How far is Stowell, TX from Dallas, TX?
The driving distance from Stowell, TX to Dallas, TX is about 299.8 miles (482.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 251.5 miles (404.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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City in Texas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Stowell and Dallas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stowell and Dallas.
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Start on Gulfway Drive
2.6 mi · 4 min · Gulfway Drive
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Take the ramp left
1312 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 km · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
27.7 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 99 Toll: Grand Parkway
1249 ft · 31 sec
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Turn straight onto East Freeway Frontage Road
910 ft · 21 sec · East Freeway Frontage Road
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Turn right onto East Grand Parkway North
2738 ft · 1 min · East Grand Parkway North
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Take the ramp straight
1685 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto East Grand Parkway North
50.2 mi · 54 min · East Grand Parkway North
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Take the exit slight right toward Houston, Dallas
1706 ft · 45 sec
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Turn right onto Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
2 mi · 4 min · Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 45 North
624 ft · 8 sec
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Merge slight left
211.5 mi · 3 hr 38 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 Stowell 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
212 mi · 03h 38m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Stowell to Dallas?
The road trip is about 299.8 miles (482.5 km) and usually takes 04h 38m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Madisonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 149.3 miles from Stowell and 150.6 miles from Dallas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 251.5 miles (404.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 48.3 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 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.98 one way or $79.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 94 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Madisonville
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stowell and Dallas. Straight-line distance: 251.46 mi (404.69 km).
#1 Stowell
City in Texas
| Population | 1,756 |
| Coordinates | 29.7899400, -94.3832400 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| 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: 483 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 44m |
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 | $39.98 | $79.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $44.99 | $89.97 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $48.57 | $97.15 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $42.25 | $84.49 |
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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