Trip from Midlothian, TX to Irving, TX

Drive Time

33m

Distance

30.3 mi

Route Type

Turn-heavy local drive

Quick day trip

Trip Overview

The drive from Midlothian, TX to Irving, TX covers 30.3 miles and takes about 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on North 9th Street, Highway 67, US 67 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.51 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

15.1 miles from Midlothian, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a 33m drive with frequent turns across 30.3 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

North 9th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
North 9th Street	Unavailable	Refreshing
Highway 67	Unavailable	Refreshing
US 67 North	Unavailable	Refreshing
Cockrell Hill Road	Unavailable	Refreshing
South Cockrell Hill Road	Unavailable	Refreshing
Exchange Service Drive	Unavailable	Refreshing
South Walton Walker Boulevard	Unavailable	Refreshing
TX 356	Unavailable	Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: North 9th Street — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Step-by-Step Directions

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Start on North 8th Street

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Continue on North 9th Street

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Turn right onto North US Highway 67

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Take the ramp straight toward US 67 North

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Merge slight left

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Take the exit slight right toward Cockrell Hill Road

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Turn straight onto East Highway 67

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Turn left onto South Cockrell Hill Road

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Turn left onto Exchange Service Drive

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Turn right onto South Walton Walker Boulevard

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Take the exit slight right toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard

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Turn straight onto South Loop 12

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Turn left onto East State Highway 356

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Continue on East Irving Boulevard

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Continue on West Irving Boulevard

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Turn right onto North Ohio Street

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Arrive at your destination

When to Leave

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 15.1 miles from Midlothian, TX, or about 16m into the drive.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Drive Plan

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 30.3 miles or 33m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 15.1 miles or 16m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 28m

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 Midlothian, 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.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Trip Strategy

Day 1

Settle into the route from Midlothian, TX

This is one driving day of about 30.3 miles and 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Midlothian, 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.

Best Stop Towns on This Route

These towns line up with the pace of this drive and give you clearer places to stop with a purpose.

Late stop town

Meal stop

Grand Prairie, TX

15 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.

Travel Advice

Arrival Notes

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.

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.

Stops Along the Way

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 15.1 mi from Midlothian, TX

Grand Prairie, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Grand Prairie, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 15.1 miles from Midlothian, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions for the drive, so the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
regular	$3.78	$4.51	$9.02
midgrade	$4.25	$5.07	$10.14
premium	$4.59	$5.48	$10.95
diesel	$3.99	$4.76	$9.53

Based on 25.4 MPG average. Estimated CO2 emission: 10.6 kg one way.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Midlothian, TX to Irving, TX covers 30.3 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are North 9th Street, Highway 67, US 67 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 15.1 miles from Midlothian, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.51 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.