Origin
Texarkana, TX
Afternoon in Texarkana on Sunday
Local time
2:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Texarkana, TX to Irving, TX
Drive Time
3h 25m
Distance
190.8 mi
307 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 13m
★
6 AM
3h 25m
8 AM
3h 50m
10 AM
3h 34m
12 PM
3h 31m
3 PM
3h 35m
5 PM
3h 48m
8 PM
3h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Texarkana, TX
Thomas balabaud
Trip Overview
Connecting Texarkana to Irving, this 190.8-mile journey across the Texas Great Plains is a straightforward drive that typically takes about 3 hours and 25 minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $29 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable transit option between these two Texas hubs. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, ensuring a consistent pace as you move through the region. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick getaway, this itinerary offers a reliable, no-nonsense path across the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
95.4 miles from Texarkana, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a classic highway-focused experience, as 95% of your travel time will be spent on high-speed roads. The vast majority of your journey—a 180.2-mile stretch—takes place on I-30, providing a consistent, uninterrupted flow of traffic. Outside of the interstate, you will transition onto New Boston Road and North Walton Walker Boulevard to complete your arrival in Irving. While the drive is efficient, it lacks the technical curves of backroad travel, favoring steady, predictable miles instead. You will find that the road remains steady and fast-paced from start to finish, allowing you to settle into a rhythm quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 30 is the longest continuous segment at about 180.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 30 and North Walton Walker Boulevard. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 67; US 82 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 190.8 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: at 0.1 miles (US 67; US 82 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (TX 93 / Summerhill Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (US 82 / New Boston Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 67; US 82 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Turn left onto US 67; US 82 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
1 mi into trip
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~1m in
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TX 93 / Summerhill Road
Turn right onto TX 93 / Summerhill Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
1.7 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 82 / New Boston Road
Turn left onto US 82 / New Boston Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
185.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 15m in
Take the exit toward LOOP 12
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 38
Toward LOOP 12
7
185.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Loop 12 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Loop 12 North
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 30 | 180.2 mi | 3h 6m |
| North Walton Walker Boulevard | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| New Boston Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| East Irving Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Summerhill Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East State Highway 356 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Loop 12 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 30
— 180.2 mi, about 3h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Texarkana, TX and Irving, TX.
1
Start on US 67; US 82
298 ft
·
10 sec
·
West 7th Street
2
Turn left onto Main Street
384 ft
·
15 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto US 67; US 82
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the none lane.
4
Turn right onto TX 93
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Summerhill Road
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left onto US 82
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
New Boston Road
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto Sowell Lane
474 ft
·
9 sec
·
Sowell Lane
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
8
Merge onto I 369; US 59
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Jarvis Parkway
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 30 West: Dallas
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
11
Merge onto I 30
180 mi
·
3 hr 6 min
·
I 30
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 38
Toward LOOP 12
Use the right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward Loop 12 North
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn straight onto North Walton Walker Service Road West
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Walton Walker Service Road West
15
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward Loop 12 North
16
Merge onto Loop 12
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Walton Walker Boulevard
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
492 ft
·
12 sec
Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn straight onto South Loop 12
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Loop 12
19
Turn left onto TX 356
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
East State Highway 356
Use the left / straight lanes.
20
Continue on TX 356
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Irving Boulevard
Use the none lane.
21
Continue on West Irving Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Irving Boulevard
22
Turn right onto North Ohio Street
58 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Ohio Street
23
Arrive at destination
North Ohio Street
Trip Plan
Since the drive is manageable in a single stretch, you can easily complete it in one day with just a single planned stop to refuel or stretch your legs. Aim to depart outside of peak traffic hours to ensure your time behind the wheel stays close to the 3-hour and 25-minute estimate. Keep in mind that the longest leg of your trip is the 180.2 miles spent on I-30, so check local traffic reports before you pull onto the highway. By planning your one stop near the midpoint of the interstate stretch, you can maintain your momentum while keeping fatigue at bay. This flexibility makes it an ideal route for those who prefer to reach their destination without multiple lengthy interruptions.
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 95.4 miles from Texarkana, TX, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 180.2 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 80 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.4 miles or 1h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 45m
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 Texarkana, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Texarkana, TX
This is one driving day of about 190.8 miles and 3h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Texarkana, 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 I 30 for about 180.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 95.4 mi from Texarkana, TX · 1h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
95 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 95.4 miles from Texarkana, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 30 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 180.2 miles.
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.
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
$29.15 one way
$58.29 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $31.94 | $63.88 |
| premium | $4.59 | $34.49 | $68.97 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $42.39 | $84.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57.2 | 0 | $20.03 | $9.16 |
| Efficient EV | 47.7 | 0 | $16.70 | $7.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 76.3 | 0 | $26.71 | $12.21 |
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (67% 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
Irving, TX
Afternoon in Irving on Sunday
Local time
2:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Greenville, TX
95 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
4 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
3h 25m 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 Texarkana, TX to Irving, TX covers 190.8 miles and takes about 3h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 30, North Walton Walker Boulevard, New Boston Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 95.4 miles from Texarkana, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.15 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 190.8 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: at 0.1 miles (US 67; US 82 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (TX 93 / Summerhill Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (US 82 / New Boston Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Texarkana, TX to Irving, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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