Origin
Grapevine, TX
Afternoon in Grapevine on Sunday
Local time
4:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grapevine, TX to Irving, TX
Drive Time
22m
Distance
14.7 mi
24 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
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6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grapevine, TX
Amar Preciado
Trip Overview
Traveling between Grapevine and Irving is a quick, straightforward 14.7-mile journey that typically takes about 22 minutes. Because this trip is so brief, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize West John W Carpenter Freeway, North O'Connor Road, and South Main Street to navigate between these two Great Plains locations. With fuel costs estimated at just $2, this is an incredibly budget-friendly commute. It is the perfect choice if you need a reliable, no-fuss route for local travel within Texas.
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
7.3 miles from Grapevine, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 63% of your journey is spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on the West John W Carpenter Freeway, which features the route's longest uninterrupted stretch of 7.9 miles. While the drive shifts from the freeway onto local roads like North O'Connor Road and South Main Street, the transition is efficient and direct. The route offers a consistent, functional pace that prioritizes speed over winding scenery. You can anticipate a steady flow of traffic as you move through the suburban landscape.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West John W Carpenter Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 7.9 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
658 ft
437 ft
Total Climb
120 ft
Total Descent
275 ft
Highest Point
658 ft
~0.6 mi in
Elevation Range
221 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West John W Carpenter Freeway and North O'Connor Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Main Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 14.7 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: near the start (South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (TX 114 / West John W Carpenter Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.8 miles (TX 114 / West John W Carpenter Freeway): 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.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Main Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
2.5 mi into trip
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~4m in
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TX 114 / West John W Carpenter Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 114 / West John W Carpenter Freeway toward TX 114 East: Dallas, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward TX 114 East: Dallas, Dallas Fort Worth I...
6
7.8 mi into trip
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~10m in
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TX 114 / West John W Carpenter Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 114 / West John W Carpenter Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
10.4 mi into trip
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~12m in
Take the exit toward O'Connor Road, Wingren Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward O'Connor Road, Wingren Road
6
10.7 mi into trip
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~13m in
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North O'Connor Road
Turn right onto North O'Connor Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Grapevine, TX to Irving, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Dallas Fort Worth International Airport along the way.
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
2.5 mi in
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~4m
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via TX 114
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West John W Carpenter Freeway | 7.9 mi | 8m |
| North O'Connor Road | 3.9 mi | 8m |
| South Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| TX 121 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| East State Highway 114 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West John Carpenter Freeway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Rock Island Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Ohio Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West John W Carpenter Freeway
— 7.9 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grapevine, TX and Irving, TX.
1
Start on East Hudgins Street
98 ft
·
11 sec
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East Hudgins Street
2
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
Turn left onto East State Highway 114
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
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East State Highway 114
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward TX 121 North, TX 114 East
5
Merge onto TX 121; TX 114
0.7 mi
·
51 sec
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TX 121; TX 114
6
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 114
5.3 mi
·
5 min
·
West John W Carpenter Freeway
Toward TX 114 East: Dallas, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 114
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
West John W Carpenter Freeway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Toward O'Connor Road, Wingren Road
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto West John Carpenter Freeway
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
West John Carpenter Freeway
10
Turn right onto North O'Connor Road
3.9 mi
·
8 min
·
North O'Connor Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn left onto Rock Island Road
382 ft
·
18 sec
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Rock Island Road
12
Turn right onto North Ohio Street
175 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Ohio Street
13
Arrive at destination
North Ohio Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 22-minute excursion, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning formal rest stops, as the duration is manageable in one go. Keep in mind that the majority of your time is spent on the highway, so stay alert for merging traffic on the West John W Carpenter Freeway. If you want to avoid the heaviest congestion, try checking real-time traffic conditions before heading out on North O'Connor Road. Enjoy the simplicity of this quick trip across the region.
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 7.3 miles from Grapevine, TX, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.9 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 14.7 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.3 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 17m
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 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 14.7 miles and 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Grapevine, 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 West John W Carpenter Freeway for about 7.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.3 mi from Grapevine, TX · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 14.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.3 miles from Grapevine, 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
$2.25 one way
$4.49 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.46 | $4.92 |
| premium | $4.59 | $2.66 | $5.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.27 | $6.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.54 | $0.71 |
| Efficient EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.29 | $0.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.06 | $0.94 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Afternoon in Irving on Sunday
Local time
4:36 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
20 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
22m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 Irving, TX covers 14.7 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West John W Carpenter Freeway, North O'Connor Road, South Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.3 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 $2.25 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 10 significant decision points across 14.7 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: near the start (South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (TX 114 / West John W Carpenter Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.8 miles (TX 114 / West John W Carpenter Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Grapevine, TX to Irving, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Dallas Fort Worth International Airport along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 437 ft to 658 ft elevation with about 120 ft of total climbing.
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