Origin
Irving, TX
Late night in Irving on Friday
Local time
12:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Irving, TX to Sherman, TX
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
69.7 mi
112 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sherman, TX
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Trip Overview
This 69.7-mile drive from Irving, TX to Sherman, TX is a straightforward trip that should take about 1 hour and 17 minutes. Given its short duration and focused highway profile, it's perfectly suited as a day trip, requiring no overnight stops. You can expect a fuel cost of around $11 for this journey. The route stays within the Great Plains region, offering a consistent landscape. It's a practical option if you're looking for a quick and efficient connection between these two Texas cities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 69.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is primarily a highway-focused experience, with 88% of the journey on major roads. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the North Central Expressway, South Henry Hynds Expressway, and South Sam Rayburn Freeway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 35.2 miles on the North Central Expressway. Expect a consistent pace suitable for covering ground efficiently, rather than a winding scenic tour.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Central Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 35.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on North Central Expressway and South Henry Hynds Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near South Loop 12.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.7 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (South Loop 12): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
South Loop 12
Turn left onto South Loop 12
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
1.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward Loop 12 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward Loop 12 North
7
8.6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward I 635 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 440B
Toward I 635 East
8
16.1 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward US 75 North, US 75 South: McKinney, 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 19A
Toward US 75 North, US 75 South: McKinney, Dall...
7
16.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 75 North: McKinney
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 75 North: McKinney
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 Irving, TX to Sherman, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Dallas along the way.
Dallas
16.1 mi in
|
~19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Central Expressway | 35.2 mi | 37m |
| South Henry Hynds Expressway | 10.1 mi | 10m |
| South Sam Rayburn Freeway | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| South Walton Walker Boulevard | 4.5 mi | 4m |
| Lyndon B Johnson Freeway | 4.4 mi | 4m |
| Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway | 2.6 mi | 2m |
| North Stemmons Freeway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| West 2nd Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
North Central Expressway
— 35.2 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Irving, TX and Sherman, TX.
1
Start on North Ohio Street
436 ft
·
24 sec
·
North Ohio Street
2
Turn left onto West 2nd Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West 2nd Street
3
Turn straight onto TX 356
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
East Irving Boulevard
4
Continue on TX 356
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
East 6th Street
5
Turn straight onto TX 356
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
East State Highway 356
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn left onto South Loop 12
414 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Loop 12
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward Loop 12 North
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Merge onto Loop 12
4.5 mi
·
4 min
·
South Walton Walker Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 35E
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 440B
Toward I 635 East
Use the right lane.
11
Merge onto I 635
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 635
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
Use the right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 19A
Toward US 75 North, US 75 South: McKinney, Dallas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 75 North: McKinney
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto US 75
35 mi
·
37 min
·
North Central Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on US 75
10 mi
·
10 min
·
South Henry Hynds Expressway
17
Continue on US 75
6.4 mi
·
6 min
·
South Sam Rayburn Freeway
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward TX 56: Lamar Street, Houston Street
19
Turn straight onto South Sam Rayburn Freeway
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
South Sam Rayburn Freeway
20
Turn right onto TX 56
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Lamar Street
21
Arrive at destination
TX 56
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.8 mi from Irving, TX · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.8 miles from Irving, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sherman, TX
The final approach into Sherman, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.53 one way
$21.06 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $11.53 | $23.06 |
| premium | $4.54 | $12.44 | $24.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.39 | $30.78 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.81
Central Expressway
(35.2 mi)
$2.81
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$3
Total
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.32 | $3.35 |
| Efficient EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.10 | $2.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.76 | $4.46 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Sherman, TX
Late night in Sherman on Friday
Local time
12:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°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
10 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
1h 17m 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 Sherman, TX covers 69.7 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Central Expressway, South Henry Hynds Expressway, South Sam Rayburn Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.8 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 $10.53 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.7 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (South Loop 12): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Irving, TX to Sherman, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Dallas along the way.
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