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Trip from Dallas, TX to Irving, TX

Drive Time

16m

Distance

9.5 mi

15 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$1

one way

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Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 15m ★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 17m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 19m
8 PM
0h 16m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a quick transit from Dallas to Irving, you are looking at a brief 11.8-mile journey that typically takes about 17 minutes. This short hop is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays or complex logistics. You can expect to spend approximately $2 on fuel, making it an incredibly economical commute within the Great Plains region. Because both cities are located in Texas, you will remain within the same geographic region for the entire duration. This drive is best viewed as a simple local connection rather than a traditional road trip, offering maximum flexibility for your schedule.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

4.8 miles from Dallas, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind. You will navigate via I-35E North, the North Stemmons Freeway, and Commonwealth Drive to complete the trip. With a highway share of 0%, this route relies entirely on local navigation, meaning there is no long-distance interstate cruising involved. There is essentially no longest stretch to speak of, as the path emphasizes urban maneuvering over high-speed highway miles. You will find that the road remains technical throughout, requiring your full attention as you transition between these specific thoroughfares.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Stemmons Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 9.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (I 35E / North Stemmons Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7
0.8 mi into trip | ~1m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 35E North

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 35E North
5
1.1 mi into trip | ~2m in | I 35E / North Stemmons Freeway

Merge onto I 35E / North Stemmons Freeway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.
7
3.9 mi into trip | ~5m in

Take the exit toward Commonwealth Drive

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 432B Toward Commonwealth Drive
5
4.2 mi into trip | ~6m in | Commonwealth Drive

Turn left onto Commonwealth Drive

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.
5
9.5 mi into trip | ~16m in | North Ohio Street

Turn right onto North Ohio Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
North Stemmons Freeway 3 mi 3m
Irving Boulevard 1.7 mi 3m
State Highway 356 1.7 mi 3m
East Irving Boulevard 1.2 mi 2m
Commonwealth Drive 0.5 mi <1m
North Lamar Street 0.4 mi <1m
West Irving Boulevard 0.1 mi <1m
North Ohio Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: North Stemmons Freeway — 3 mi, about 3m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dallas, TX and Irving, TX.

1

Start on North Lamar Street

0.4 mi · 46 sec · North Lamar Street
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
2

Take the ramp

133 ft · 3 sec
Toward I 35E North
3

Turn right

0.5 mi · 58 sec
Toward I 35E North
4

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward I 35E North Use the slight left lane.
5

Merge onto I 35E

2.8 mi · 3 min · North Stemmons Freeway
Use the none lane.
6

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Exit 432B Toward Commonwealth Drive Use the slight right lane.
7

Turn straight onto TX 356

0.1 mi · 20 sec · North Stemmons Freeway
8

Turn left onto Commonwealth Drive

0.5 mi · 56 sec · Commonwealth Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
9

Turn straight onto Irving Boulevard

1.7 mi · 3 min · Irving Boulevard
Use the left / none lanes.
10

Continue on State Highway 356

1.7 mi · 3 min · State Highway 356
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
11

Continue on TX 356

1.2 mi · 2 min · East Irving Boulevard
Use the none lane.
12

Continue on West Irving Boulevard

0.1 mi · 26 sec · West Irving Boulevard
13

Turn right onto North Ohio Street

58 ft · 2 sec · North Ohio Street
14

Arrive at destination

North Ohio Street

Trip Plan

Given the 17-minute duration, you have total flexibility in your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move in this part of Texas. Since there are zero planned stops, you should ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you head out, as your $2 fuel budget covers the entire distance easily. Keep a close eye on your GPS, as the turn-heavy nature of the route requires frequent adjustments rather than long, straight stretches of driving. Because the journey is so short, you won't need to worry about rest stops or pacing, allowing you to focus entirely on navigating the local roads efficiently. Always double-check your turn onto Commonwealth Drive to ensure you stay on the most direct path to your destination.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 4.8 miles from Dallas, TX, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 9.5 miles or 16m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 4.8 miles or 7m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 13m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Irving, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Dallas, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Dallas, TX

This is one driving day of about 9.5 miles and 16m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dallas, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on North Stemmons Freeway for about 3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 4.8 mi from Dallas, TX · 7m into the drive

Downtown Grand Prairie, TX, TX

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Grand Prairie, TX

5 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Grand Prairie, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 9.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Grand Prairie, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 4.8 miles from Dallas, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Irving, TX

The final approach into Irving, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Irving, TX.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$1.45 one way

$2.90 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 3 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $1.59 $3.18
premium $4.59 $1.72 $3.43
diesel $5.64 $2.11 $4.22

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$26–$51

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 3.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 2.9 0 $1.00 $0.46
Efficient EV 2.4 0 $0.83 $0.38
EV Truck/SUV 3.8 0 $1.33 $0.61

Gas CO2

3 kg

EV CO2

1 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 1 day ago

Origin

Dallas, TX

Afternoon in Dallas on Sunday

Local time

4:16 PM

CDT

Current temp

82°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SSE 10 to 15 mph 26% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 11 at 3:18PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 11 at 2:56PM CDT until April 12 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX

Destination

Irving, TX

Afternoon in Irving on Sunday

Local time

4:16 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

21 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

16m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Dallas, TX to Irving, TX covers 9.5 miles and takes about 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Stemmons Freeway, Irving Boulevard, State Highway 356. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.8 miles from Dallas, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.45 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 9.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (I 35E / North Stemmons Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Dallas, TX to Irving, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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