Origin
Tyler, TX
Afternoon in Tyler on Friday
Local time
4:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tyler, TX to Garland, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 8m
Distance
104.1 mi
167 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 59m
★
6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 26m
10 AM
2h 14m
12 PM
2h 13m
3 PM
2h 15m
5 PM
2h 25m
8 PM
2h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tyler, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 104.1-mile drive from Tyler, TX to Garland, TX is a straightforward trip designed for a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 8 minutes. You'll primarily be on major highways, with 81% of the journey featuring highway driving, making it a high-speed transit rather than a leisurely exploration. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $16, which is quite economical for the distance covered. Both Tyler and Garland are situated within the Great Plains region, so you won't be experiencing dramatic landscape shifts. This route is ideal for a quick hop between cities without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52 miles from Tyler, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
About the Cities
Starting in Tyler, TX
Full guide →Tyler is the county seat of Smith County, in eastern Texas. It boasts the nation's largest municipal rose garden and hosts the Texas Rose Festival each October.
Arriving in Garland, TX
Full guide →Garland is a city in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex area in the State of Texas. Mike Judge, the creator of Beavis and Butthead and King of the Hill, used to live in Garland, as well as some other small towns around Texas. So, yeah. Don't be shocked if you take a wrong turn through a downscale neighborhood and see someone barbecuing hot dogs using one of those things that turns your truck's air filter into a grill. On the other hand, Garland's north side is a palacial monument to suburban living in all its McMansioned, strip malling, Starbucks-sipping glory. Garland is basically an unprepossessing, pleasant place. While it's hard to get too excited about much that happens in Garland, it is just so darned pleasant.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 8m. Total distance: 104.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 104.1-mile journey, with 81% of the route utilizing high-speed roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 29.8 miles along US 271. This means you'll spend a significant amount of time on fast-paced roads, with limited opportunities for scenic detours. The primary roads guiding you are US 271, I-30, and US Highway 259 North. While efficient, this profile suggests a drive geared more towards reaching your destination quickly than enjoying a winding, varied landscape.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 271 is the longest continuous segment at about 29.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 271 and I 30. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Spur 147 / East Gentry Parkway.
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 2h 8m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Spur 147 / East Gentry Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles (TX 155 / State Highway 155 North): Navigation decision point; at 20.7 miles (US 80; TX 155 / West Broadway Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.5 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Spur 147 / East Gentry Parkway
Turn right onto Spur 147 / East Gentry Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
3
8.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
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TX 155 / State Highway 155 North
Turn left onto TX 155 / State Highway 155 North
Navigation decision point
4
20.7 mi into trip
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~25m in
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US 80; TX 155 / West Broadway Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 80; TX 155 / West Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
5
21.5 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
TX 155 / North Tyler Street
Turn left onto TX 155 / North Tyler Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
85.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m 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 Tyler, TX to Garland, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Daingerfield along the way.
Daingerfield
85.1 mi in
|
~1h 37m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 271 | 29.8 mi | 34m |
| I 30 | 17.1 mi | 17m |
| US Highway 259 North | 16.5 mi | 24m |
| North Tyler Street | 16.3 mi | 18m |
| State Highway 155 North | 11.5 mi | 12m |
| US Highway 271 | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| FM 1701 | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| East Gentry Parkway | 2.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 271
— 29.8 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tyler, TX and Garland, TX.
1
Start on North Broadway Avenue
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
North Broadway Avenue
2
Turn right onto Spur 147
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
East Gentry Parkway
Use the slight left lane.
3
Continue on US 271; TX 155
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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East Gentry Parkway
Use the slight left lane.
4
Continue on US 271; TX 155
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
US Highway 271
5
Turn left onto TX 155
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 155 North
6
Continue on TX 155
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
7
Continue on TX 155
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 155 North
8
At end of road, turn right onto US 80; TX 155
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway Street
9
Turn left onto TX 155
16 mi
·
18 min
·
North Tyler Street
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 271
30 mi
·
34 min
·
US 271
11
Turn right onto Burton Road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Burton Road
12
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
13
Merge onto I 30
17 mi
·
17 min
·
I 30
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward US 259: De Kalb, Daingerfield
15
Turn left onto US 259
17 mi
·
24 min
·
US Highway 259 North
16
Turn left onto FM 1701
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
FM 1701
17
Arrive at destination
FM 1701
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2-hour duration and 104.1-mile distance, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving early in the morning to avoid any potential traffic, especially as you approach the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex area. With no planned stops and an estimated fuel cost of $16, you can easily manage your budget and time. The longest stretch without a major road change is 29.8 miles on US 271, so plan for a continuous drive during that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as services might be more spaced out on certain highway portions.
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 52 miles from Tyler, TX, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.8 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 23 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Garland, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Tyler, 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 Tyler, TX
This is one driving day of about 104.1 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Tyler, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 271 for about 29.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52 mi from Tyler, TX · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52 miles from Tyler, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Garland, TX
The final approach into Garland, 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 Garland, 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
$15.73 one way
$31.46 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $17.22 | $34.43 |
| premium | $4.54 | $18.59 | $37.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.98 | $45.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.2 | 0 | $10.93 | $5.00 |
| Efficient EV | 26 | 0 | $9.11 | $4.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.6 | 0 | $14.57 | $6.66 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Garland, TX
Afternoon in Garland on Friday
Local time
4:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
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
2h 8m 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 Tyler, TX to Garland, TX covers 104.1 miles and takes about 2h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 271, I 30, US Highway 259 North. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52 miles from Tyler, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.73 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 2h 8m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Spur 147 / East Gentry Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles (TX 155 / State Highway 155 North): Navigation decision point; at 20.7 miles (US 80; TX 155 / West Broadway Street): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Tyler, TX to Garland, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Daingerfield along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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