Origin
Garland, TX
Late night in Garland on Wednesday
Local time
5:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Garland, TX to Irving, TX
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 4m
Distance
163.2 mi
263 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 53m
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6 AM
3h 5m
8 AM
3h 28m
10 AM
3h 13m
12 PM
3h 10m
3 PM
3h 14m
5 PM
3h 27m
8 PM
2h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Garland, TX to Irving, TX covers 163.2 miles and takes about 3h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 30, US Highway 259 South, North Walton Walker Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 138.8 miles on I 30. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.66 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
81.6 miles from Garland, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 4m highway drive covering 163.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 30 and US Highway 259 South. The longest continuous stretch is about 138.8 miles on I 30.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 30 is the longest continuous segment at about 138.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 30 and US Highway 259 South. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 18.9 miles in near I 30.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 163.2 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 18.9 miles (I 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 157.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 158.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
18.9 mi into trip
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~30m in
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I 30
Merge onto I 30
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
157.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 54m in
Take the exit toward LOOP 12
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 38
Toward LOOP 12
7
158.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 56m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Loop 12 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Loop 12 North
5
158.8 mi into trip
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~2h 57m in
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Loop 12 / North Walton Walker Boulevard
Merge onto Loop 12 / North Walton Walker Boulevard
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
161.1 mi into trip
|
~3h in
Take the exit toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 30 | 138.8 mi | 2h 24m |
| US Highway 259 South | 16.3 mi | 24m |
| North Walton Walker Boulevard | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| FM 1701 | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| East Irving Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| East State Highway 356 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Loop 12 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Walton Walker Service Road West | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 30
— 138.8 mi, about 2h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garland, TX and Irving, TX.
1
Start on FM 1701
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
FM 1701
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 259
16 mi
·
24 min
·
US Highway 259 South
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
4
Merge onto I 30
139 mi
·
2 hr 24 min
·
I 30
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 38
Toward LOOP 12
Use the right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward Loop 12 North
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn straight onto North Walton Walker Service Road West
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Walton Walker Service Road West
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward Loop 12 North
9
Merge onto Loop 12
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Walton Walker Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
492 ft
·
12 sec
Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto South Loop 12
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Loop 12
12
Turn left onto TX 356
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
East State Highway 356
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Continue on TX 356
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Irving Boulevard
14
Continue on West Irving Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
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West Irving Boulevard
15
Turn right onto North Ohio Street
58 ft
·
2 sec
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North Ohio Street
16
Arrive at destination
North Ohio Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 81.6 miles from Garland, TX, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 138.8 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.6 miles or 1h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 30m
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 Garland, 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 Garland, TX
This is one driving day of about 163.2 miles and 3h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Garland, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 30 for about 138.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.6 mi from Garland, TX · 1h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 81.6 miles from Garland, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 30 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 138.8 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.66 one way
$49.32 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $26.99 | $53.98 |
| premium | $4.54 | $29.14 | $58.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.03 | $72.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49 | 0 | $17.14 | $7.83 |
| Efficient EV | 40.8 | 0 | $14.28 | $6.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.3 | 0 | $22.85 | $10.44 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Destination
Irving, TX
Late night in Irving on Wednesday
Local time
5:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 10 mph
11% chance
Live forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 14 at 12:13AM CDT until April 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 14 at 12:11AM CDT until April 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
74°F
Greenville, TX
82 mi in
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
6 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 4m 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 Garland, TX to Irving, TX covers 163.2 miles and takes about 3h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 30, US Highway 259 South, North Walton Walker Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81.6 miles from Garland, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.66 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 163.2 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 18.9 miles (I 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 157.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 158.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Garland, TX to Irving, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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