Melissa to Arlington Shuttle

Traveling between Melissa, a fast‑growing community in Collin County, and Arlington, the heart of the Dallas‑Fort Worth metroplex, is a straight‑line distance of roughly 49 miles. The road route follows US‑75 south through McKinney and Plano, then merges onto I‑35E before connecting to I‑30 east toward Arlington. Typical door‑to‑door drive time ranges from 66 to 92 minutes, depending on rush‑hour traffic around the Dallas North Tollway and the DFW Airport corridor.

Along the way you pass the historic downtown of McKinney, the corporate campuses along the Dallas North Tollway, and the shopping centers of Plano’s Legacy West. Once on I‑30 you skirt the southern edge of Irving and cross the Trinity River into Arlington, where the route opens onto the entertainment district that surrounds AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field, and the University of Texas at Arlington campus. For travelers headed to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, the shuttle can drop you at any terminal — A through E — or at the rental‑car center, eliminating the need for a separate airport transfer.

Our private door‑to‑door service picks you up at the exact address you provide in Melissa — whether it’s a residence on County Road 274, a hotel near the Melissa ISD complex, or a business park off FM 455 — and delivers you to your chosen Arlington destination, be it a downtown office on Main Street, a hotel near the Convention Center, or a terminal curb at DFW. The vehicle fleet consists of late‑model sedans and SUVs equipped with climate control and ample luggage space for standard suitcases and carry‑ons.

How long does the trip usually take?

Under normal conditions the drive takes between 66 and 92 minutes. Peak‑hour congestion on US‑75 near McKinney or on I‑30 approaching Arlington can add 15 to 20 minutes, so we recommend allowing a small buffer for appointments or flight check‑in.

Where will the driver meet me in Melissa?

We meet you at any address you specify — home, hotel, office, or a designated landmark such as the Melissa Public Library. The driver will confirm the exact pickup spot via text the day before your trip.

What happens if my flight into DFW is delayed?

We track incoming flights in real time and adjust the pickup time accordingly. If your flight arrives later than scheduled, the driver will wait at the agreed terminal curb until you are ready to depart.

Ready to ride? Call (817) 403-6196 or book online and use promo code ONLINE for 10% off round‑trip reservations.

Shuttle Melissa to Arlington TX

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Pricing / Fares between Melissa and Arlington

How much does a shuttle from Melissa to Arlington cost?

Rates are flat and all-inclusive — no metering, surge pricing, or hidden fees. Pricing depends on the addresses you enter, the time of day, and the number of people. Click any "Check Rates" button below, choose the option called "Any Two Addresses 24/7" for non-airport transportation between any two addresses in Texas, or pick "To Airport" / "From Airport" for DFW or DAL trips. Rates are total, not per person.

How do I save money?

Use promo code "ONLINE" for round trips and save 10% for booking online, or book a round trip and save more both ways. You'll also get a free upgrade to non-stop if you use the promo code "NONSTOP". We're here to help — feel free to call us with any questions.

How Do I Get an Accurate Quote?

  • Step 1 - You can just type the city and check rates, but we recommend entering the full Melissa and Arlington addresses so we can apply special zip-code rates and our mileage-based pricing. Once you fill in the addresses, click "View Rates".
  • Step 2 - We show pricing for Texas Taxi, Airport Shuttle, and Black Car Service so you can compare costs. Choose the type of service you want with the correct number of passengers and click "Reserve Now".
  • Step 3 - Enter your name, cell phone, and email to save your quote and get a copy in your inbox. We can look up your quote by name if you call to finish your reservation. Click "Continue".
  • Step 4 - The website won't book anything until you enter a credit or debit card on the final booking screen. You'll automatically receive a confirmation email after you click "Confirm My Reservation".

What are the benefits of using our service?

Door-to-door shuttle service is included on every Melissa to Arlington trip. Rides are normally non-stop in a nicer vehicle — we don't leave you at a bus stop, we don't stop and wait repeatedly, and we don't pack you in with strangers. You're picked up at your exact Melissa address (home, hotel near the Melissa ISD complex, or business park off FM-455) and dropped at your exact Arlington door — whether it's a downtown office, a hotel near AT&T Stadium or Globe Life Field, the Arlington Convention Center, the UT-Arlington campus, or a DFW terminal curb — 24/7.

Does it cost anything to change my reservation?

You can change the date and time of your reservation at no cost. If you don't know the exact Arlington address yet, you can enter the city for now and reserve it, then give us the full address later. If you don't know your flight number landing at DFW or DAL, you can estimate the time and update the flight number later.

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Our Nicer Vehicles

What type of vehicle will pick me up?

We send a Texas Shuttle van, SUV (4+ passengers), or a nice sedan (1-3 passengers) on the Melissa-to-Arlington route, and take you to any address in Tarrant County — AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field, the Arlington Convention Center, the UT-Arlington campus, downtown Arlington, or nearby Pantego and Dalworthington Gardens — not just the airport. Our DFW-area vehicles are clean and newer; most are luxury and full size. We run Mercedes Sprinter Shuttles, Lincoln Navigators, Lincoln MKZs, and a variety of other vehicles.


Airport Pickup Locations (DFW & DAL)

For flights connecting through Dallas/Fort Worth, your Texas Shuttle picks you up where it says Ground Transportation or the equivalent prearranged area. Turn on your cell phone and take it off airplane mode and silent, so your driver can call or text you. If you don't recognize the number, it's probably your driver.

  • Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW) — meet at the curb outside baggage claim on the lower level of your terminal; the driver will text you the exact column or door once your flight lands.
  • Dallas Love Field (DAL) — meet at the lower-level curb outside baggage claim; coordinate the exact pickup spot by text with your driver.

Better Drivers (Melissa to Arlington)

Who are your drivers?

Most of our shuttle drivers have been driving professionally for more than 10 years in the greater DFW area. They know the US-75 / I-35E / I-30 corridor between Collin County and the Arlington Entertainment District — including AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field event-day traffic, UT-Arlington campus pickups, and the best approaches to the Convention Center and downtown Arlington. Learn more about our drivers.

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