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Some Texans plan road trips around barbecue joints, and others plan them around racks, bins, and carts of secondhand treasure. The 11 stores on this list are big enough to fill a whole afternoon, from warehouse floors in Dallas and Houston to pay-by-the-pound bins in Lubbock and Corpus Christi.
A few let you leave with bags of clothes for the price of a lunch, and one sells goods for well under a dollar a pound. Grab a tank of gas, some reusable bags, and a friend who likes to dig, because these are the thrift stops worth mapping out.
1. St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store of Dallas, Dallas, TX
Furniture hunters in North Texas tend to know this address on W Northwest Hwy. The store runs as a warehouse-style space, and that layout leaves room for sofas, tables, home decor, and racks of gently used clothing all under one roof.
Its connection to the Dallas Diocese gives the shopping a charitable side, since the store is part of the St. Vincent de Paul mission serving the area. That makes a big haul feel a little better.
Hours are generous for a road trip stop. Doors open 9 AM to 8 PM Monday through Saturday and 11 AM to 6 PM on Sunday.
I would save this one for the day you need to furnish a room on a budget. Parking is available on site, so bring a truck or an SUV with the seats folded down and plan to check the furniture section first.
2. Family Thrift Center Outlet, Houston, TX
Two huge bags of shoes and clothes for around $22 is the kind of math that gets Houston bargain hunters out of bed early. Many clothing pieces here often ring up at less than $1.
The outlet works like a high-volume warehouse. Shoppers move through wide rows and rolling carts, so treat it like a scavenger hunt and give yourself time.
Checkout lines can run long, but they typically move quickly. Most finds tend to be in good condition if you look carefully.
Watch the schedule, since it is unusual. Wednesday hours are just 7 to 11:30 AM, Thursday opens at 7 AM, and most other days run 9 AM to 9 PM, with Sunday from noon to 7 PM.
3. Texas Thrift Austin, Austin, TX
Real thrift store prices in Austin are getting harder to find, which is exactly why this north Austin store on Research Blvd stands out. Prices here can run noticeably lower than many thrift shops around the city.
The sales floor is big. Beyond clothing, you will find toys, appliances, and household items, and a careful browse can easily take hours.
One practical tip: there are no changing rooms. Wear fitted clothes, bring a measuring tape, or stick to sizes you know well.
Free parking makes it an easy stop off US 183. Hours run 9 AM to 9 PM Monday through Saturday and 11 AM to 7 PM Sunday.
4. Red White & Blue Thrift Store – San Antonio, San Antonio, TX
Weekly discount sales give this San Antonio store a reason to come back more than once. Timing your trip around a sale can stretch the budget even further.
The space on Walzem Rd is roomy and well organized, with plenty of clothing, shoes, and kitchen gear. Saturday shoppers often find a lot of ground to cover.
I like that it stays open 9 AM to 9 PM every day of the week. That makes it easy to fit into a weekend in the Alamo City, before or after other plans.
Kitchen equipment is a smart section to check here. Pots, pans, and gadgets can be some of the best value on a secondhand shelf.
5. Texas Thrift Hurst, Hurst, TX
Massive is the word that keeps coming up for the Hurst location, and it fits. The clothing selection alone fills a huge share of the floor.
Past the racks, there is glassware, some furniture, toys, appliances, and a steady supply of odds and ends. Collectors of vintage glass may want to linger on those shelves.
This store also buys used goods, so check before your trip if you have items to clear out first. Bring in, then shop.
Hurst sits right between Dallas and Fort Worth off Pipeline Rd. Hours are 9 AM to 9 PM Monday through Saturday and 11 AM to 7 PM Sunday.
6. Family Thrift Center, El Paso, TX
Out in far West Texas, this Alameda Ave store is the big one. The space is cavernous, with racks of clothing that seem to keep going.
Brand-name goods are part of the draw. You can find clothing and items for men, women, and kids, all at fair prices.
Plan around earlier closing times. Hours are 9 AM to 5:50 PM Monday through Saturday and noon to 4:50 PM Sunday.
The store also buys used goods. That is handy if you want to trade a closet cleanout for something new to you.
7. Goodwill Clearance Store, Corpus Christi, TX
Here, your finds are sold by weight, which changes the whole game. Light shirts and kids clothes become serious bargains.
The store is a large warehouse floor filled with bins. Mostly clothing, plus housewares and shoes, with the occasional bigger piece of furniture.
Nothing is sorted ahead of time. Gloves and patience help, and families who enjoy a treasure hunt tend to have fun with it.
Find it at 4135 Ayers St, open 9 AM to 6 PM every day. A beach weekend on the Coastal Bend pairs well with a bin dig.
8. Thrift Giant – Denton, Denton, TX
A name like Thrift Giant sets high expectations, and the Denton store on Brinker Rd backs it up. It is very big, with a selection that covers almost every secondhand category.
Clothing, electronics, and housewares are all here. Prices tend to run a little more reasonable than many other thrift stores in the area.
Friendly customer service is part of the appeal. For many Denton shoppers, it is the go-to stop.
Denton is about an hour north of Dallas. Hours are 9 AM to 8 PM Monday through Saturday and 11 AM to 7 PM Sunday.
9. Goodwill Pound Store, Lubbock, TX
Seventy-five cents per pound. That price has been reported at this Lubbock store, though it is smart to confirm current rates before you go.
Rows of big blue bins fill the clearance hall. Electronics, home decor, clothing, workout equipment, cleaning supplies, and yard tools can all turn up.
It can get a little crowded, and you will be digging through piles. If you enjoy the hunt, it is a strong fit.
Free parking is on site at 714 34th St. Hours are 9 AM to 7 PM Monday through Saturday and noon to 7 PM Sunday.
10. Downtown Women’s Center – Donations of Merchandise Thrift City, Amarillo, TX
Crafters, take note. Alongside clothing and furniture, this Amarillo store carries crafting materials, which is not something every thrift shop stocks.
The floor is broad and well organized into departments. Knickknacks, household goods, and furniture each get their own space.
Purchases connect to the Downtown Women’s Center, a local organization in Amarillo. That gives a Panhandle shopping trip a community angle.
Hours are shorter, so plan ahead. It is open 10 AM to 5 PM weekdays, 10 AM to 4 PM Saturday, and closed Sunday.
11. Texas Thrift Arlington, Arlington, TX
Neat and clean are not always words tied to giant thrift stores, but the Arlington location on S Cooper St earns them. It is spacious, well organized, and easy to browse.
The building is huge, with a large clothing selection plus toys, appliances, and household goods. A little digging usually pays off.
Arlington is easy to reach from both Dallas and Fort Worth. Hours run 9 AM to 9 PM Monday through Saturday and 11 AM to 7 PM Sunday.
Pair it with the Hurst store for a full Texas Thrift day in the Metroplex. Both share the same hours, which keeps planning simple.
