How far is Malakoff, TX from Dallas, TX?
The driving distance from Malakoff, TX to Dallas, TX is about 73.9 miles (118.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.8 miles (101 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 16m.
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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Town in Kaufman County, Texas
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Malakoff and Dallas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Malakoff and Dallas.
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Start on South Terry Street
131 m · 13 sec · South Terry Street
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Turn right onto East Royall Boulevard
2.2 mi · 3 min · East Royall Boulevard
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Continue on State Highway 31 West
4.1 mi · 5 min · State Highway 31 West
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Turn left
1180 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto Jed Robinson Loop
2.1 mi · 2 min · Jed Robinson Loop
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Take the exit slight right
1347 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight left
66 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto US Highway 175 West
67.5 mi · 1 hr 13 min · US Highway 175 West
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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 · 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 Malakoff 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.
US Highway 175 West
Turn left onto US Highway 175 West
67.5 mi · 01h 13m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Malakoff and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Dallas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Malakoff to Dallas?
The road trip is about 73.9 miles (118.9 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?
Oak Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.1 miles from Malakoff and 33.8 miles from Dallas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.8 miles (101 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.86 one way or $19.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Malakoff and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Dallas.
Stop Ideas Near Oak Grove
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 Oak Grove.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Malakoff and Dallas. Straight-line distance: 62.76 mi (101.01 km).
#1 Malakoff
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 2,314 |
| Coordinates | 32.1696000, -96.0124700 |
| Altitude | 114 |
| 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: 119 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
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 | $9.86 | $19.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.10 | $22.20 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $11.98 | $23.97 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $10.42 | $20.84 |
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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