Origin
Irving, TX
Afternoon in Irving on Sunday
Local time
2:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Irving, TX to Burleson, TX
Drive Time
48m
Distance
40.4 mi
65 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Burleson, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Irving to Burleson, you are looking at a straightforward 40.4-mile trek across the Texas Great Plains. This drive typically takes about 48 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a quick day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $6, it is an incredibly cost-effective route for commuters or weekend travelers alike. Since the journey is relatively short, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing any scheduled stops. The trip remains entirely within the Great Plains region, ensuring a consistent landscape throughout your transit. It is a practical, no-fuss connection that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
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
20.2 miles from Irving, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, as 89% of this route consists of high-speed transit. You will spend a significant portion of your time navigating Airport Freeway, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 21.1 miles. The road composition relies heavily on major arteries like the North South Freeway and West Irving Boulevard to maintain a steady pace. While the journey is quick, the transition between these major corridors requires you to stay alert during highway merges. It is a functional, utilitarian drive that prioritizes speed and directness over winding, scenic backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Airport Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 21.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Airport Freeway and North South Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Irving Boulevard.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 40.4 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 (West Irving Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (TX 183 / Airport Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.3 miles (TX 121 / Airport Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Irving Boulevard
Turn right onto West Irving Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
3.4 mi into trip
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~6m in
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TX 183 / Airport Freeway
Merge onto TX 183 / Airport Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
17.3 mi into trip
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~21m in
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TX 121 / Airport Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 121 / Airport Freeway toward TX 121 South: Downtown, Fort Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 25A
Toward TX 121 South: Downtown, Fort Worth
8
24.5 mi into trip
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~30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35W South, US 287 South, US 377 South: Waco
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 35W South, US 287 South, US 377 South:...
7
39.6 mi into trip
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~47m in
Take the exit toward FM 3391: Renfro Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 36
Toward FM 3391: Renfro Street
Towns Along This Route
Between Irving, TX and Burleson, TX, road signs point toward Fort Worth and Ft Worth.
Fort Worth
17.3 mi in
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~21m
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via TX 121
Ft Worth
17.5 mi in
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~22m
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via TX 121
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Freeway | 21.1 mi | 23m |
| North South Freeway | 14.7 mi | 16m |
| West Irving Boulevard | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| East Renfro Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Burleson Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Ellison Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Ohio Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Airport Freeway
— 21.1 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Irving, TX and Burleson, TX.
1
Start on North Ohio Street
58 ft
·
4 sec
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North Ohio Street
2
Turn right onto West Irving Boulevard
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
West Irving Boulevard
Use the none lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward TX 183: Fort Worth
4
Merge onto TX 183
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Airport Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 121
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
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Airport Freeway
Exit 25A
Toward TX 121 South: Downtown, Fort Worth
Use the slight right lane.
6
Continue on TX 121
6.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Airport Freeway
Exit 24B
Toward TX 121 South: Downtown, Ft Worth
Use the none lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 35W South, US 287 South, US 377 South: Waco
Use the slight left lane.
8
Merge onto I 35W; US 287; US 377
15 mi
·
16 min
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North South Freeway
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 36
Toward FM 3391: Renfro Street
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto North Burleson Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Burleson Boulevard
11
Turn right onto Spur 50
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Renfro Street
12
Turn left onto South Main Street
342 ft
·
14 sec
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South Main Street
13
Enter roundabout onto East Ellison Street
69 ft
·
2 sec
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East Ellison Street
14
Arrive at destination
East Ellison Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 48-minute trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Avoid the stress of rushing by checking local traffic patterns on the North South Freeway before you pull out of your driveway. Since you do not have any mandatory stops planned, you can easily manage the entire 40.4-mile distance without needing to refuel or take a break. Keep your $6 fuel budget in mind, but remember that idling in heavy traffic can impact your actual consumption. A specific tip for this route: since the majority of your time is spent on high-speed highways, ensure your vehicle’s tire pressure is set correctly before heading out to maximize your efficiency during that 21.1-mile stretch on Airport Freeway.
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 20.2 miles from Irving, TX, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.1 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 40.4 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.2 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burleson, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Irving, 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 Irving, TX
This is one driving day of about 40.4 miles and 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Irving, 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 Airport Freeway for about 21.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.2 mi from Irving, TX · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.2 miles from Irving, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Burleson, TX
The final approach into Burleson, 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 Burleson, 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
$6.17 one way
$12.34 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $6.76 | $13.53 |
| premium | $4.59 | $7.30 | $14.60 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.98 | $17.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.24 | $1.94 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.53 | $1.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.66 | $2.59 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Burleson, TX
Afternoon in Burleson on Sunday
Local time
2:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
81°F
Bedford, TX
20 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
48m 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 Irving, TX to Burleson, TX covers 40.4 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Airport Freeway, North South Freeway, West Irving 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 20.2 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 $6.17 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 11 significant decision points across 40.4 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 (West Irving Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (TX 183 / Airport Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.3 miles (TX 121 / Airport Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Irving, TX and Burleson, TX, road signs point toward Fort Worth and Ft Worth.
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