How far is Galena Park, TX from Dallas, TX?
The driving distance from Galena Park, TX to Dallas, TX is about 249.4 miles (401.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 230.3 miles (370.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 24m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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City in Leon County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Galena Park and Dallas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Galena Park and Dallas.
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Start on Crown Street
119 m · 21 sec · Crown Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Clinton Drive
2.2 mi · 4 min · Clinton Drive
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Take the ramp right toward I 610 North
1502 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto East Loop North
8.7 mi · 11 min · East Loop North
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Take the exit slight right toward Hardy Toll Road North
3219 ft · 1 min
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Continue on Hardy Toll Road
21.8 mi · 25 min · Hardy Toll Road
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Merge slight left
212.6 mi · 3 hr 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Main Street West, Elm Street
1302 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Elm Street
577 ft · 14 sec
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Turn straight onto Elm Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Elm Street
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Turn right onto North Lamar Street
1233 ft · 31 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 Galena Park and Dallas.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Hardy Toll Road
Merge slight left
213 mi · 03h 40m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy leaving Galena Park and Mostly Sunny near Dallas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Galena Park to Dallas?
The road trip is about 249.4 miles (401.3 km) and usually takes 03h 42m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Leona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 124.1 miles from Galena Park and 125.3 miles from Dallas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 230.3 miles (370.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:36 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.26 one way or $66.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 78.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy around Galena Park and Mostly Sunny near Dallas.
Stop Ideas Near Leona
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Leona.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Galena Park and Dallas. Straight-line distance: 230.35 mi (370.71 km).
#1 Galena Park
City in Harris County, Texas, United States
| Population | 10,559 |
| Coordinates | 29.7335600, -95.2302100 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| 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: 401 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $33.26 | $66.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $37.42 | $74.84 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $40.40 | $80.80 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $35.14 | $70.28 |
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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