Diboll, TX to Irving, TX is 191.2 miles and takes about 3h 48m via US Highway 175 West, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward transition between East Texas and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience that's efficient for getting you to your destination quickly. Given its relatively short duration, this route is ideal for a single-day trip, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination. You'll be covering a good amount of ground without it feeling like an overly taxing journey.
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
95.6 miles from Diboll, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 57m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US Highway 175 West
78.4 mi
1h 25m
US 69
53.6 mi
1h 3m
US Highway 175
20.8 mi
22m
Tom Landry Freeway
6.2 mi
7m
South John Redditt Drive
4.6 mi
6m
North Temple Drive
3.7 mi
5m
US 59
3.4 mi
4m
East Corsicana Street
2.5 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
US Highway 175 West
— 78.4 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Diboll, TX and Irving, TX.
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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
3.4 mi·4 min·US 59
5
Turn left onto FM 819
2.0 mi·3 min·College Drive
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
7
Merge onto Loop 287
4.6 mi·6 min·South John Redditt Drive
8
Turn left onto Loop 287 Frontage Road
0.2 mi·17 sec·Loop 287 Frontage Road
9
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·21 sec
10
Merge onto US 69
54 mi·1 hr 3 min·US 69
11
Turn left onto US 175
0.2 mi·19 sec·Alexander Boulevard
12
Continue on US 175
0.6 mi·56 sec·Frankston Highway
13
Continue on US 175
9.6 mi·10 min·US Highway 175 West
14
Turn slight right
3.8 mi·4 min
15
Merge onto US 175
1.9 mi·2 min·East Pine Street
16
Continue on US 175
21 mi·22 min·US Highway 175
17
Continue on US 175 Bus
2.5 mi·4 min·East Corsicana Street
18
Keep slight right at fork onto US 175 Bus
69 mi·1 hr 14 min·US Highway 175 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto I 45
1.7 mi·1 min·Julius Schepps Freeway
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 284AToward I 30Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 30 WestUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·25 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Merge onto I 30; US 67
0.8 mi·1 min·East R L Thornton Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on I 30
6.2 mi·7 min·Tom Landry Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 38Toward LOOP 12Use the right lane.
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·14 sec
Toward Loop 12 NorthUse the slight right lane.
27
Turn straight onto North Walton Walker Service Road West
0.2 mi·21 sec·North Walton Walker Service Road West
28
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward Loop 12 North
29
Merge onto Loop 12
2.3 mi·2 min·North Walton Walker Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Take the exit
492 ft·12 sec
Toward TX 356: Irving BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
31
Turn straight onto South Loop 12
0.3 mi·32 sec·South Loop 12
32
Turn left onto TX 356
0.4 mi·59 sec·East State Highway 356
Use the left / straight lanes.
33
Continue on TX 356
1.2 mi·2 min·East Irving Boulevard
34
Continue on West Irving Boulevard
0.1 mi·26 sec·West Irving Boulevard
35
Turn right onto North Ohio Street
58 ft·2 sec·North Ohio Street
36
Arrive at destination
North Ohio Street
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour and 48-minute drive, starting your journey in Diboll, TX, in the morning is a good strategy to avoid any potential late-day traffic as you approach Irving, TX. With only one recommended stop for this 191.2-mile trip, you have flexibility in how you pace yourself; consider a quick break around the halfway mark. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the longest stretch of 78.4 miles on US Highway 175 West, to ensure you don't need to detour. The estimated fuel cost is around $29, so plan accordingly before you depart.
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 95.6 miles from Diboll, TX, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.4 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 42 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.6 miles or 1h 57m 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 5m
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 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 191.2 miles and 3h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 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 Highway 175 West for about 78.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 107.2 and 186.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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107.2 mi into trip|~2h 11m in|US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West
Keep slight right at fork onto US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
177.7 mi into trip|~3h 28m in
Take the exit toward I 30
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 284A
Toward I 30
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177.9 mi into trip|~3h 29m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 30 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 30 West
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185.6 mi into trip|~3h 38m 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
186.3 mi into trip|~3h 40m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.89 one way
$57.78 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg67 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$31.62
$63.25
premium
$4.54
$34.14
$68.27
diesel
$5.61
$42.21
$84.43
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: 66.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
57.4
0
$20.08
$9.18
Efficient EV
47.8
0
$16.73
$7.65
EV Truck/SUV
76.5
0
$26.77
$12.24
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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Diboll, TX
Night
in Diboll on Saturday
Local time
9:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Irving, TX
Night
in Irving on Saturday
Local time
9:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
24 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 48m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is largely a highway-focused drive, with 86% of it utilizing major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on US Highway 175 West, which forms the backbone of this trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 78.4 miles on US Highway 175 West, meaning you can settle in for a solid period of driving. While primarily highway, the road does transition through various Texas landscapes as you head north. Expect a consistent pace for most of the journey, making it a predictable and manageable drive.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 78.4 mi on US Highway 175 West.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 175 West and US 69. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 107.2 miles in near US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 191.2 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 107.2 miles (US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 177.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 177.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Irving is a city in the Prairies and Lakes region of Texas. Part of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Irving has experienced exponential growth over the past fifty years, and is home to a multitude of attractions of all types, from modern art to major sporting events. Founded in 1902 out of the remnants of the small community of Kit, Irving is now a bustling city of approximately 197,000 residents.
Rather like Dallas, it is divided into a highly affluent northern half and less affluent but highly diverse southern half. It is bounded to the east by the northern fork (Elm Fork) of the Trinity River and to the northwest by the sprawling D/FW International Airport.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 48m. Total distance: 191.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 78.4 miles on US Highway 175 West. 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 Irving, 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 107.2 miles (US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 177.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 177.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Irving, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
