Over the years, I have made many trips from Amarillo to Dallas. I know I am not alone in knowing that long stretch of road. I always consider the drive two separate trips. There is a start that takes us on 287.
That first half is us in a constant state of stopping and going. The roads of Texas are quite interesting. On the way to Dallas, we pass through several small towns. The second half, once we hit Wichita Falls, is just a non-stop journey to Dallas. It’s always where my stress level rises.
What Makes the Amarillo to Dallas Drive Unique
I will stop and get gas not far out of Wichita Falls, and then I know the traffic will really begin. As I get closer to Dallas, the traffic gets faster. The traffic just multiplies, and I grip tight onto the steering wheel.
Before I get that deep into the trip, I enjoy the slower pace of the first part—the several small towns between Amarillo and Wichita Falls. We see lots of quirky roadside attractions in nearly every city. Those small towns have restaurants, gas stations to stop at, and stretch our legs. They also have stuff to just take in…