Mesquite, TX Road Trips
With 3 routes heading out and 3 heading in, Mesquite, TX works well as a modest departure point in the Great Plains. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 380 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Routes from Mesquite, TX spread mainly south and east, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
653.9 mi
El Paso, TX
Quickest Drive
34m
Carrollton, TX
Plan Around Mesquite, TX
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Mesquite, TX is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Mesquite, TX
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Mesquite, TX
Driving from Mesquite, TX
The typical drive from Mesquite, TX covers about 380 miles and takes around 6h 33m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 654 miles (10h 57m), while the shortest is just 206 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Mesquite, TX include El Paso, TX (653.9 mi, 10h 57m), San Antonio, TX (281.7 mi, 5h 3m), and Montopolis, TX (205.8 mi, 3h 38m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in TX currently averages around $3.7 per gallon. For the typical 380-mile trip from Mesquite, TX, budget about $56 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 3 mapped routes leaving Mesquite, TX and 3 routes heading into Mesquite, TX, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 206 to 654 miles.
The longest mapped route from Mesquite, TX covers 654 miles and takes approximately 10h 57m. Shorter options start at just 206 miles.
The average route from Mesquite, TX runs about 380 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 33m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.7/gallon for regular), the average 380-mile trip from Mesquite, TX costs roughly $56 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Mesquite, TX include El Paso, TX, San Antonio, TX and Montopolis, TX. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Mesquite, TX by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
148,848
Median Income
$71,843
Median Home Value
$226,500
Median Age
33.4
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Mesquite, TX at a Glance
Founded
1878
Elevation
495 ft
Area
46 mi²
Notable People from Mesquite, TX
A sampling of people born in Mesquite, TX.
Tara Davis-Woodhall
1999
American track and field athlete
Taylor Parks
1993
American actress and singer
Alyssa Edwards
1980
American drag queen
Lauren Stephens
1986
American cyclist
Ngozi Onwumere
1992
Nigerian bobsledder
Zach Woodlee
1977
American choreographer
Nikki Washington
1988
American soccer player
Taylor Gabriel
1991
American football player (born 1991)
Craig Wayne Boyd
1978
American Country singer-songwriter
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Mesquite, TX.
Stephen Decatur Lawrence Farmstead
historic place in Mesquite, Dallas County, Texas
City data from Wikidata (Q51696), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Mesquite, TX
Mesquite, also known as the Rodeo Capital of Texas, and prior hangout of outlaw train robber Sam Bass, is an eastern suburb of Dallas.
1 Florence Ranch Homestead, 1424 Barnes Bridge Rd, ☏ +1 972 204-4933. Old farmstead circa 1871-1872, a Mesquite landmark. (updated Jan 2022) 2 Samuell Farm, 100 US-80, ☏ +1 214 670-8740. Open but developed farmland with pond and woods and a strange tractor contraption where people can explore and play. (updated Jan 2022) 3 Opal Lawrence Historical Park, 701 E Kearney, ☏ +1 972-216-6468. Tours Tu-F 10:30AM-3:30PM, Sa 10AM-2PM. Adults $5, Children (3-12) $3. Free on 4st Sa of month. (updated Jan 2022)
Mesquite Championship Rodeo, 1818 Rodeo Dr, ☏ +1 972 285-8777. Rodeo performances, pony rides, a petting zoo, and more every Friday and Saturday evening from April to September. 1 AMC Dine-In Mesquite 30, 19919 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy, ☏ +1 972 329-3992. Oversized movieplex, with IMAX theater. (updated Jan 2022) 2 Celebration Station, 4040 Towne Crossing Blvd, ☏ +1 972 279-7888. Kiddie place with amusement rides and arcade. (updated Jan 2022)
Mesquite Bar-B-Q, 145 E Davis St, ☏ +1 972-285-6573. M-Sa 10:45AM-8PM. (updated Jan 2022)
1 Quality Inn & Suites North Mesquite I-30, 3424 Sorrento Dr., ☏ +1 972-682-0400. Has divans and slate grey hues. $68 (Jan 2022). (updated Jan 2022)
Come with some thick skin if driving around on I-635, or any DFW Metroplex roadway, for that matter.
Travel tips adapted from Mesquite (Texas) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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