Traveling from Stephenville to Irving covers 103.5 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 41 minutes. This straightforward trip across the Great Plains fits perfectly into a single day, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $16 on fuel for the journey, making it a relatively affordable excursion. By utilizing East Washington Street, Morgan Mill Road, and I-20, you move efficiently between these two Texas hubs. It is a practical route for those looking to reach the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex without a complicated itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52 miles from Stephenville, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 58m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 20
33.8 mi
36m
Morgan Mill Road
27.3 mi
30m
Jim Wright Freeway
12.6 mi
14m
I 820 TEXpress
6.9 mi
6m
West Freeway
5.6 mi
5m
Airport Freeway
5 mi
5m
SH 121/183 TEXpress
4.4 mi
4m
West Irving Boulevard
2.7 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 33.8 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stephenville, TX and Irving, TX.
1
Start on TX 108
35 ft·8 sec·North Graham Street
2
Turn left onto US 377 Bus
0.8 mi·1 min·East Washington Street
3
Turn left onto US 281
27 mi·30 min·Morgan Mill Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Take the exit
313 ft·9 sec
5
Turn straight onto I-20 Service Road
0.2 mi·30 sec·I-20 Service Road
6
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward I 20 East: Fort Worth
7
Merge onto I 20
34 mi·36 min·I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30
5.6 mi·5 min·West Freeway
Exit 421Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort WorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 5BToward I 820 NorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 820
13 mi·14 min·Jim Wright Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 820
0.3 mi·18 sec·Northeast Loop
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 820 TEXpress
6.9 mi·6 min·I 820 TEXpress
Toward I 820 Express East: DFW Airport Dallas EntranceUse the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress
4.4 mi·4 min·SH 121/183 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on TX 183 TEXpress
2.5 mi·2 min·SH 183 TEXpress
Toward TX 183 Express EastUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
262 ft·6 sec
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto TX 183
5.0 mi·5 min·Airport Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road SouthUse the right lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward TX 356: Irving BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on TX 356
2.7 mi·4 min·West Irving Boulevard
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on TX 356
0.4 mi·52 sec·West 2nd Street
21
Turn left onto South Ohio Street
436 ft·19 sec·South Ohio Street
22
Arrive at destination
North Ohio Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable 1-hour and 41-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to hit the road outside of peak traffic hours to ensure the most consistent travel experience, especially as you approach the busier Irving area. Given that there are no scheduled stops required for this 103.5-mile trip, you can easily complete the drive in one go if you fuel up before leaving Stephenville. Keep an eye on your navigation closely during the initial leg on East Washington Street and Morgan Mill Road, as the turn-heavy nature of the start requires more focus than the highway portion.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 52 miles from Stephenville, TX, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.8 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 23 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52 miles or 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 35m
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 Stephenville, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Stephenville, TX
This is one driving day of about 104.1 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Stephenville, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 20 for about 33.8 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 62.3 and 100.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
62.3 mi into trip|~1h 8m in|I 30 / West Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30 / West Freeway toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 421
Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
7
67.9 mi into trip|~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward I 820 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5B
Toward I 820 North
7
81.6 mi into trip|~1h 31m in|I 820 TEXpress
Keep slight left at fork onto I 820 TEXpress toward I 820 Express East: DFW Airport Dallas Entrance
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 820 Express East: DFW Airport Dallas E...
7
100.4 mi into trip|~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road...
7
100.6 mi into trip|~1h 51m in
Keep slight left at fork toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.73 one way
$31.46 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$17.22
$34.43
premium
$4.54
$18.59
$37.17
diesel
$5.61
$22.98
$45.97
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.2
0
$10.93
$5.00
Efficient EV
26
0
$9.11
$4.16
EV Truck/SUV
41.6
0
$14.57
$6.66
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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 15, 2026
Origin
Stephenville, TX
Night
in Stephenville on Saturday
Local time
11:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Irving, TX
Night
in Irving on Saturday
Local time
11:18 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
10 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
1h 57m 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 journey is defined by a turn-heavy local feel that shifts as you transition onto the interstate. While you start on regional roads, the route eventually incorporates I-20 to bridge the distance. Because this is a mix of local streets and highways, you will experience varied driving conditions rather than a monotonous interstate grind. Expect to navigate several turns early on before settling into the flow of traffic on the highway portions. The lack of a single, exceptionally long uninterrupted stretch means you will need to stay alert as the road environment changes.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.8 mi on I 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and Morgan Mill Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 62.3 miles in near I 30 / West Freeway.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 104.1 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 62.3 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 81.6 miles (I 820 TEXpress): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Stephenville is a city in the Cross Timbers region of Texas. Acclaimed "Cowboy Capital of the World" (okay, maybe there's more than one), it's the home to Tarleton State University, part of the Texas A&M system, and even has an equine therapy program.
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 1h 57m. Total distance: 104.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.8 miles on I 20. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 62.3 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 81.6 miles (I 820 TEXpress): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Irving, TX before heading back.
