Traveling from Prosper to Irving covers a 37-mile span that typically takes about 45 minutes to complete. Because of the short duration, this journey is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You can expect to spend roughly $6 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly transit across the Great Plains region. The route relies on a combination of the Dallas North Tollway, the Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway, and North Walton Walker Boulevard. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick change of scenery, this straightforward drive offers a practical connection between these two North Texas hubs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 37 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that transitions from suburban stretches into more complex urban navigation. Only 20% of your travel occurs on major highways, meaning you will spend the majority of your time maneuvering through local infrastructure. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted segment while cruising for 21.3 miles on the Dallas North Tollway. As you move away from the starting point, the road character shifts from open transit to a more intricate, stop-and-go pace. Staying alert is key, as the route demands frequent adjustments to your driving style rather than a monotonous interstate cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dallas North Tollway is the longest continuous segment at about 21.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
724 ft431 ft
Total Climb
208 ft
Total Descent
408 ft
Highest Point
724 ft
~10.6 mi in
Elevation Range
293 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near South Dallas Parkway.
Driving Effort9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 37 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 45m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (South Dallas Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.3 mi into trip|~2m in|South Dallas Parkway
Turn left onto South Dallas Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
23.5 mi into trip|~28m in
Take the exit toward I 635 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 635 West
7
28.1 mi into trip|~33m in
Take the exit toward I 35E South: Dallas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Exit 27C
Toward I 35E South: Dallas
9
30.8 mi into trip|~36m in|North Walton Walker Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto North Walton Walker Boulevard toward Loop 12 South: Irving, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 436A
Toward Loop 12 South: Irving, Dallas Fort Worth...
6
35 mi into trip|~41m in
Take the exit toward TX 356
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward TX 356
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Prosper, TX and Irving, TX, road signs point toward Loop 12 South: Irving and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.
Loop 12 South: Irving
30.8 mi in|~36m|via North Walton Walker Boulevard
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
30.8 mi in|~36m|via North Walton Walker Boulevard
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Dallas North Tollway
21.3 mi
23m
North Walton Walker Boulevard
4.3 mi
4m
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
4.3 mi
4m
South Stemmons Freeway
2.2 mi
2m
East Irving Boulevard
1.2 mi
2m
West First Street
1.1 mi
2m
South Dallas Parkway
0.5 mi
<1m
East State Highway 356
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Dallas North Tollway
— 21.3 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prosper, TX and Irving, TX.
1
Start on FM 1193
229 ft·11 sec·East Broadway Street
2
Turn left onto South Coleman Street
0.2 mi·25 sec·South Coleman Street
3
Turn right onto West First Street
1.1 mi·2 min·West First Street
4
Turn left onto South Dallas Parkway
0.5 mi·46 sec·South Dallas Parkway
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·59 sec
6
Continue on DNT
21 mi·23 min·Dallas North Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward I 635 WestUse the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 635
4.3 mi·4 min·Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·31 sec
Exit 27CToward I 35E South: DallasUse the left / straight lanes.
10
Merge onto I 35E
2.2 mi·2 min·South Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto North Walton Walker Boulevard
4.3 mi·4 min·North Walton Walker Boulevard
Exit 436AToward Loop 12 South: Irving, Dallas Fort Worth International AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi·14 sec
Toward TX 356Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn straight onto South Loop 12
0.1 mi·17 sec·South Loop 12
14
Turn right onto TX 356
0.3 mi·45 sec·East State Highway 356
Use the right lane.
15
Continue on TX 356
1.2 mi·2 min·East Irving Boulevard
16
Continue on West Irving Boulevard
0.1 mi·26 sec·West Irving Boulevard
17
Turn right onto North Ohio Street
58 ft·2 sec·North Ohio Street
18
Arrive at destination
North Ohio Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.5 mi from Prosper, TX
· 22m into the drive
The midpoint is around 18.5 miles from Prosper, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Irving, TX
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Irving, 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
$5.59 one way
$11.18 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg13 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$6.12
$12.24
premium
$4.54
$6.61
$13.21
diesel
$5.61
$8.17
$16.34
Estimated Tolls: $1.70
Dallas North Tollway
(21.3 mi)$1.70
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$2
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.9 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
11.1
0
$3.89
$1.78
Efficient EV
9.3
0
$3.24
$1.48
EV Truck/SUV
14.8
0
$5.18
$2.37
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.
Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026
Origin
Prosper, TX
Late night
in Prosper on Friday
Local time
2:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 15 to 20 mph18% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 14 at 6:30AM CDT until April 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 14 at 6:28AM CDT until April 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Destination
Irving, TX
Late night
in Irving on Friday
Local time
2:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Addison, TX
19 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
21 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
45m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Prosper, TX to Irving, TX covers 37 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dallas North Tollway, North Walton Walker Boulevard, Lyndon B Johnson Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.5 miles from Prosper, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.59 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 short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 37 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 45m.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (South Dallas Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Prosper, TX and Irving, TX, road signs point toward Loop 12 South: Irving and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 431 ft to 724 ft elevation with about 208 ft of total climbing.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
Elevation is sampled from
USGS 3DEP.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
methodology page
documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
