How far is Kemp, TX from Dallas, TX?
The driving distance from Kemp, TX to Dallas, TX is about 45.2 miles (72.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41 miles (66 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Kaufman County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kemp and Dallas.
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Start on East 9th Street
35 m · 5 sec · East 9th Street
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Turn right onto North Elm Street
1 mi · 2 min · North Elm Street
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Turn left onto East US Highway 175
40.4 mi · 44 min · East US Highway 175
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Merge slight left onto Julius Schepps Freeway
2.2 mi · 3 min · Julius Schepps Freeway
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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 Kemp 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.
East US Highway 175
Turn left onto East US Highway 175
40.4 mi · 00h 44m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kemp to Dallas?
The road trip is about 45.2 miles (72.7 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Crandall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.6 miles from Kemp and 22.6 miles from Dallas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41 miles (66 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.2 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 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.01 one way or $12.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Kemp and Showers And Thunderstorms near Dallas.
Stop Ideas Near Crandall
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Crandall.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kemp and Dallas. Straight-line distance: 40.99 mi (65.96 km).
#1 Kemp
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,251 |
| Coordinates | 32.4426400, -96.2299800 |
| Altitude | 116 |
| 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: 73 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $6.01 | $12.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.76 | $13.52 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $7.30 | $14.60 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $6.35 | $12.70 |
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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