Traveling from Whitehouse to Garland covers 113.1 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 7 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $17 for fuel to complete the journey. Since both locations are situated within the Great Plains region of Texas, the geography remains consistent throughout your drive. Expect a straightforward transition between these two points, making it an efficient choice for those looking to reach the Garland area quickly.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
56.7 miles from Whitehouse, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 7m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 271
29.8 mi
34m
I 30
17.1 mi
17m
US Highway 259 North
16.5 mi
24m
North Tyler Street
16.3 mi
18m
State Highway 155 North
11.5 mi
12m
US Highway 271
4.8 mi
5m
State Highway 110 South
4.3 mi
6m
East Southeast Loop 323
3.1 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
US 271
— 29.8 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Whitehouse, TX and Garland, TX.
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Start on FM 346
207 ft·7 sec·East Main Street
2
Turn right onto TX 110
4.3 mi·6 min·State Highway 110 South
3
Continue on Troup Highway
2.2 mi·2 min·Troup Highway
4
Turn right onto Loop 323
3.1 mi·3 min·East Southeast Loop 323
5
Continue on Loop 323
2.4 mi·2 min·North Northeast Loop 323
6
Turn left onto Loop 323
0.5 mi·59 sec·East Northeast Loop 323
7
Turn right onto US 271; TX 155
4.8 mi·5 min·US Highway 271
8
Turn left onto TX 155
4.9 mi·5 min·State Highway 155 North
9
Continue on TX 155
1.1 mi·1 min·South Main Street
10
Continue on TX 155
6.7 mi·7 min·State Highway 155 North
11
At end of road, turn right onto US 80; TX 155
0.9 mi·1 min·West Broadway Street
12
Turn left onto TX 155
16 mi·18 min·North Tyler Street
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on US 271
30 mi·34 min·US 271
14
Turn right onto Burton Road
0.2 mi·20 sec·Burton Road
15
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·30 sec
16
Merge onto I 30
17 mi·17 min·I 30
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·46 sec
Toward US 259: De Kalb, Daingerfield
18
Turn left onto US 259
17 mi·24 min·US Highway 259 North
19
Turn left onto FM 1701
2.1 mi·4 min·FM 1701
20
Arrive at destination
FM 1701
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 7-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal schedule. While the route does not require any mandatory stops, you may want to factor in brief breaks to manage the frequent turns and local traffic patterns. Keep your fuel gauge in mind, as the $17 estimated cost provides a good baseline for your travel budget. Since you are navigating local roads rather than major interstates, ensure your GPS is updated to handle the specific turn-heavy segments along Highway 110 and Loop 323. Being prepared for these frequent changes will help you maintain a steady, stress-free pace as you head toward Garland.
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 56.7 miles from Whitehouse, TX, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.8 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 25 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.7 miles or 1h 7m 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 47m
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 Whitehouse, 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 Whitehouse, TX
This is one driving day of about 113.5 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Whitehouse, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 271 for about 29.8 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 94.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|TX 110 / State Highway 110 South
Turn right onto TX 110 / State Highway 110 South
Navigation decision point
4
12.6 mi into trip|~16m in|US 271; TX 155 / US Highway 271
Turn right onto US 271; TX 155 / US Highway 271
Navigation decision point
4
30 mi into trip|~37m in|US 80; TX 155 / West Broadway Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 80; TX 155 / West Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
5
30.9 mi into trip|~38m in|TX 155 / North Tyler Street
Turn left onto TX 155 / North Tyler Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
94.5 mi into trip|~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward US 259: De Kalb, Daingerfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 259: De Kalb, Daingerfield
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.15 one way
$34.30 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg40 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$18.77
$37.54
premium
$4.54
$20.26
$40.53
diesel
$5.61
$25.06
$50.12
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34.1
0
$11.92
$5.45
Efficient EV
28.4
0
$9.93
$4.54
EV Truck/SUV
45.4
0
$15.89
$7.26
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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 14, 2026
Origin
Whitehouse, TX
Late night
in Whitehouse on Tuesday
Local time
3:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Garland, TX
Late night
in Garland on Tuesday
Local time
3:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 10 to 15 mph8% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 14 at 6:30AM CDT until April 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 14 at 6:28AM CDT until April 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo 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
1 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
2h 19m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 trip functions as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will spend your time navigating a mix of roads, including Highway 110 South, Troup Highway, and East Southeast Loop 323. Because the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for a more involved driving experience compared to a standard freeway commute. There is no significant uninterrupted stretch to lean back on, as the route is defined by its local road configuration. Staying alert is key, as the winding nature of these roads requires your full attention behind the wheel.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.8 mi on US 271.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 271 and I 30. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near TX 110 / State Highway 110 South.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 19m 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: near the start (TX 110 / State Highway 110 South): Navigation decision point; at 12.6 miles (US 271; TX 155 / US Highway 271): Navigation decision point; at 30 miles (US 80; TX 155 / West Broadway Street): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
527 ft277 ft
Total Climb
332 ft
Total Descent
423 ft
Highest Point
527 ft
~8.1 mi in
Elevation Range
250 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Whitehouse, TX to Garland, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Daingerfield along the way.
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 29.8 miles on US 271. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (TX 110 / State Highway 110 South): Navigation decision point; at 12.6 miles (US 271; TX 155 / US Highway 271): Navigation decision point; at 30 miles (US 80; TX 155 / West Broadway Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Garland, TX before heading back.
