Origin
Wylie, TX
Late night in Wylie on Sunday
Local time
5:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wylie, TX to Grand Prairie, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
41 mi
66 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wylie, TX
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Grand Prairie, TX
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Trip Overview
This 41-mile drive from Wylie, TX to Grand Prairie, TX will take approximately 54 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on major highways, with about 80% of the journey involving interstate driving. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $6, a reasonable expense for a short excursion. The drive stays within the Great Plains region, so expect a consistent landscape throughout. This route is straightforward and efficient, ideal for a quick journey between these two Texas cities without needing an overnight stop.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 30 | 26.3 mi | 30m |
| President George Bush Turnpike | 6.2 mi | 6m |
| Sachse Road | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| North Ballard Avenue | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Merritt Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| North Belt Line Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Interstate 30 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Davis Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 30
— 26.3 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wylie, TX and Grand Prairie, TX.
1
Start on North Ballard Avenue
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
North Ballard Avenue
2
Continue on Sachse Road
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Sachse Road
3
Turn left onto Merritt Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Merritt Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward PGBT Toll East
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Merge onto PGBT
6.2 mi
·
6 min
·
President George Bush Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 30: Texarkana, Dallas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 30 West: Dallas
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 30; US 67
26 mi
·
30 min
·
I 30; US 67
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 34
Toward Belt Line Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto East Interstate 30
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Interstate 30
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
11
Turn left onto North Belt Line Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Belt Line Road
12
Continue on FM 1382
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
North Belt Line Road
13
Turn right onto Davis Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Davis Street
14
Turn slight right onto TX 180
15 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Main Street
15
Turn right
74 ft
·
5 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.5 miles from Wylie, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 3.9 and 39.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
3.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
Merritt Road
Turn left onto Merritt Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
5.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the ramp toward PGBT Toll East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Toward PGBT Toll East
8
12 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 30: Texarkana, Dallas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 30: Texarkana, Dallas
7
12.2 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 30 West: Dallas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 30 West: Dallas
7
39.3 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward Belt Line Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 34
Toward Belt Line Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.20 one way
$12.39 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $6.78 | $13.56 |
| premium | $4.54 | $7.32 | $14.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.05 | $18.10 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.49
President George Bush Turnpike
(6.2 mi)
$0.49
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$0
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.31 | $1.97 |
| Efficient EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.59 | $1.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.74 | $2.62 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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.
Destination
Grand Prairie, TX
Late night in Grand Prairie on Sunday
Local time
5:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Mesquite, TX
21 mi in
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
2 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
54m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this route. With 80% of the trip on major roads like I-30 and President George Bush Turnpike, the pace is generally quick. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 26.3 miles on I-30, offering a chance to settle into a steady cruising speed. While the profile is largely highway, you'll navigate segments on roads like Sachse Road, providing some variation. This drive prioritizes direct travel over scenic byways, so be prepared for efficient transit.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.3 mi on I 30.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 30 and President George Bush Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in near Merritt Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 41 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles (Merritt Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 12 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Wylie, TX and Grand Prairie, TX, road signs point toward Pgbt Toll East and Dallas.
Pgbt Toll East
5.5 mi in
|
~11m
Dallas
12 mi in
|
~18m
About the Cities
Arriving in Grand Prairie, TX
Full guide →Founded 1863
Grand Prairie is a city in the Prairies and Lakes region of Texas.
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 54m. Total distance: 41 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.3 miles on I 30. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.49 in tolls one way, starting with President George Bush Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Grand Prairie, 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 3.9 miles (Merritt Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 12 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Grand Prairie, TX before heading back.
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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