Trip from Joshua, TX to Irving, TX

Drive Time

59m

Distance

46.8 mi

75 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 14 min

4 AM

0h 55m ★

6 AM

1h 0m

8 AM

1h 9m

10 AM

1h 3m

12 PM

1h 2m

3 PM

1h 4m

5 PM

1h 9m

8 PM

0h 57m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Joshua, TX

Erik Schereder

Trip Overview

If you are planning to travel from Joshua to Irving, you are looking at a straightforward 46.8-mile trip through the Texas Great Plains. You can expect to arrive in about 59 minutes, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $7, the route is both efficient and budget-friendly. You will primarily utilize I-35W, Southwest Wilshire Boulevard, and the Airport Freeway to complete the journey. Since the entire trip takes less than an hour, it serves as a practical connection between these two points without the need for complex travel logistics or extended planning.

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

23.4 miles from Joshua, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .

Drive Character

This 46.8-mile drive is a highway-focused trek, with 73% of your time spent on major roads. You should prepare for a consistent pace, as the longest uninterrupted stretch spans 14.2 miles along I-35W. While the route transitions from the local feel of Southwest Wilshire Boulevard to the faster flow of the Airport Freeway, the experience remains focused on steady interstate transit. Expect a functional drive that prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic detours. Behind the wheel, you will notice the transition from the quieter stretches near Joshua into the more heavily trafficked corridors as you approach the Irving area.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 35W is the longest continuous segment at about 14.2 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

932 ft 484 ft

Total Climb

182 ft

Total Descent

630 ft

Highest Point

932 ft

Elevation Range

448 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35W and Airport Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.7 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 46.8 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: at 7.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.2 miles (US 377): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7.7 mi into trip | ~12m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 35W North: Fort Worth

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Toward I 35W North: Fort Worth

22.2 mi into trip | ~29m in | US 377

Take the exit onto US 377 toward TX 121 North, US 377 North: DFW Airport, Belknap Street

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 52B Toward TX 121 North, US 377 North: DFW Airport,...

30.3 mi into trip | ~38m in

Take the exit toward TX 121 Express Toll North, TX 183 Express Toll East: Express Lanes

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Exit 23A Toward TX 121 Express Toll North, TX 183 Expres...

43.2 mi into trip | ~52m in

Take the exit toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road South

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road...

43.4 mi into trip | ~53m in

Keep slight left at fork toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Joshua, TX to Irving, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Belt Line Road South along the way.

Belt Line Road South

43.2 mi in | ~52m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 35W	14.2 mi	15m
Airport Freeway	12.8 mi	14m
Southwest Wilshire Boulevard	5.4 mi	8m
SH 121/183 TEXpress	4.4 mi	4m
West Irving Boulevard	2.7 mi	4m
SH 183 TEXpress	2.5 mi	2m
North Broadway Street	1.4 mi	2m
Northeast Wilshire Boulevard	0.7 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 35W — 14.2 mi, about 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Joshua, TX and Irving, TX.

Start on this road

49 ft · 9 sec · this road

Turn left onto FM 917

0.2 mi · 34 sec · East 12th Street

Turn left onto TX 174

1.4 mi · 2 min · North Broadway Street

Continue on TX 174

5.4 mi · 8 min · Southwest Wilshire Boulevard

Continue on TX 174

0.7 mi · 1 min · Northeast Wilshire Boulevard

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 47 sec

Toward I 35W North: Fort Worth Use the slight left / straight lanes.

Merge onto I 35W

14 mi · 15 min · I 35W

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto US 377

0.3 mi · 25 sec · US 377

Exit 52B Toward TX 121 North, US 377 North: DFW Airport, Belknap Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto TX 121

7.8 mi · 9 min · Airport Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 1 min

Exit 23A Toward TX 121 Express Toll North, TX 183 Express Toll East: Express Lanes Use the slight left lane.

Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress

4.4 mi · 4 min · SH 121/183 TEXpress

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on TX 183 TEXpress

2.5 mi · 2 min · SH 183 TEXpress

Toward TX 183 Express East Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

262 ft · 6 sec

Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto TX 183

5.0 mi · 5 min · Airport Freeway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road South Use the right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 45 sec

Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on TX 356

2.7 mi · 4 min · West Irving Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Continue on TX 356

0.4 mi · 52 sec · West 2nd Street

Turn left onto South Ohio Street

436 ft · 19 sec · South Ohio Street

Arrive at destination

North Ohio Street

Trip Plan

Since the total drive time is under an hour, you have significant flexibility regarding when you hit the road. You can easily complete the entire 46.8-mile distance without needing to plan for intermediate stops. To keep your trip stress-free, budget about $7 for fuel before you head out from Joshua. Given that this is a highway-heavy route, keep a close eye on traffic patterns along I-35W, as congestion can fluctuate throughout the day. By timing your departure to avoid peak commuter hours, you can ensure your arrival in Irving stays as close to the 59-minute mark as possible.

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 23.4 miles from Joshua, TX, or about 30m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.2 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 46.8 miles or 59m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 23.4 miles or 30m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 49m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Irving, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Joshua, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Joshua, TX

This is one driving day of about 46.8 miles and 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Joshua, 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 I 35W for about 14.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 23.4 mi from Joshua, TX · 30m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Fort Worth, TX

23 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.

Popular next leg

Fort Worth, TX to Irving, TX

27.6 mi · 36m

Pacing Suggestions

Grand Prairie, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 46.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fort Worth, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 23.4 miles from Joshua, 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

$7.15 one way

$14.30 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 16 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$7.83	$15.67
premium	$4.59	$8.46	$16.92
diesel	$5.64	$10.40	$20.79

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$32–$57

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 16.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	14	$4.91	$2.25
Efficient EV	11.7	$4.10	$1.87
EV Truck/SUV	18.7	$6.55	$3.00

Gas CO2

16 kg

EV CO2

5 kg (69% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 23 hours ago

Origin

Joshua, TX

Afternoon in Joshua on Sunday

Local time

3:57 PM

CDT

Current temp

79°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SSE 15 mph 29% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 11 at 4:27PM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 11 at 4:22PM CDT until April 11 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Destination

Irving, TX

Afternoon in Irving on Sunday

Local time

3:57 PM

CDT

Current temp

82°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SE 15 mph 25% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 11 at 4:27PM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 11 at 4:22PM CDT until April 11 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

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 warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

59m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Joshua, TX to Irving, TX covers 46.8 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 35W, Airport Freeway, Southwest Wilshire 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 23.4 miles from Joshua, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.15 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.

On the drive from Joshua, TX to Irving, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Belt Line Road South along the way.

Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 484 ft to 932 ft elevation with about 182 ft of total climbing.

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Trip from Joshua, TX to Irving, TX

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

Elevation Profile

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Irving, TX

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Joshua, TX

Irving, TX

Same local time

3 degrees warmer at arrival

59m on the road

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