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Trip from Timberwood Park, 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

7h 45m

Distance

426.9 mi

687 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$65

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
7h 37m ★
6 AM
7h 46m
8 AM
8h 5m
10 AM
7h 52m
12 PM
7h 51m
3 PM
7h 53m
5 PM
8h 4m
8 PM
7h 40m

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

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census designated place in Bexar County, Texas, United States

Timberwood Park, TX

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Trip Overview

If you are planning to travel from Timberwood Park to Garland, prepare for a 433.9-mile journey that typically takes about 6 hours and 52 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight interstate shot, you should budget roughly $66 for fuel. The entire trip remains within the Great Plains region of Texas, making it a straightforward, albeit lengthy, one-day commitment. You will navigate primarily via Nyack Pass, Shawanee Pass, and East Borgfeld Drive. While it is certainly feasible to complete this in a single day, be prepared for a focused stint behind the wheel given the nature of the local roads.

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

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

213.4 miles from Timberwood Park, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 53m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Purple Heart Trail 188.3 mi 3h 18m
East R L Thornton Freeway 132.6 mi 2h 17m
I 35E 56.2 mi 58m
US Highway 259 North 16.5 mi 24m
Anderson Loop 8.3 mi 9m
South Jack Kultgen Expressway 6.6 mi 7m
US 281 HOV Lane 2.9 mi 3m
US 281 2.9 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Purple Heart Trail — 188.3 mi, about 3h 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Ottawa Way

0.5 mi · 1 min · Ottawa Way
2

At end of road, turn left onto Nyack Pass

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Nyack Pass
3

Turn right onto Shawanee Pass

0.2 mi · 59 sec · Shawanee Pass
4

Continue on Shawanee Pass

370 ft · 19 sec · Shawanee Pass
5

Turn right onto East Borgfeld Drive

1.4 mi · 2 min · East Borgfeld Drive
6

Turn right onto US Highway 281 North

0.8 mi · 1 min · US Highway 281 North
7

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 19 sec
8

Merge onto US 281

1.5 mi · 1 min · US 281
9

Keep slight left at fork onto US 281 HOV Lane

2.9 mi · 3 min · US 281 HOV Lane
10

Merge onto US 281

1.3 mi · 1 min · US 281
11

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 46 sec
Toward Loop 1604 Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward Loop 1604 East Use the slight left lane.
13

Merge onto Loop 1604

8.3 mi · 9 min · Anderson Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Toward I 35: San Antonio, Austin Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 14 sec
Toward I 35 North, I 35 South: Austin, San Antonio
16

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward I 35 North: Austin Use the slight left lane.
17

Merge onto I 35

1.6 mi · 1 min · North Pan Am Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Continue on I 35

12 mi · 12 min · Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Continue on I 35

1.9 mi · 2 min · Interstate Highway 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Continue on I 35

48 mi · 52 min · Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Keep slight right at fork onto I 35; US 290

96 mi · 1 hr 40 min · Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Continue on I 35

6.6 mi · 7 min · South Jack Kultgen Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Continue on I 35; US 77

33 mi · 33 min · Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E

56 mi · 58 min · I 35E
Toward I 35E: Dallas Use the slight right lane.
25

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 41 sec
Exit 427A Toward I 30 East: Texarkana, Riverfront Boulevard, Griffin Street Use the slight right lane.
26

Keep slight left at fork

422 ft · 5 sec
Toward I 35E North, I 30 West: Denton, Fort Worth, Texarkana
27

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 32 sec
Toward I 30 East: Texarkana, Convention Center
28

Keep slight left at fork

385 ft · 6 sec
Toward I 30 East: Texarkana
29

Continue on I 30; US 67

7.5 mi · 9 min · East R L Thornton Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30

Keep slight left at fork onto I 30; US 67

125 mi · 2 hr 8 min · East R L Thornton Freeway
Toward I 30 East: Texarkana Use the straight / right lanes.
31

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 46 sec
Toward US 259: De Kalb, Daingerfield
32

Turn left onto US 259

17 mi · 24 min · US Highway 259 North
33

Turn left onto FM 1701

2.1 mi · 4 min · FM 1701
34

Arrive at destination

FM 1701

Trip Plan

For a drive of this length, setting out early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid fatigue on the winding, turn-heavy sections. Plan for at least one solid stop to break up the 433.9-mile stretch and allow yourself to reset. Since you aren't relying on major interstates, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge; with a $66 estimated cost, filling up before you hit the more rural segments of the passes is a smart move. Because the route is quite technical, ensure your vehicle's tire pressure and fluids are checked before departure. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so don't hesitate to pull over for a quick rest if the local road navigation becomes tiring.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 213.4 miles from Timberwood Park, TX, or about 3h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 188.3 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 94 miles or 1h 48m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 213.4 miles or 3h 53m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 33m

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 Timberwood Park, 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.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Timberwood Park, TX

This is one driving day of about 426.9 miles and 7h 45m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 94 miles from Timberwood Park, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Purple Heart Trail for about 188.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

suburban city in Tarrant County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Arlington, TX

213 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

Wells Branch, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 94 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cleburne, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 213.4 miles from Timberwood Park, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Purple Heart Trail if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 188.3 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.

Animal World & Snake Farm Zoo

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 30.5

New Braunfels, Texas

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+18304024603

Visit website

Doris D Miller Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 182.9

Waco, Texas

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Pioneer Farms

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 91.5

Austin, Texas

Hours: 10 am–2 pm

+15128371215

Visit website

City Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 274.4

Dallas, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+19724823055

Visit website

Cultural Activities Center

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 152.5

Temple, Texas

Hours: 8:30 am–4 pm

+12547739926

Visit website

The Sophienburg Museum & Archives

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 30.5

New Braunfels, Texas

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18306291572

Visit website

Tube Chute

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 30.5

New Braunfels, Texas

+18302214000

Visit website

Toybrary Austin

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 91.5

Austin, Texas

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+15124343927

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 24

5 decision points cluster between mile 9.4 and 274.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
9.4 mi into trip | ~14m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Loop 1604 East

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward Loop 1604 East
7
18.5 mi into trip | ~25m in

Take the exit toward I 35: San Antonio, Austin

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 35: San Antonio, Austin
7
19 mi into trip | ~26m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 35 North: Austin

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 35 North: Austin
7
218.3 mi into trip | ~3h 58m in | I 35E

Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E toward I 35E: Dallas

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 35E: Dallas
8
274.4 mi into trip | ~4h 56m in

Take the exit toward I 30 East: Texarkana, Riverfront Boulevard, Griffin Street

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 427A Toward I 30 East: Texarkana, Riverfront Bouleva...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$64.51 one way

$129.01 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 149 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $70.61 $141.21
premium $4.54 $76.22 $152.44
diesel $5.61 $94.25 $188.51

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$65

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$90–$115

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 149.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $45 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 128.1 1 $44.82 $20.49
Efficient EV 106.7 1 $37.35 $17.08
EV Truck/SUV 170.8 2 $59.77 $27.32

Gas CO2

149 kg

EV CO2

50 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

Timberwood Park, TX

Late night in Timberwood Park on Sunday

Local time

3:10 AM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Garland, TX

Late night in Garland on Sunday

Local time

3:10 AM

CDT

Current temp

57°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

17 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

7h 45m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a very different experience than the typical highway cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will be navigating a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention, moving away from the monotony of high-speed interstates. The personality of this route is defined by consistent maneuvering through local passes rather than long, uninterrupted stretches of pavement. Because the drive is technical and lacks significant highway segments, the pace feels deliberate and connected to the local landscape. Stay alert for frequent turns, as the road requires constant engagement throughout the nearly 7-hour duration.

52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 188.3 mi on Purple Heart Trail.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.4 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 24 significant decision points across 426.9 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 9.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

Between Timberwood Park, TX and Garland, TX, road signs point toward Fort Worth, Texarkana and Convention Center.

Fort Worth

274.8 mi in | ~4h 57m

Texarkana

274.8 mi in | ~4h 57m

Convention Center

274.9 mi in | ~4h 57m

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 7h 45m. Total distance: 426.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 45m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 188.3 miles on Purple Heart Trail. 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 Garland, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 9.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.8 hours each way, a round trip means 15.5 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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