Origin
Irving, TX
Morning in Irving on Friday
Local time
11:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Irving, TX to Carrizo Springs, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 20m
Distance
395.4 mi
636 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$60
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 10m
★
6 AM
7h 21m
8 AM
7h 42m
10 AM
7h 28m
12 PM
7h 26m
3 PM
7h 29m
5 PM
7h 41m
8 PM
7h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Carrizo Springs, TX
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Trip Overview
The drive from Irving, TX to Carrizo Springs, TX covers 395.4 miles and takes about 7h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West 2nd Street, East Irving Boulevard, South Loop 12 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $59.75 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
197.7 miles from Irving, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 40m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 20m. Total distance: 395.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 20m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 7h 20m drive with frequent turns across 395.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West 2nd Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 20m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Irving, TX to Carrizo Springs, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 2nd Street | — | — |
| East Irving Boulevard | — | — |
| South Loop 12 | — | — |
| Loop 12 South | — | — |
| South Walton Walker Boulevard | — | — |
| Duncanville Road | — | — |
| Interstate 20 | — | — |
| I 20 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West 2nd Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Irving, TX and Carrizo Springs, TX.
1
Start on North Ohio Street
436 ft
·
25 sec
·
North Ohio Street
2
Turn left onto West 2nd Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West 2nd Street
3
Turn straight onto East Irving Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Irving Boulevard
4
Turn slight right
394 ft
·
17 sec
5
Turn slight right onto South Loop 12
187 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Loop 12
6
Take the ramp slight left toward Loop 12 South
410 ft
·
10 sec
·
Loop 12 South
7
Merge slight left onto South Walton Walker Boulevard
5.3 mi
·
5 min
·
South Walton Walker Boulevard
8
Keep slight left to continue on South Walton Walker Boulevard
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Walton Walker Boulevard
9
Turn slight right onto Duncanville Road
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Duncanville Road
10
Turn left onto West Interstate 20
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Interstate 20
11
Take the ramp slight left toward I 20 East
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 20 East
12
Merge slight left onto Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 35E South: Waco
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 35E South: Waco
14
Merge slight left onto South R L Thornton Freeway
81 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
South R L Thornton Freeway
15
Continue on North Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
North Jack Kultgen Expressway
16
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
38 mi
·
39 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
17
Keep slight left
56 mi
·
58 min
18
Keep slight left to continue on Purple Heart Trail
50 mi
·
54 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
19
Continue on Interstate Highway 35
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate Highway 35
20
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
21
Continue on North Pan Am Expressway
10.0 mi
·
11 min
·
North Pan Am Expressway
22
Keep slight left to continue on North Pan Am Expressway
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
North Pan Am Expressway
23
Keep slight left to continue on North Pan Am Expressway
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Pan Am Expressway
24
Keep slight right to continue on South Pan Am Expressway
10 mi
·
12 min
·
South Pan Am Expressway
25
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
61 mi
·
1 hr
·
Purple Heart Trail
26
Take the exit slight right toward Texas 85: Charlotte, Carrizo Springs, Crystal City
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Texas 85: Charlotte, Carrizo Springs, Crystal City
27
Turn straight onto I 35 Access Road West
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
I 35 Access Road West
28
Turn right
44 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
29
Turn left onto North 1st Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
North 1st Street
30
Turn right onto Peña Street
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Peña Street
31
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 197.7 miles from Irving, TX, or about 3h 40m into the drive.
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 87 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 197.7 miles or 3h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Carrizo Springs, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Irving, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
+
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Irving, TX
This is one driving day of about 395.4 miles and 7h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 87 miles from Irving, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 197.7 mi from Irving, TX · 3h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
198 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 87 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 197.7 miles from Irving, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Carrizo Springs, TX
The final approach into Carrizo Springs, 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 Carrizo Springs, 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
$59.75 one way
$119.49 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
138 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $65.40 | $130.79 |
| premium | $4.54 | $70.60 | $141.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $87.30 | $174.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$60
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$85–$110
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 138.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $42 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 118.6 | 1 | $41.52 | $18.98 |
| Efficient EV | 98.9 | 1 | $34.60 | $15.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 158.2 | 1 | $55.36 | $25.31 |
Gas CO2
138 kg
EV CO2
46 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Carrizo Springs, TX
Morning in Carrizo Springs on Friday
Local time
11:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°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
18 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
7h 20m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Irving, TX to Carrizo Springs, TX covers 395.4 miles and takes about 7h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 2nd Street, East Irving Boulevard, South Loop 12. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 197.7 miles from Irving, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $59.75 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 20m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Irving, TX to Carrizo Springs, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Irving, TX to Carrizo Springs, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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 EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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