Choctaw Casino and Resort in Durant, Oklahoma is one of the most popular group day trips out of Dallas. It sits about 90 miles north of downtown. That is a long drive to do behind the wheel, and nobody wants to be the designated driver after a night on the floor. A Choctaw Casino bus trip from Dallas solves both problems. Here is how to plan one that runs smooth.
How Long Is the Ride?
The route is simple. Take US 75 north out of Dallas and follow it through Sherman into Durant. Without traffic, plan on about 90 minutes from downtown Dallas. From Plano or McKinney it is closer to an hour. From Mansfield or Fort Worth, plan on two hours or a little more.
Leave early on Friday afternoons. North Central Expressway backs up fast, and a late start eats into your time at the tables.
Pick the Right Pickup Plan
Most groups do one of two things. Everyone meets at one spot, like a church lot or an office park. Or the bus makes a few stops along US 75. One meeting point is the cheapest and keeps the day on schedule. Two or three stops work well when your group is spread across Dallas, Plano, and McKinney. Tell us every stop when you ask for a quote so the price is right the first time.
Day Trip or Overnight?
A day trip is the most common booking. Most groups want six to eight hours at the casino. Add three hours of round trip driving and you are looking at a ten or eleven hour day.
Driver hours matter here. Federal rules cap how long a driver can be on duty. If your plan runs past that, you need an overnight with a hotel room for the driver, or a second driver. Read how many hours a charter bus driver can drive before you lock in your times.
Match the Bus to the Group
A full motorcoach is the right call for large groups, church trips, and company outings. Smaller groups can save with a smaller coach. Not sure which one fits? Our guide on what size charter bus you need walks through it by headcount.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Bring ID. Everyone needs a valid photo ID to play and to sign up for a players club card.
- Check the age rules. If anyone in your group is under 21, confirm the casino policy before you book.
- Ask about group perks. Casinos sometimes offer group rates or promotions for charter groups. Call the casino ahead of time.
- Set a meet time. Pick one clear departure time and one spot at the entrance. Share it with the whole group.
- Plan the deposit. See our deposit and payment policy guide so there are no surprises.
- Tip your driver. Here is how much to tip a charter bus driver.
Heading to WinStar Instead?
WinStar in Thackerville is the other big stop north of the Red River. It is a shorter ride from Fort Worth and Mansfield. See our Mansfield to WinStar Casino trip guide to compare.
Book Your Choctaw Casino Trip
Imperial Charters is owner operated and based in Mansfield. We run casino trips from every corner of the metroplex. See our casino shuttle bus service or check the cities we serve.
Call (214) 414-9041 or get a free quote today.