How far is Kerens, TX from Dallas, TX?
The driving distance from Kerens, TX to Dallas, TX is about 68.2 miles (109.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.2 miles (90.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 15m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 07m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kerens and Dallas.
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Start on the route
20 m · 10 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Northwest 2nd Street
12.7 mi · 16 min · Northwest 2nd Street
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Turn right onto North Interstate 45
128 m · 8 sec · North Interstate 45
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 45 North
898 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left
53.7 mi · 56 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 Kerens 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.
I 45 North
Merge slight left
53.7 mi · 00h 56m
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 leaving Kerens 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 Kerens to Dallas?
The road trip is about 68.2 miles (109.8 km) and usually takes 01h 07m 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?
Ennis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.1 miles from Kerens and 34.2 miles from Dallas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.2 miles (90.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 12 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 4:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.11 one way or $18.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Kerens and Mostly Cloudy near Dallas.
Stop Ideas Near Ennis
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 Ennis.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kerens and Dallas. Straight-line distance: 56.17 mi (90.4 km).
#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: 110 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
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 | $9.11 | $18.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.25 | $20.49 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $11.06 | $22.13 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $9.62 | $19.25 |
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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