 E.
- Take exit 45B toward Convention Ctr.
- Continue on E R L Thornton Fwy Frontage Rd to your destination.
- Continue onto E R L Thornton Fwy Frontage Rd.
- Slight right onto the ramp to Downtown.
- Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Cadiz St and merge onto Cadiz St.
- Turn left onto S Akard St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Consider using I-30 E as it is the fastest route, and it avoids any potential road closures on I-30 E.
- 🛣️ Make sure to keep an eye on the signs for Downtown/Fort Worth while on I-30 E, to ensure you stay on the correct route.
- 🚗 Plan your journey to account for the distance of approximately 50.6 miles (81.4 kilometers) between Aledo and Dallas.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 57m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Tarrant County, Texas
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Aledo and Dallas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aledo and Dallas.
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Start on the route
118 m · 11 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on North FM 1187
2.2 mi · 4 min · North FM 1187
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Turn right onto East Interstate 20
127 m · 13 sec · East Interstate 20
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 20 East: Fort Worth
1833 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
1.3 km · 52 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on West Freeway
15.2 mi · 17 min · West Freeway
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Continue on Tom Landry Freeway
30 mi · 35 min · Tom Landry Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35E North: Denton
871 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35E North: Denton, Commerce Street
620 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35E North: Denton
2740 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto North Stemmons Freeway
1249 ft · 19 sec · North Stemmons Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Continental Avenue
1188 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right onto Continental Avenue
1275 ft · 31 sec · Continental Avenue
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Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
132 m · 11 sec · North Lamar Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Lamar Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Aledo and Dallas.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Tom Landry Freeway
Continue on Tom Landry Freeway
30 mi · 00h 35m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Aledo and Mostly Cloudy near Dallas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Aledo to Dallas?
The road trip is about 50.9 miles (81.9 km) and usually takes 00h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Richland Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.2 miles from Aledo and 25.7 miles from Dallas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.6 miles (75 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.80 one way or $13.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Aledo and Mostly Cloudy near Dallas.
Stop Ideas Near Richland Hills
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
The Keller Watertower
Arlington City Hall
Niles City Hall Saloon
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Richland Hills.
Fort Worth Central Station
Union Station
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Cleburne
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Aledo and Dallas. Straight-line distance: 46.63 mi (75.04 km).
#1 Aledo
City in Parker County, Texas, United States
| Population | 5,335 |
| Coordinates | 32.6959600, -97.6022500 |
| Altitude | 269 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dallas
The ninth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area.
| Population | 1,343,266 |
| Coordinates | 32.7830600, -96.8066700 |
| Altitude | 128 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Lamar Street (-96.806574, 32.783135)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 82 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $6.80 | $13.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.65 | $15.31 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $8.26 | $16.53 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $7.19 | $14.37 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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