Origin
Highland Park, TX
Night in Highland Park on Wednesday
Local time
11:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Highland Park, TX to Irving, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
22m
Distance
11.7 mi
19 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Highland Park, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
The drive from Highland Park, TX to Irving, TX covers 11.7 miles and takes about 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Stemmons Freeway, Irving Boulevard, State Highway 356 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 2.4 miles on North Stemmons Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.77 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
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
5.8 miles from Highland Park, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Highland Park, TX to Irving, TX covers 11.7 miles and takes about 22m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 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 2.4 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 0.1 miles in near Beverly Drive.
Route Complexity
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 11.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 22m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Beverly Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 4 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Beverly Drive
Turn right onto Beverly Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
3.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward Oak Lawn Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Oak Lawn Avenue
5
4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 35E North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 35E North
5
4.1 mi into trip
|
~9m 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 straight / slight right lanes.
7
6.1 mi into trip
|
~11m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Highland Park, TX to Irving, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Dnt Toll South along the way.
Dnt Toll South
2.1 mi in
|
~5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Stemmons Freeway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Irving Boulevard | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 356 | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| East Irving Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Dallas North Tollway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Beverly Drive | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Lomo Alto Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Commonwealth Drive | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Stemmons Freeway
— 2.4 mi, about 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Highland Park, TX and Irving, TX.
1
Start on Cornell Avenue
182 ft
·
11 sec
·
Cornell Avenue
2
Turn left onto Saint John's Drive
442 ft
·
21 sec
·
Saint John's Drive
3
Turn right onto Beverly Drive
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Beverly Drive
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left onto Douglas Avenue
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Douglas Avenue
5
Turn right onto Bordeaux Avenue
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Bordeaux Avenue
6
Turn left onto Lomo Alto Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Lomo Alto Drive
7
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
this road
Toward DNT Toll South
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Merge onto DNT
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Dallas North Tollway
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward Oak Lawn Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn slight right onto Oak Lawn Avenue
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Oak Lawn Avenue
Use the right lane.
11
Turn right onto North Stemmons Freeway
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
North Stemmons Freeway
12
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 35E North
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Merge onto I 35E
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 432B
Toward Commonwealth Drive
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn straight onto TX 356
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
North Stemmons Freeway
16
Turn left onto Commonwealth Drive
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Commonwealth Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
17
Turn straight onto Irving Boulevard
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Irving Boulevard
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on State Highway 356
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 356
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on TX 356
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Irving Boulevard
20
Continue on West Irving Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Irving Boulevard
21
Turn right onto North Ohio Street
58 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Ohio Street
22
Arrive at destination
North Ohio Street
Trip Plan
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 5.8 miles from Highland Park, TX, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.4 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 11.7 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.8 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Irving, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Highland Park, TX.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Highland Park, TX
This is one driving day of about 11.7 miles and 22m.
At 11.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on North Stemmons Freeway for about 2.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.8 mi from Highland Park, TX · 11m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.8 miles from Highland Park, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Irving, TX
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Irving, TX if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.77 one way
$3.54 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $1.94 | $3.87 |
| premium | $4.54 | $2.09 | $4.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.58 | $5.17 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.07
Dallas North Tollway
(0.9 mi)
$0.07
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.23 | $0.56 |
| Efficient EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.64 | $0.75 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Night in Irving on Wednesday
Local time
11:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
11 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 Highland Park, TX to Irving, TX covers 11.7 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 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 5.8 miles from Highland Park, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.77 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 short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 11.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 22m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Beverly Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 4 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Highland Park, TX to Irving, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Dnt Toll South along the way.
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