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Trip from Lumberton, 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

5h 3m

Distance

260 mi

418 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$39

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 50m ★
6 AM
5h 4m
8 AM
5h 31m
10 AM
5h 13m
12 PM
5h 10m
3 PM
5h 14m
5 PM
5h 29m
8 PM
4h 56m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Texas, United States

Lumberton, TX

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Trip Overview

This 260-mile drive from Lumberton, TX to Garland, TX is a feasible day trip, estimated to take around 5 hours and 3 minutes. The route primarily utilizes local roads, with a highway share of only 19%, so expect a more involved driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $39, this trip stays budget-friendly. You'll be traveling within the Great Plains region for the entirety of your journey, staying within Texas. This is a turn-heavy local drive, so plan for a full day behind the wheel.

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 miles from Lumberton, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 24m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
North Main Street 117.7 mi 2h 10m
East End Boulevard South 36.7 mi 43m
Southview Circle 23.2 mi 26m
North Saint Mary Street 22.9 mi 25m
State Highway 8 21.3 mi 25m
TX 8 10.7 mi 16m
US Highway 82 8.2 mi 9m
US 59 5.9 mi 7m
Longest stretch: North Main Street — 117.7 mi, about 2h 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lumberton, TX and Garland, TX.

1

Start on US 96

118 mi · 2 hr 10 min · North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2

Continue on US 96

23 mi · 26 min · Southview Circle
3

Continue on US 59

5.9 mi · 7 min · US 59
4

Turn slight left onto US 59 Business; US 79 Business

323 ft · 10 sec · US 59 Business; US 79 Business
5

Turn right onto US 59 Business

23 mi · 25 min · North Saint Mary Street
6

Continue on US 59

37 mi · 43 min · East End Boulevard South
7

Turn left onto TX 155

0.1 mi · 7 sec · TX 155
8

Turn right onto TX 8

12 mi · 13 min · State Highway 8
9

Continue on TX 8

2.7 mi · 3 min · South Street
10

Continue on TX 8

8.8 mi · 11 min · State Highway 8
11

At end of road, turn left onto US 67; TX 8

2.9 mi · 3 min · Broadway Avenue
12

Turn right onto TX 8

11 mi · 16 min · TX 8
13

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec
14

Merge onto I 30

2.3 mi · 2 min · I 30
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Toward US 82: New Boston, De Kalb, Clarksville
16

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 17 sec
17

Merge onto US 82

8.2 mi · 9 min · US Highway 82
18

Continue on US 82

1.3 mi · 2 min · Northeast Front Street
19

Continue on US 82

1.7 mi · 2 min · Northwest Front Street
20

Turn left onto County Road 3215

0.1 mi · 33 sec · County Road 3215
21

Turn right onto FM 1701

1.5 mi · 3 min · FM 1701
22

Arrive at destination

FM 1701

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour estimated duration and the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, starting your journey from Lumberton, TX early in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic delays. While this route is manageable in a single day, factor in at least one stop to break up the 117.7-mile longest stretch on North Main Street. The $39 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's wise to fill up before departing or at a known station along the way, as services might be more spaced out on local roads. Keep an eye on your navigation, as the frequent turns require your attention.

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 miles from Lumberton, TX, or about 2h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117.7 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 3m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 130 miles or 2h 24m 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 59m

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 Lumberton, 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 Lumberton, TX

This is one driving day of about 260 miles and 5h 3m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from Lumberton, 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 North Main Street for about 117.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in and county seat of Panola County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Carthage, TX

130 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

Jasper, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 57 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Tenaha, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 130 miles from Lumberton, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before North Main Street if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 117.7 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Pitt Grill Restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

New Boston, Texas

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 241.4

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19036281333

Visit website

Pitt Grill Restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 241.4

New Boston, Texas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19036281333

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 148.6

Carthage, Texas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Knupple Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour

Silsbee, Texas

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 146.9 and 247 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
146.9 mi into trip | ~2h 44m in | US 59 Business / North Saint Mary Street

Turn right onto US 59 Business / North Saint Mary Street

Navigation decision point

4
206.5 mi into trip | ~3h 52m in | TX 155

Turn left onto TX 155

Navigation decision point

5
230.6 mi into trip | ~4h 21m in | US 67; TX 8 / Broadway Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto US 67; TX 8 / Broadway Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
246.7 mi into trip | ~4h 43m in

Take the exit toward US 82: New Boston, De Kalb, Clarksville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 82: New Boston, De Kalb, Clarksville
4
247 mi into trip | ~4h 44m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$39.29 one way

$78.57 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 91 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $43.00 $86.00
premium $4.54 $46.42 $92.84
diesel $5.61 $57.40 $114.81

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$39

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$64–$89

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, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 78 0 $27.30 $12.48
Efficient EV 65 0 $22.75 $10.40
EV Truck/SUV 104 1 $36.40 $16.64

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 Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Lumberton, TX

Late night in Lumberton on Sunday

Local time

3:03 AM

CDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Garland, TX

Late night in Garland on Sunday

Local time

3:03 AM

CDT

Current temp

84°F

Mostly Sunny

S 10 to 15 mph 4% chance Live forecast

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 17 at 7:31AM CDT until April 17 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 7:25AM CDT until April 18 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

56°F

Carthage, TX

130 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

24 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 3m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Prepare for a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this route, which features a relatively low 19% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 117.7 miles on North Main Street, suggesting a significant portion of your journey will be on less direct, local roadways. While the total duration is just over 5 hours, the nature of the roads means you'll be navigating more turns and potentially dealing with varied traffic conditions compared to a pure interstate cruise. This drive is less about speed and more about engaging with the local road network.

Only 19% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 117.7 mi on North Main Street.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 146.9 miles in near US 59 Business / North Saint Mary Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 5h 3m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 146.9 miles (US 59 Business / North Saint Mary Street): Navigation decision point; at 206.5 miles (TX 155): Navigation decision point; at 230.6 miles (US 67; TX 8 / Broadway Avenue): Navigation decision point.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Lumberton, TX and Garland, TX, road signs point toward De Kalb and Clarksville.

De Kalb

246.7 mi in | ~4h 43m

Clarksville

246.7 mi in | ~4h 43m

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 5h 3m. Total distance: 260 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (19%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 117.7 miles on North Main Street. 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.

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 146.9 miles (US 59 Business / North Saint Mary Street): Navigation decision point; at 206.5 miles (TX 155): Navigation decision point; at 230.6 miles (US 67; TX 8 / Broadway Avenue): Navigation decision point.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Garland, TX before the return drive.

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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