How far is Groesbeck, TX from Dallas, TX?
The driving distance from Groesbeck, TX to Dallas, TX is about 97 miles (156.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 88.4 miles (142.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 36m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Groesbeck and Dallas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Groesbeck and Dallas.
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Start on West Trinity Street
29 m · 6 sec · West Trinity Street
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Turn right onto North Ellis Street
1646 ft · 28 sec · North Ellis Street
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Continue on State Highway 14 South
28.2 mi · 40 min · State Highway 14 South
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Continue on South Austin Avenue
3134 ft · 53 sec · South Austin Avenue
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Take the ramp straight
123 m · 10 sec
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Keep slight left
2022 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
65.7 mi · 1 hr 8 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 · 37 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 Groesbeck and Dallas.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Austin Avenue
Merge slight left
65.7 mi · 01h 08m
Route Summary
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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 Sunny leaving Groesbeck 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 Groesbeck to Dallas?
The road trip is about 97 miles (156.1 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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?
Rice is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.5 miles from Groesbeck and 48.5 miles from Dallas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 88.4 miles (142.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 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 3:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.92 one way or $25.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Groesbeck and Mostly Sunny near Dallas.
Stop Ideas Near Rice
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Old City Jail
Corsicana Animal Shelter
Corsicana Planning & Zoning
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Rice.
Mesquite, TX
Union Station
Dallas, TX
Cleburne
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Groesbeck and Dallas. Straight-line distance: 88.42 mi (142.3 km).
#1 Groesbeck
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 4,173 |
| Coordinates | 31.5243400, -96.5338700 |
| Altitude | 146 |
| 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: 156 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
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 | $12.92 | $25.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.54 | $29.08 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $15.70 | $31.40 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $13.66 | $27.31 |
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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