Connecting Texarkana to Irving, this 190.8-mile journey across the Texas Great Plains is a straightforward drive that typically takes about 3 hours and 25 minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $29 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable transit option between these two Texas hubs. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, ensuring a consistent pace as you move through the region. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick getaway, this itinerary offers a reliable, no-nonsense path across the state.
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
95.4 miles from Texarkana, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 42m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 30
180.2 mi
3h 6m
North Walton Walker Boulevard
2.3 mi
2m
New Boston Road
2.1 mi
3m
East Irving Boulevard
1.2 mi
2m
West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
0.8 mi
1m
Summerhill Road
0.8 mi
1m
East State Highway 356
0.4 mi
<1m
South Loop 12
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 30
— 180.2 mi, about 3h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Texarkana, TX and Irving, TX.
1
Start on US 67; US 82
298 ft·10 sec·West 7th Street
2
Turn left onto Main Street
384 ft·15 sec·Main Street
3
Turn left onto US 67; US 82
0.8 mi·1 min·West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
4
Turn right onto TX 93
0.8 mi·1 min·Summerhill Road
5
Turn left onto US 82
2.1 mi·3 min·New Boston Road
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto Sowell Lane
474 ft·9 sec·Sowell Lane
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·16 sec
8
Merge onto I 369; US 59
0.2 mi·15 sec·Jarvis Parkway
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·46 sec
Toward I 30 West: Dallas
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·51 sec
11
Merge onto I 30
180 mi·3 hr 6 min·I 30
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 38Toward LOOP 12Use the right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·14 sec
Toward Loop 12 NorthUse the slight right lane.
14
Turn straight onto North Walton Walker Service Road West
0.2 mi·21 sec·North Walton Walker Service Road West
15
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward Loop 12 North
16
Merge onto Loop 12
2.3 mi·2 min·North Walton Walker Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
492 ft·12 sec
Toward TX 356: Irving BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
18
Turn straight onto South Loop 12
0.3 mi·32 sec·South Loop 12
19
Turn left onto TX 356
0.4 mi·59 sec·East State Highway 356
Use the left / straight lanes.
20
Continue on TX 356
1.2 mi·2 min·East Irving Boulevard
21
Continue on West Irving Boulevard
0.1 mi·26 sec·West Irving Boulevard
22
Turn right onto North Ohio Street
58 ft·2 sec·North Ohio Street
23
Arrive at destination
North Ohio Street
Trip Plan
Since the drive is manageable in a single stretch, you can easily complete it in one day with just a single planned stop to refuel or stretch your legs. Aim to depart outside of peak traffic hours to ensure your time behind the wheel stays close to the 3-hour and 25-minute estimate. Keep in mind that the longest leg of your trip is the 180.2 miles spent on I-30, so check local traffic reports before you pull onto the highway. By planning your one stop near the midpoint of the interstate stretch, you can maintain your momentum while keeping fatigue at bay. This flexibility makes it an ideal route for those who prefer to reach their destination without multiple lengthy interruptions.
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 95.4 miles from Texarkana, TX, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 180.2 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 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.4 miles or 1h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 45m
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 Texarkana, 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 Texarkana, TX
This is one driving day of about 190.8 miles and 3h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Texarkana, 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 I 30 for about 180.2 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 0.1 and 188.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
1.7 mi into trip|~3m in|US 82 / New Boston Road
Turn left onto US 82 / New Boston Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
185.2 mi into trip|~3h 15m 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
185.8 mi into trip|~3h 17m 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
6
188.6 mi into trip|~3h 20m in
Take the exit toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.83 one way
$57.66 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg67 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$31.56
$63.11
premium
$4.54
$34.07
$68.13
diesel
$5.61
$42.13
$84.25
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: 66.8 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
57.2
0
$20.03
$9.16
Efficient EV
47.7
0
$16.70
$7.63
EV Truck/SUV
76.3
0
$26.71
$12.21
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 15, 2026
Origin
Texarkana, TX
Night
in Texarkana on Saturday
Local time
11:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Irving, TX
Night
in Irving on Saturday
Local time
11:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Greenville, TX
95 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
5 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
3h 25m 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?
Expect a classic highway-focused experience, as 95% of your travel time will be spent on high-speed roads. The vast majority of your journey—a 180.2-mile stretch—takes place on I-30, providing a consistent, uninterrupted flow of traffic. Outside of the interstate, you will transition onto New Boston Road and North Walton Walker Boulevard to complete your arrival in Irving. While the drive is efficient, it lacks the technical curves of backroad travel, favoring steady, predictable miles instead. You will find that the road remains steady and fast-paced from start to finish, allowing you to settle into a rhythm quickly.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 180.2 mi on I 30.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 30 and North Walton Walker Boulevard. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Main Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 190.8 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 0.1 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (US 82 / New Boston Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 185.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 25m. Total distance: 190.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 180.2 miles on I 30. 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 0.1 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (US 82 / New Boston Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 185.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Irving, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
