Origin
Lamesa, TX
Evening in Lamesa on Sunday
Local time
5:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lamesa, TX to Irving, TX
Drive Time
4h 51m
Distance
319.1 mi
513 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 38m
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6 AM
4h 52m
8 AM
5h 19m
10 AM
5h 1m
12 PM
4h 59m
3 PM
5h 3m
5 PM
5h 17m
8 PM
4h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lamesa, TX
Thomas balabaud
Trip Overview
The drive from Lamesa, TX to Irving, TX covers 319.1 miles and takes about 4h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Lynn Avenue, South Dallas Avenue, Highway 87 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $48.74 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
159.5 miles from Lamesa, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 51m drive with frequent turns across 319.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Lynn Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 51m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lamesa, TX to Irving, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Lynn Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Dallas Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 87 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| William Crooker Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| William B Crooker Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 87 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Interstate 20 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 20 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Lynn Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lamesa, TX and Irving, TX.
1
Start on the route
161 ft
·
14 sec
·
the route
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto North Lynn Avenue
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Lynn Avenue
3
Continue on South Dallas Avenue
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Dallas Avenue
4
Continue on South US Highway 87
18 mi
·
18 min
·
South US Highway 87
5
Continue on William Crooker Highway
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
William Crooker Highway
6
Continue on North US Highway 87
18 mi
·
18 min
·
North US Highway 87
7
Continue on William B Crooker Memorial Highway
430 ft
·
5 sec
·
William B Crooker Memorial Highway
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 87 Business South, FM 700 East
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 87 Business South, FM 700 East
9
Continue on North US Highway 87
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North US Highway 87
10
Turn left onto West Interstate 20
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
West Interstate 20
11
Take the ramp straight toward I 20 East: Abilene
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
I 20 East: Abilene
12
Merge slight left
243 mi
·
4 hr 5 min
13
Keep slight left to continue on West Freeway
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
West Freeway
14
Take the exit slight right toward I 820 North
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 820 North
15
Merge slight left onto Jim Wright Freeway
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Jim Wright Freeway
16
Continue on Northeast Loop
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
Northeast Loop
17
Keep slight left to continue on I 820 TEXpress
6.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 820 TEXpress
18
Continue on SH 121/183 TEXpress
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
SH 121/183 TEXpress
19
Continue on SH 183 TEXpress
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
SH 183 TEXpress
20
Take the exit slight right
262 ft
·
6 sec
21
Merge slight right onto Airport Freeway
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Airport Freeway
22
Take the exit slight right toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road South
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road South
23
Keep slight left to continue on TX 356: Irving Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
TX 356: Irving Boulevard
24
Continue on West Irving Boulevard
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
West Irving Boulevard
25
Continue on West 2nd Street
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
West 2nd Street
26
Turn left onto South Ohio Street
436 ft
·
19 sec
·
South Ohio Street
27
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 159.5 miles from Lamesa, TX, or about 2h 25m into the drive.
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 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 159.5 miles or 2h 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 3h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Irving, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lamesa, 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.
+
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 Lamesa, TX
This is one driving day of about 319.1 miles and 4h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lamesa, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 159.5 mi from Lamesa, TX · 2h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
160 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 159.5 miles from Lamesa, 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
$48.74 one way
$97.49 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
112 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $53.42 | $106.84 |
| premium | $4.59 | $57.68 | $115.35 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $70.89 | $141.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 111.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 95.7 | 1 | $33.51 | $15.32 |
| Efficient EV | 79.8 | 0 | $27.92 | $12.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 127.6 | 1 | $44.67 | $20.42 |
Gas CO2
112 kg
EV CO2
37 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
Evening in Irving on Sunday
Local time
5:31 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
9 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
4h 51m 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 Lamesa, TX to Irving, TX covers 319.1 miles and takes about 4h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Lynn Avenue, South Dallas Avenue, Highway 87. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 159.5 miles from Lamesa, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.74 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 straightforward 4h 51m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lamesa, TX to Irving, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lamesa, TX to Irving, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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