Origin
Kyle, TX
Afternoon in Kyle on Thursday
Local time
4:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kyle, TX to Garland, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
6h 35m
Distance
366.2 mi
589 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$55
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 24m
★
6 AM
6h 36m
8 AM
7h 0m
10 AM
6h 44m
12 PM
6h 42m
3 PM
6h 46m
5 PM
6h 59m
8 PM
6h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kyle, TX
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Trip Overview
This 366.2-mile drive from Kyle, TX to Garland, TX is a solid day trip, estimated to take around 6 hours and 35 minutes. You'll spend about 59% of your time on highways, with a significant 148.9-mile stretch on the Purple Heart Trail. The fuel cost is estimated at $55, and it's a mixed drive through the Great Plains region of Texas. While it's manageable in one day, breaking it up might offer a more relaxed experience, especially if you plan to make stops. This route is best suited for those looking for a straightforward journey with minimal detours.
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
183.1 miles from Kyle, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 14m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 35m. Total distance: 366.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 35m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with a substantial 59% dedicated to highway travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 148.9 miles on the Purple Heart Trail, which could feel like a long haul. The journey primarily utilizes major arteries like the Purple Heart Trail, East R L Thornton Freeway, and I 35E. This suggests a progression from potentially more open road segments to busier urban approaches as you near Garland. It's not an entirely monotonous interstate experience, but it’s also not a winding scenic byway; it’s a practical, efficient connection between two points.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Purple Heart Trail is the longest continuous segment at about 148.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near RM 150 / West Center Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 366.2 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 (RM 150 / West Center Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (South Interstate 35): Lane positioning matters here; at 157.6 miles (I 35E): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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RM 150 / West Center Street
Turn left onto RM 150 / West Center Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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South Interstate 35
Turn left onto South Interstate 35
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
157.6 mi into trip
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~2h 48m in
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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
8
213.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 46m in
Take the exit toward I 30 East: Texarkana, Riverfront Boulevard, Griffin Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 427A
Toward I 30 East: Texarkana, Riverfront Bouleva...
7
222.2 mi into trip
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~3h 57m in
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I 30; US 67 / East R L Thornton Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30; US 67 / East R L Thornton Freeway toward I 30 East: Texarkana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 30 East: Texarkana
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Kyle, TX and Garland, TX, road signs point toward Fort Worth, Texarkana, Convention Center and Daingerfield.
Fort Worth
214.2 mi in
|
~3h 47m
Texarkana
214.2 mi in
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~3h 47m
Convention Center
214.3 mi in
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~3h 47m
Daingerfield
347.3 mi in
|
~6h 5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Purple Heart Trail | 148.9 mi | 2h 36m |
| East R L Thornton Freeway | 132.6 mi | 2h 17m |
| I 35E | 56.2 mi | 58m |
| US Highway 259 North | 16.5 mi | 24m |
| South Jack Kultgen Expressway | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| FM 1701 | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| South Interstate 35 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Center Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Purple Heart Trail
— 148.9 mi, about 2h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kyle, TX and Garland, TX.
1
Start on North Burleson Street
111 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Burleson Street
2
Turn left onto RM 150
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
West Center Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Turn left onto South Interstate 35
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Interstate 35
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
5
Merge onto I 35
20 mi
·
22 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35; US 290
96 mi
·
1 hr 40 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 35
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
South Jack Kultgen Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 35; US 77
33 mi
·
33 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E
56 mi
·
58 min
·
I 35E
Toward I 35E: Dallas
Use the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 427A
Toward I 30 East: Texarkana, Riverfront Boulevard, Griffin Street
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
422 ft
·
5 sec
Toward I 35E North, I 30 West: Denton, Fort Worth, Texarkana
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 30 East: Texarkana, Convention Center
13
Keep slight left at fork
385 ft
·
6 sec
Toward I 30 East: Texarkana
14
Continue on I 30; US 67
7.5 mi
·
9 min
·
East R L Thornton Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30; US 67
125 mi
·
2 hr 8 min
·
East R L Thornton Freeway
Toward I 30 East: Texarkana
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward US 259: De Kalb, Daingerfield
17
Turn left onto US 259
17 mi
·
24 min
·
US Highway 259 North
18
Turn left onto FM 1701
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
FM 1701
19
Arrive at destination
FM 1701
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour and 35-minute duration, starting your drive from Kyle, TX early in the morning is recommended to avoid potential traffic congestion, especially as you approach the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. With only one suggested stop, you have flexibility to decide when and where to take breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $55, and plan your refueling stops accordingly. The longest stretch on the Purple Heart Trail, at 148.9 miles, is a good time to ensure you have snacks and entertainment ready. This is a drive best tackled with a full tank and a clear plan for your single stop.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 183.1 miles from Kyle, TX, or about 3h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 148.9 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 81 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 183.1 miles or 3h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Garland, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Kyle, 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 Kyle, TX
This is one driving day of about 366.2 miles and 6h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 81 miles from Kyle, 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 Purple Heart Trail for about 148.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 183.1 mi from Kyle, TX · 3h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
183 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 81 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 183.1 miles from Kyle, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Purple Heart Trail if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 148.9 miles.
Arriving in Garland, TX
The final approach into Garland, 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 Garland, TX.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$55.33 one way
$110.67 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
128 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $60.57 | $121.13 |
| premium | $4.54 | $65.38 | $130.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $80.85 | $161.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 128.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 109.9 | 1 | $38.45 | $17.58 |
| Efficient EV | 91.6 | 1 | $32.04 | $14.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 146.5 | 1 | $51.27 | $23.44 |
Gas CO2
128 kg
EV CO2
43 kg (66% 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
Garland, TX
Afternoon in Garland on Thursday
Local time
4:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Mansfield, TX
183 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
5 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
6h 35m 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 Kyle, TX to Garland, TX covers 366.2 miles and takes about 6h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Purple Heart Trail, East R L Thornton Freeway, I 35E. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 183.1 miles from Kyle, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $55.33 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 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 13 significant decision points across 366.2 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 (RM 150 / West Center Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (South Interstate 35): Lane positioning matters here; at 157.6 miles (I 35E): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Kyle, TX and Garland, TX, road signs point toward Fort Worth, Texarkana, Convention Center and Daingerfield.
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