The drive from Grapevine, TX to Garland, TX covers 171.7 miles and takes about 3h 12m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 30, Lyndon B Johnson Freeway, US Highway 259 North for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 121 miles on I 30.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.55 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
85.9 miles from Grapevine, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 33m into the drive
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Garland is a city in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex area in the State of Texas. Mike Judge, the creator of Beavis and Butthead and King of the Hill, used to live in Garland, as well as some other small towns around Texas. So, yeah. Don't be shocked if you take a wrong turn through a downscale neighborhood and see someone barbecuing hot dogs using one of those things that turns your truck's air filter into a grill. On the other hand, Garland's north side is a palacial monument to suburban living in all its McMansioned, strip malling, Starbucks-sipping glory. Garland is basically an unprepossessing, pleasant place. While it's hard to get too excited about much that happens in Garland, it is just so darned pleasant.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 12m. Total distance: 171.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 12m highway drive covering 171.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 30 and Lyndon B Johnson Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 121 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 18 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 121 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 30 and Lyndon B Johnson Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near East Northwest Highway.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 171.7 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 0.5 miles (East Northwest Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.5 mi into trip|~1m in|East Northwest Highway
Turn right onto East Northwest Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
2.9 mi into trip|~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 635 East, TX 121 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 635 East, TX 121 South
7
3.1 mi into trip|~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 635 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 635 East
8
30.7 mi into trip|~35m in
Take the exit toward I 30 East: Texarkana, Dallas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 8B-A
Toward I 30 East: Texarkana, Dallas
7
31.1 mi into trip|~36m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 30 East: Texarkana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 30 East: Texarkana
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Grapevine, TX and Garland, TX, road signs point toward Dallas and Daingerfield.
Dallas
30.7 mi in|~35m
Daingerfield
152.8 mi in|~2h 41m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 30
121 mi
2h 3m
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
17 mi
18m
US Highway 259 North
16.5 mi
24m
I 635 TEXpress
9.5 mi
9m
FM 1701
2.1 mi
4m
State Highway 26
1.4 mi
2m
East Northwest Highway
0.8 mi
1m
Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 30
— 121 mi, about 2h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grapevine, TX and Garland, TX.
1
Start on East Hudgins Street
98 ft·8 sec·East Hudgins Street
2
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.5 mi·1 min·South Main Street
3
Turn right onto East Northwest Highway
0.8 mi·1 min·East Northwest Highway
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on TX 26
1.4 mi·2 min·State Highway 26
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto Bass Pro Drive
0.3 mi·34 sec·Bass Pro Drive
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward I 635 East, TX 121 SouthUse the right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 635 EastUse the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Continue on I 635
8.2 mi·9 min·Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn slight left onto I 635 TEXpress
9.5 mi·9 min·I 635 TEXpress
Toward I 635 East: Express LanesUse the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 635
0.5 mi·31 sec·Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
11
Continue on I 635
8.8 mi·9 min·Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 8B-AToward I 30 East: Texarkana, DallasUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 30 East: TexarkanaUse the slight left lane.
14
Merge onto I 30; US 67
121 mi·2 hr 3 min·I 30; US 67
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·46 sec
Toward US 259: De Kalb, Daingerfield
16
Turn left onto US 259
17 mi·24 min·US Highway 259 North
17
Turn left onto FM 1701
2.1 mi·4 min·FM 1701
18
Arrive at destination
FM 1701
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 85.9 miles from Grapevine, TX, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 121 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 38 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.9 miles or 1h 33m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Garland, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Grapevine, 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 Grapevine, TX
This is one driving day of about 171.7 miles and 3h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Grapevine, 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 121 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 85.9 mi from Grapevine, TX
· 1h 33m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.55 one way
$51.09 round trip
$3.78/gal25.4 MPG avg60 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.25
$28.74
$57.49
premium
$4.59
$31.03
$62.07
diesel
$3.99
$26.99
$53.98
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.1 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
51.5
0
$18.03
$8.24
Efficient EV
42.9
0
$15.02
$6.87
EV Truck/SUV
68.7
0
$24.04
$10.99
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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 as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Grapevine, TX
Morning
in Grapevine on Saturday
Local time
6:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
N 15 mph100% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 5:12AM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:47AM CDT until April 18 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Destination
Garland, TX
Morning
in Garland on Saturday
Local time
6:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Nevada, TX
86 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
3 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 12m 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 Grapevine, TX to Garland, TX covers 171.7 miles and takes about 3h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 30, Lyndon B Johnson Freeway, US Highway 259 North. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 85.9 miles from Grapevine, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.55 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 is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 171.7 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 0.5 miles (East Northwest Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Grapevine, TX and Garland, TX, road signs point toward Dallas and Daingerfield.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
