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Trip from Wichita Falls, 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

4h 28m

Distance

235.6 mi

379 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$36

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 16m ★
6 AM
4h 29m
8 AM
4h 56m
10 AM
4h 38m
12 PM
4h 36m
3 PM
4h 40m
5 PM
4h 54m
8 PM
4h 21m

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

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Wichita Falls, TX

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Trip Overview

Planning a trip from Wichita Falls, TX to Garland, TX? This 235.6-mile journey is easily manageable as a single-day adventure, taking approximately 4 hours and 28 minutes to complete. You'll primarily be on US 82 East, with a significant portion of the drive, 93% to be exact, on well-maintained highways. Expect a fuel cost of around $36 for this route. The drive offers a straightforward, highway-focused experience as you traverse the Great Plains region of Texas. With only one recommended stop, this route is designed for efficient travel, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B.

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

117.8 miles from Wichita Falls, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 11m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 82 159.1 mi 2h 56m
US Highway 82 East 43.2 mi 49m
Central East Freeway 16.1 mi 16m
Lamar Road 3.2 mi 3m
Captain Henry Stout Bypass 3.2 mi 4m
Lamar Avenue 2 mi 3m
West Front Street 2 mi 2m
West Main Street 1.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: US 82 — 159.1 mi, about 2h 56m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on US 287 Bus

0.7 mi · 1 min · Scott Avenue
2

Continue on US 287 Bus

0.2 mi · 29 sec · East Scott Avenue
3

Turn slight right onto Loop 473

1.0 mi · 1 min · Old Jacksboro Highway
4

Turn left onto Central East Freeway

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Central East Freeway
5

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 19 sec
6

Merge onto US 82; US 287

1.5 mi · 1 min · Central East Freeway
7

Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287

14 mi · 14 min · Central East Freeway
8

Take the exit onto US 82

159 mi · 2 hr 56 min · US 82
Toward US 82 East: Henrietta, Gainesville Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Turn right onto US 82 Business

269 ft · 9 sec · 7th Street Southwest
10

Turn left onto US 82 Business

0.4 mi · 38 sec · Grand Avenue
11

Continue on US 82 Business; US 271 Business

0.8 mi · 1 min · Clarksville Street
12

Turn left onto US 82 Business; US 271 Business

0.1 mi · 16 sec · 12th Street Southeast
13

Turn right onto US 82 Business

2.0 mi · 3 min · Lamar Avenue
14

Continue on US 82

3.2 mi · 3 min · Lamar Road
15

Continue on US 82

2.9 mi · 3 min · US Highway 82 East
16

Continue on US 82

2.0 mi · 2 min · West Front Street
17

Continue on US 82

17 mi · 18 min · US Highway 82 East
18

Continue on US 82

1.6 mi · 1 min · West Main Street
19

Turn left onto US 82; TX 37

3.2 mi · 4 min · Captain Henry Stout Bypass
20

Continue on US 82

24 mi · 27 min · US Highway 82 East
21

Turn right onto County Road 3215

0.1 mi · 33 sec · County Road 3215
22

Turn right onto FM 1701

1.5 mi · 3 min · FM 1701
23

Arrive at destination

FM 1701

Trip Plan

For this 235.6-mile drive, starting your day in Wichita Falls, TX, after the morning rush should allow for a comfortable arrival in Garland, TX, by late afternoon. With a duration of around 4 hours and 28 minutes, you can easily complete this trip in one day. The longest stretch without a significant break is 159.1 miles on US 82, so plan for a fuel and rest stop around the halfway point. Given the $36 fuel estimate, ensure your tank is full before departing Wichita Falls. This efficient, highway-focused route means you won't need to worry about complex navigation, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge during that long stretch on US 82 is a good idea.

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 117.8 miles from Wichita Falls, TX, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 159.1 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 52 miles or 58m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 117.8 miles or 2h 11m 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 37m

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 Wichita Falls, 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 Wichita Falls, TX

This is one driving day of about 235.6 miles and 4h 28m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Wichita Falls, 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 US 82 for about 159.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Grayson County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Denison, TX

118 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

Henrietta, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Denison, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 117.8 miles from Wichita Falls, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 82 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 159.1 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.

Maniac’s Mansion (TAG’s)

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Wichita Falls, Texas

Hours: 5–9 pm

+19402575543

Visit website

Museum of North Texas History

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Wichita Falls, Texas

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+19403227628

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 3.8 and 178.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
3.8 mi into trip | ~6m in | US 82; US 287 / Central East Freeway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287 / Central East Freeway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

7
18.2 mi into trip | ~20m in | US 82

Take the exit onto US 82 toward US 82 East: Henrietta, Gainesville

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

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward US 82 East: Henrietta, Gainesville
4
177.3 mi into trip | ~3h 17m in | US 82 Business / 7th Street Southwest

Turn right onto US 82 Business / 7th Street Southwest

Navigation decision point

4
177.3 mi into trip | ~3h 17m in | US 82 Business / Grand Avenue

Turn left onto US 82 Business / Grand Avenue

Navigation decision point

4
178.5 mi into trip | ~3h 19m in | US 82 Business; US 271 Business / 12th Street Southeast

Turn left onto US 82 Business; US 271 Business / 12th Street Southeast

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$35.60 one way

$71.20 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 82 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $38.97 $77.93
premium $4.54 $42.06 $84.13
diesel $5.61 $52.02 $104.04

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$36

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$61–$86

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 82.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 70.7 0 $24.74 $11.31
Efficient EV 58.9 0 $20.62 $9.42
EV Truck/SUV 94.2 1 $32.98 $15.08

Gas CO2

82 kg

EV CO2

28 kg (66% 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

Wichita Falls, TX

Night in Wichita Falls on Saturday

Local time

11:44 PM

CDT

Current temp

85°F

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

S 13 to 22 mph 15% 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

Destination

Garland, TX

Night in Garland on Saturday

Local time

11:44 PM

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

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

4h 28m 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?

This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 93% of the 235.6 miles spent on major roads like US 82 and the Central East Freeway. You'll encounter a long, uninterrupted stretch of 159.1 miles on US 82, offering a consistent driving experience. While largely highway, the emphasis is on efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways. The character of the road remains largely consistent throughout the 4-hour and 28-minute duration, making it a predictable and direct path. Expect a smooth ride primarily on US Highway 82 East as you make your way towards Garland.

93% 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: 159.1 mi on US 82.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 82 and US Highway 82 East. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.8 miles in near US 82; US 287 / Central East Freeway.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 4h 28m 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 3.8 miles (US 82; US 287 / Central East Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 18.2 miles (US 82): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 177.3 miles (US 82 Business / 7th Street Southwest): Navigation decision point.

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 Wichita Falls, TX to Garland, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Gainesville along the way.

Gainesville

18.2 mi in | ~20m | via US 82

About the Cities

Starting in Wichita Falls, TX

Full guide →

Wichita Falls is a town in the North Central Plains of Texas, named for Wichita Indians who lived near waterfalls on what is now the Wichita River. In 1882, Fort Worth and Denver Railroad brought the first train to the area, establishing the town as an agricultural and trade center. The oil boom in the early 1900s made city headquarters for north Texas petroleum production, service and manufacturing. The city is the seat for Wichita County and a leading gateway to Texas on I-44. It's a major trade and industrial center with economy based on Sheppard Air Force Base, oil processing and other varied manufacturing.

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 4h 28m. Total distance: 235.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 159.1 miles on US 82. 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.

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: at 3.8 miles (US 82; US 287 / Central East Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 18.2 miles (US 82): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 177.3 miles (US 82 Business / 7th Street Southwest): Navigation decision point.

Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Garland, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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