How far is Marfa, TX from Dallas, TX?
The driving distance from Marfa, TX to Dallas, TX is about 521.8 miles (839.8 km), with a travel time of about 08h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 457.8 miles (736.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 16h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 08h 13m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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City in Mitchell County, Texas
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marfa and Dallas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marfa and Dallas.
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Start on the route
58 m · 19 sec
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Turn left onto South Highland Street
1176 ft · 38 sec · South Highland Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Lincoln Street
147 m · 21 sec · East Lincoln Street
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Turn left onto North Dean Street
22.1 mi · 29 min · North Dean Street
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Turn right
30.9 mi · 38 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
4.5 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto Fort Worth Street
2 mi · 4 min · Fort Worth Street
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Continue straight
22.1 mi · 39 min
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Turn right
1052 ft · 29 sec
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Take the ramp straight toward I 20 East: Odessa, Midland
725 ft · 18 sec
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Merge slight left
398.3 mi · 6 hr 38 min
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Keep slight left to continue on West Freeway
15.2 mi · 17 min · West Freeway
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Continue on Tom Landry Freeway
30 mi · 35 min · Tom Landry Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35E North: Denton
871 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35E North: Denton, Commerce Street
620 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35E North: Denton
2740 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto North Stemmons Freeway
1249 ft · 19 sec · North Stemmons Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Continental Avenue
1188 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right onto Continental Avenue
1275 ft · 31 sec · Continental Avenue
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Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
132 m · 11 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 Marfa and Dallas.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 20 East
Merge slight left
398 mi · 06h 38m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Sunny leaving Marfa and Sunny near Dallas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marfa to Dallas?
The road trip is about 521.8 miles (839.8 km) and usually takes 08h 13m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Colorado City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 263.5 miles from Marfa and 258.3 miles from Dallas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 457.8 miles (736.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 64 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 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $69.61 one way or $139.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 163.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Marfa and Sunny near Dallas.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marfa and Dallas. Straight-line distance: 457.76 mi (736.7 km).
#1 Marfa
Small town in western Texas
| Population | 1,591 |
| Coordinates | 30.3097300, -104.0213400 |
| Altitude | 1428 |
| 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: 840 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 17h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 13h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 10h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 08h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 07h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 06h 30m |
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 | $69.61 | $139.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $78.32 | $156.64 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $84.57 | $169.13 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $73.55 | $147.10 |
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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