Origin
Diboll, TX
Night in Diboll on Saturday
Local time
9:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Diboll, TX to Garland, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 47m
Distance
186.9 mi
301 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 35m
★
6 AM
3h 47m
8 AM
4h 13m
10 AM
3h 56m
12 PM
3h 54m
3 PM
3h 58m
5 PM
4h 12m
8 PM
3h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Diboll, TX
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Trip Overview
This 186.9-mile drive from Diboll, TX to Garland, TX is a manageable one-day trip, typically taking about 3 hours and 47 minutes. You'll primarily be on US 271 and US 59, with a small portion on US Route 259. With an estimated fuel cost of $28, this highway-focused journey stays within the Great Plains region for both its start and end points in Texas. It’s a straightforward route that doesn't require an overnight stay, making it ideal for a quick transit or a leisurely drive with one planned stop. The overall feel is practical and efficient.
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
93.4 miles from Diboll, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 52m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 271 | 29.8 mi | 34m |
| US 59 | 26.4 mi | 31m |
| US Route 259 | 19.2 mi | 21m |
| I 30 | 17.1 mi | 17m |
| US Highway 259 North | 16.5 mi | 24m |
| Kilgore Drive | 13.5 mi | 15m |
| State Highway 135 North | 11.4 mi | 13m |
| US Highway 259 | 11.2 mi | 12m |
Longest stretch:
US 271
— 29.8 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Diboll, TX and Garland, TX.
1
Start on Judd
145 ft
·
8 sec
·
Judd
2
Turn right onto North Temple Drive
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
North Temple Drive
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
4
Continue on US 59
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
US 59
5
Take the exit onto US 59
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
US 59
Toward US 59 North, Loop 287 East: Nacogdoches
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 59
16 mi
·
17 min
·
US 59
Toward US 59 North: Nacogdoches
7
Turn left
0.7 mi
·
1 min
8
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
this road
9
Merge onto Loop 224
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Southwest Stallings Drive
10
Continue on US 59
0.9 mi
·
58 sec
·
North US Highway 59
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
this road
13
Merge onto US 259
11 mi
·
12 min
·
US Highway 259
14
Continue on US 259
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US Route 259
15
Continue on US 259
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Railroad Avenue
16
Continue on US 259
16 mi
·
18 min
·
US Route 259
17
Turn right onto US 79; US 259
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 79
18
Continue on US 259
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Kilgore Drive
19
Keep slight right at fork onto US 259 Business
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
US 259 Business
20
Turn left onto Houston Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Houston Street
21
Keep slight right at fork onto Houston Street
371 ft
·
7 sec
·
Houston Street
22
Enter roundabout onto TX 135
124 ft
·
1 sec
·
State Highway 135 North
23
Continue on TX 135
11 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 135 North
24
Continue on US 271
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Tyler Street
25
Continue on US 271
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
South Main Street
26
Turn left onto US 80
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Upshur Avenue
27
Turn right onto FM 2685
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
FM 2865
28
Turn right onto FM 2685
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
FM 2685
29
Turn right onto TX 155
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
TX 155
30
Continue on US 271
30 mi
·
34 min
·
US 271
31
Turn right onto Burton Road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Burton Road
32
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
33
Merge onto I 30
17 mi
·
17 min
·
I 30
34
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward US 259: De Kalb, Daingerfield
35
Turn left onto US 259
17 mi
·
24 min
·
US Highway 259 North
36
Turn left onto FM 1701
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
FM 1701
37
Arrive at destination
FM 1701
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 3-hour and 47-minute drive, consider departing Diboll, TX in the morning to avoid potential afternoon traffic as you approach Garland, TX. With a total distance of 186.9 miles, you can comfortably complete this trip in one day, with only one stop needed. The fuel cost is estimated at $28, so ensure your tank is full before you leave Diboll. Pay attention to your surroundings on US 271, as the 29.8-mile longest stretch offers a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm, but also be aware of any potential changes in speed limits as you get closer to urban areas.
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 93.4 miles from Diboll, TX, or about 1h 52m 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 41 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.4 miles or 1h 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 2m
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 Diboll, 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 Diboll, TX
This is one driving day of about 186.9 miles and 3h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Diboll, 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 US 271 for about 29.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 93.4 miles from Diboll, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 215 decision points cluster between mile 8.9 and 168 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
8.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 59
Take the exit onto US 59 toward US 59 North, Loop 287 East: Nacogdoches
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 59 North, Loop 287 East: Nacogdoches
5
14.7 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
US 59
Keep slight right at fork onto US 59 toward US 59 North: Nacogdoches
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 59 North: Nacogdoches
5
38.1 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
90.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
|
TX 135 / State Highway 135 North
Enter roundabout onto TX 135 / State Highway 135 North
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
168 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.24 one way
$56.48 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $30.91 | $61.82 |
| premium | $4.54 | $33.37 | $66.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.27 | $82.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56.1 | 0 | $19.62 | $8.97 |
| Efficient EV | 46.7 | 0 | $16.35 | $7.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.8 | 0 | $26.17 | $11.96 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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 Saturday
Local time
9:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
86°F
Kilgore, TX
93 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
28 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 47m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for 82% of this route, offering consistent speeds and minimal distractions. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 29.8 miles on US 271. While primarily highway, the inclusion of US 271, US 59, and US Route 259 means you'll experience a mix of well-maintained main roads. The road character remains largely consistent, emphasizing efficient travel over scenic detours, so keep your focus on covering ground.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
37 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.8 mi on US 271.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 271 and US 59. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.9 miles in near US 59.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 186.9 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 8.9 miles (US 59): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.7 miles (US 59): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 38.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Diboll, TX to Garland, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Daingerfield along the way.
Daingerfield
168 mi in
|
~3h 17m
About the Cities
Arriving in Garland, TX
Full guide →Founded 1891
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 3h 47m. Total distance: 186.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29.8 miles on US 271. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Garland, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.9 miles (US 59): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.7 miles (US 59): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 38.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Garland, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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