Origin
Mount Pleasant, TX
Night in Mount Pleasant on Thursday
Local time
9:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Pleasant, TX to Garland, TX
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
49m
Distance
36.4 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Pleasant, TX
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 36.4-mile drive from Mount Pleasant, TX to Garland, TX is easily manageable in about 49 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily travel on US Highway 259 North and I-30, with a short section of FM 1701. With 93% of the journey on highways, expect a focused driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this short hop is around $6, a minimal expense for the convenience it offers. Both your origin and destination are within the Great Plains region, so you're not traversing vastly different landscapes on this particular route.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 36.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 93% of the travel occurring on major roads. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 16.5 miles on US Highway 259 North, offering a consistent pace. The transition to I-30 will likely provide a faster, more direct path toward your destination. While the profile suggests a predominantly highway experience, the inclusion of FM 1701 indicates a brief shift to potentially more local, albeit still functional, roadways as you approach Garland. Expect efficient travel with minimal diversions.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 259 North is the longest continuous segment at about 16.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 259 North and I 30. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East 2nd Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 49m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East 2nd Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.3 miles (US 271 Bus / North Jefferson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (East Burton Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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East 2nd Street
Turn sharp left onto East 2nd Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 271 Bus / North Jefferson Avenue
Turn right onto US 271 Bus / North Jefferson Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
East Burton Road
Turn right onto East Burton Road
Navigation decision point
3
1.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
17.4 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward US 259: De Kalb, Daingerfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 259: De Kalb, Daingerfield
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Mount Pleasant, TX to Garland, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Daingerfield along the way.
Daingerfield
17.4 mi in
|
~19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 259 North | 16.5 mi | 24m |
| I 30 | 15.4 mi | 15m |
| FM 1701 | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| North Jefferson Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| East Burton Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East 2nd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East 1st Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 259 North
— 16.5 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Pleasant, TX and Garland, TX.
1
Start on East 1st Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
East 1st Street
2
Turn sharp left onto East 2nd Street
244 ft
·
10 sec
·
East 2nd Street
3
Continue on East 2nd Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
East 2nd Street
4
Turn right onto US 271 Bus
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Jefferson Avenue
5
Turn right onto East Burton Road
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
East Burton Road
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
7
Merge onto I 30
15 mi
·
15 min
·
I 30
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward US 259: De Kalb, Daingerfield
9
Turn left onto US 259
17 mi
·
24 min
·
US Highway 259 North
10
Turn left onto FM 1701
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
FM 1701
11
Arrive at destination
FM 1701
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.2 mi from Mount Pleasant, TX · 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.2 miles from Mount Pleasant, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Garland, TX
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Garland, TX if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.50 one way
$11.00 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $6.02 | $12.04 |
| premium | $4.54 | $6.50 | $13.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.04 | $16.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.82 | $1.75 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
Garland, TX
Night in Garland on Thursday
Local time
9:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Naples, TX
18 mi in
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
15 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
49m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Mount Pleasant, TX to Garland, TX covers 36.4 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 259 North, I 30, FM 1701. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.2 miles from Mount Pleasant, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.50 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.
This is a straightforward 49m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East 2nd Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.3 miles (US 271 Bus / North Jefferson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (East Burton Road): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Mount Pleasant, TX to Garland, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Daingerfield along the way.
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