Origin
Kerrville, TX
Afternoon in Kerrville on Sunday
Local time
2:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kerrville, TX to Irving, TX
Drive Time
5h 37m
Distance
292.9 mi
471 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 24m
★
6 AM
5h 37m
8 AM
6h 4m
10 AM
5h 47m
12 PM
5h 44m
3 PM
5h 48m
5 PM
6h 3m
8 PM
5h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kerrville, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
Traveling from Kerrville to Irving covers 292.9 miles across the Texas Great Plains, a journey that typically takes 5 hours and 37 minutes. Because this route is manageable in a single day, you likely won't need an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Plan for a fuel budget of approximately $45, though local prices may fluctuate. You will primarily navigate via I-35, I-35E, and East US Highway 290. This drive is a straightforward transit between two Texas hubs, making it an efficient choice for those looking to reach the Dallas-Fort Worth area directly.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
146.4 miles from Kerrville, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 1m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 81% of your journey consists of high-speed transit. The road transitions between stretches of US Highway 290 and the heavy traffic of the I-35 corridor. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 97 miles on I-35, which requires steady focus and patience. While the route is functional rather than scenic, the shift from the Hill Country vicinity toward the more developed landscape of Irving provides a clear sense of progression. Prepare for a practical, interstate-heavy drive that prioritizes speed and direct connectivity.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35 is the longest continuous segment at about 97 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and I 35E. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 76 miles in near RM 1431 / West Ranch Road 1431.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 292.9 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 76 miles (RM 1431 / West Ranch Road 1431): Lane positioning matters here; at 111 miles (Ronald W Reagan Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 225.8 miles (I 35E): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
76 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
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RM 1431 / West Ranch Road 1431
Turn right onto RM 1431 / West Ranch Road 1431
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
111 mi into trip
|
~2h 22m in
|
Ronald W Reagan Boulevard
Turn left onto Ronald W Reagan Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
225.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 23m in
|
I 35E
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E toward I 35E: Dallas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 35E: Dallas
7
273.1 mi into trip
|
~5h 11m in
Take the exit toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 418A
Toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
7
280.7 mi into trip
|
~5h 21m in
Take the exit toward Spur 408
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 460
Toward Spur 408
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35 | 97 mi | 1h 39m |
| I 35E | 47.3 mi | 48m |
| East US Highway 290 | 27.2 mi | 30m |
| North US Highway 281 | 15.8 mi | 17m |
| South State Highway 16 | 14.2 mi | 15m |
| RM 1869 | 12.8 mi | 18m |
| East Ranch Road 1431 | 11.6 mi | 16m |
| Ronald W Reagan Boulevard | 8.1 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
I 35
— 97 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kerrville, TX and Irving, TX.
1
Start on TX 27
69 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto TX 16
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Sidney Baker Street
3
Continue on TX 16
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Fredericksburg Road
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on TX 16
14 mi
·
15 min
·
South State Highway 16
5
Turn right onto Friendship Lane
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Friendship Lane
6
At end of road, turn right onto US 290
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Main Street
7
Continue on US 290
27 mi
·
30 min
·
East US Highway 290
8
Continue on US 290
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
9
Turn left onto Spur 356
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Nugent Avenue
10
At end of road, turn left onto US 281
16 mi
·
17 min
·
North US Highway 281
11
Continue on US 281
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
South US Highway 281
Use the none lane.
12
Turn right onto RM 1431
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Ranch Road 1431
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on RM 1431
12 mi
·
16 min
·
East Ranch Road 1431
14
Turn left onto RM 1174
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
South Farm-to-Market Road 1174
15
Turn right onto RM 1869
13 mi
·
18 min
·
RM 1869
16
At end of road, turn left onto US 183
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North US Highway 183
17
Turn right onto FM 3405
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
FM 3405
18
Turn left onto Ronald W Reagan Boulevard
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Ronald W Reagan Boulevard
Use the left lane.
19
Continue on Ronald Reagan Boulevard
7.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Ronald Reagan Boulevard
20
At end of road, turn left onto North Interstate 35
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North Interstate 35
21
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 35 North
22
Merge onto I 35
97 mi
·
1 hr 39 min
·
I 35
Use the none lane.
23
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E
47 mi
·
48 min
·
I 35E
Toward I 35E: Dallas
Use the slight right lane.
24
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
2 min
Exit 418A
Toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
Use the slight right lane.
25
Merge onto I 20
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the none lane.
26
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 460
Toward Spur 408
Use the slight right lane.
27
Merge onto Spur 408
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Patriot Parkway
Use the none lane.
28
Merge onto Loop 12
5.4 mi
·
5 min
·
South Walton Walker Boulevard
Use the none lane.
29
Take the exit
492 ft
·
12 sec
Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
30
Turn straight onto South Loop 12
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Loop 12
31
Turn left onto TX 356
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
East State Highway 356
Use the left / straight lanes.
32
Continue on TX 356
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Irving Boulevard
Use the none lane.
33
Continue on West Irving Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Irving Boulevard
34
Turn right onto North Ohio Street
58 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Ohio Street
35
Arrive at destination
North Ohio Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 292.9-mile trip, aim to depart early in the morning to navigate the busier sections of I-35 before peak traffic sets in. Although the drive is doable in one stint, scheduling at least one stop is recommended to break up the long hours behind the wheel. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the 97-mile stretch on I-35, as traffic patterns can unexpectedly impact your consumption. By staying flexible with your departure time, you can easily avoid the worst congestion near Irving. Utilizing a single, well-timed break will help you arrive at your destination refreshed rather than drained by the highway miles.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 146.4 miles from Kerrville, TX, or about 3h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 146.4 miles or 3h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 37m
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 Kerrville, 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 Kerrville, TX
This is one driving day of about 292.9 miles and 5h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kerrville, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 35 for about 97 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 146.4 mi from Kerrville, TX · 3h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
146 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 146.4 miles from Kerrville, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 35 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97 miles.
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
$44.74 one way
$89.48 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
103 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $49.03 | $98.06 |
| premium | $4.59 | $52.94 | $105.88 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $65.07 | $130.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 102.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 87.9 | 1 | $30.75 | $14.06 |
| Efficient EV | 73.2 | 0 | $25.63 | $11.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 117.2 | 1 | $41.01 | $18.75 |
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 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
Irving, TX
Afternoon in Irving on Sunday
Local time
2:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
1 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
5h 37m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Kerrville, TX to Irving, TX covers 292.9 miles and takes about 5h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35, I 35E, East US Highway 290. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 146.4 miles from Kerrville, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $44.74 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 292.9 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: at 76 miles (RM 1431 / West Ranch Road 1431): Lane positioning matters here; at 111 miles (Ronald W Reagan Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 225.8 miles (I 35E): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Kerrville, TX to Irving, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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