Garland, TX to Fairview, TX is 260.2 miles and takes about 5h 11m via US 79 and TX 155, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward drive that's primarily on highways. You'll be on major roads for most of the 260.2 miles, making it a convenient option if you're looking for an efficient way to cover ground. Plan for about five hours of actual driving time, not including any stops you might want to make along the way. Given the manageable duration and fuel cost, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
130.1 miles from Garland, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 40m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 79
75.4 mi
1h 25m
TX 155
26 mi
30m
US 271
22.6 mi
25m
State Highway 155
20.7 mi
23m
State Highway 155 South
19.2 mi
22m
I 30
17.1 mi
17m
US Highway 259 South
16.3 mi
24m
South State Highway 6
13.5 mi
14m
Longest stretch:
US 79
— 75.4 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garland, TX and Fairview, TX.
1
Start on FM 1701
2.1 mi·5 min·FM 1701
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 259
16 mi·24 min·US Highway 259 South
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·56 sec
4
Merge onto I 30
17 mi·17 min·I 30
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward US 271 to US 67, SH 49, FM 1734: Mount Pleasant, Paris, Pittsburg
6
Turn straight onto Lakewood Drive
0.2 mi·26 sec·Lakewood Drive
7
Turn left onto US 271
0.5 mi·58 sec·West Ferguson Road
8
Turn straight onto US 271
5.5 mi·6 min·Bill Ratliff Freeway
9
Continue on South US Highway 271
4.2 mi·4 min·South US Highway 271
10
Continue on US 271
23 mi·25 min·US 271
11
Turn straight onto TX 155
13 mi·15 min·TX 155
12
Turn right onto US 80; TX 155
0.9 mi·1 min·West Broadway Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto TX 155
13 mi·14 min·TX 155
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto US 271; TX 155
5.5 mi·6 min·US Highway 271
15
Continue on US 271; TX 155
1.5 mi·2 min·East Gentry Parkway
16
Continue on US 271; TX 155
1.0 mi·1 min·North Beckham Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto TX 31
0.4 mi·42 sec·East Front Street
18
Turn left onto South Broadway Avenue
1.0 mi·1 min·South Broadway Avenue
19
Turn right onto US 69; TX 64; TX 110; TX 155
0.4 mi·35 sec·West Fourth Street
20
Continue on US 69; TX 64; TX 110; TX 155
0.2 mi·30 sec·West Glenwood Boulevard
21
Turn left onto TX 155
0.4 mi·35 sec·South Vine Avenue
22
Continue on TX 155
2.0 mi·3 min·Frankston Highway
23
Continue on TX 155
19 mi·22 min·State Highway 155 South
24
Continue on TX 155
1.5 mi·1 min·North Frankston Highway
25
Continue on TX 155
0.4 mi·30 sec·North Elm Street
26
Continue on TX 155
21 mi·23 min·State Highway 155
27
Continue on TX 155
0.2 mi·26 sec·North Link Street
28
Turn right onto US 79; TX 19
2.1 mi·3 min·East Palestine Avenue
29
Continue on US 79; US 84
12 mi·13 min·West Oak Street
30
Turn straight onto US 79
75 mi·1 hr 25 min·US 79
31
Continue on US 190; TX 6
14 mi·14 min·South State Highway 6
32
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward FM 2818: Harvey Mitchell Parkway
33
Continue on North Earl Rudder Freeway
0.1 mi·19 sec·North Earl Rudder Freeway
34
Turn right onto FM 2818
4.4 mi·6 min·North Harvey Mitchell Parkway
35
Take the exit
0.2 mi·37 sec
Toward TX 21
36
Turn right onto TX 21
2.0 mi·2 min·West State Highway 21
37
Arrive at destination
TX 21
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of just over five hours, this route is easily manageable in a single day. To make the most of your drive, consider departing Garland, TX in the morning to allow ample time for any unscheduled breaks. The longest continuous stretch on US 79 is over 75 miles, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before you hit that segment. While the majority is highway, be aware that the final portion involves surface roads, so keep an eye on your navigation as you get closer to Fairview, TX. This route's efficiency means you have flexibility; you can depart later or take a longer lunch break if needed.
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 130.1 miles from Garland, TX, or about 2h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.4 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 57 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 130.1 miles or 2h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairview, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Garland, 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 Garland, TX
This is one driving day of about 260.2 miles and 5h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from Garland, 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 79 for about 75.4 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.1 and 83.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
2.1 mi into trip|~5m in|US 259 / US Highway 259 South
At end of road, turn right onto US 259 / US Highway 259 South
Navigation decision point
5
35.9 mi into trip|~47m in
Take the exit toward US 271 to US 67, SH 49, FM 1734: Mount Pleasant, Paris, Pittsburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 271 to US 67, SH 49, FM 1734: Mount P...
4
36.4 mi into trip|~48m in|US 271 / West Ferguson Road
Turn left onto US 271 / West Ferguson Road
Navigation decision point
5
82.6 mi into trip|~1h 41m in|US 80; TX 155 / West Broadway Street
Turn right onto US 80; TX 155 / West Broadway Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
83.4 mi into trip|~1h 42m in|TX 155
Turn left onto TX 155
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.75 one way
$75.50 round trip
$3.69/gal25.4 MPG avg91 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.08
$41.83
$83.65
premium
$4.43
$45.40
$90.80
diesel
$5.60
$57.36
$114.71
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 91 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
78.1
0
$27.32
$12.49
Efficient EV
65.1
0
$22.77
$10.41
EV Truck/SUV
104.1
1
$36.43
$16.65
Gas CO2
91 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Sep 4, 2026
Origin
Garland, TX
Evening
in Garland on Friday
Local time
8:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued September 4 at 1:00AM CDT until September 4 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued September 3 at 11:26PM CDT until September 5 at 12:44PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Destination
Fairview, TX
Evening
in Fairview on Friday
Local time
8:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
SE 5 mph20% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued September 4 at 1:00AM CDT until September 4 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued September 3 at 11:26PM CDT until September 5 at 12:44PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 11m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 drive is predominantly highway, with 91% of the 260.2 miles on main roads like US 79 and TX 155. You'll experience a significant stretch of 75.4 miles on US 79 without needing to exit. The route transitions to surface roads for the remaining 9% of the trip, which amounts to about 23.4 miles. Expect to encounter more frequent intersections and potentially slower speeds as you approach your destination off the main highways.
91% 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: 75.4 mi on US 79.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 79 and TX 155. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in near US 259 / US Highway 259 South.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 11m drive. You will face about 17 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles (US 259 / US Highway 259 South): Navigation decision point; at 35.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.4 miles (US 271 / West Ferguson Road): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
496 ft258 ft
Total Climb
489 ft
Total Descent
612 ft
Highest Point
496 ft
~111.5 mi in
Elevation Range
238 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Garland, TX and Fairview, TX, road signs point toward Sh 49, Fm 1734: Mount Pleasant, Paris and Pittsburg.
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.
The longest stretch is about 75.4 miles on US 79. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 3 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 3 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles (US 259 / US Highway 259 South): Navigation decision point; at 35.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.4 miles (US 271 / West Ferguson Road): Navigation decision point.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.2 hours each way, a round trip means 10.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Fairview, TX before the return drive.
