How far is Bedford, TX from Irving, TX?
Fastest route
Here are the directions from Bedford, Texas to Irving, Texas:
- Total duration: 18 minutes
- Total distance: 12.7 miles
- Route: via TX-183 E and TX-356
Directions
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Get on TX-183 E:
- Duration: 4 minutes
- Distance: 1.8 miles
- Start from Forest Ridge Dr, heading southeast toward Forest Park Cir.
- Turn left onto Airport Fwy.
- Use the left lane to take the ramp onto TX-183 E.
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Follow TX-183 E to TX-356 in Irving. Take the TX-356 E exit from TX-183 E:
- Duration: 7 minutes
- Distance: 7.6 miles
- Merge onto TX-183 E.
- Continue on TX-183 E until you reach the TX-356 E exit toward Irving Blvd.
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Follow TX-356 to W Irving Blvd:
- Duration: 8 minutes
- Distance: 3.3 miles
- Continue onto TX-356.
- Turn left onto S Hastings St.
- Turn left after Burger King (on the left).
- Arrive at Irving, Texas.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to follow the directions and stay on the specified routes.
- ⚠️ Keep an eye on traffic conditions, as they can affect travel time.
- 🗺️ Consider using a navigation app or GPS device to help you navigate the route.
- 🛣️ TX-183 E and TX-356 are the main roads you'll be using for this journey.
- 📱 Ensure your mobile phone is charged in case you need to make calls or use navigation during the trip.
- 🚧 Be aware of any road closures or construction that may impact the suggested route.
- 📍 When you reach your destination, use landmarks and signage to help navigate to W Irving Blvd.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 19m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Tarrant County, Texas.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bedford and Irving.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bedford and Irving.
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Start on Forest Ridge Drive
2898 ft · 2 min · Forest Ridge Drive
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Turn left onto Airport Freeway
1.5 km · 2 min · Airport Freeway
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Take the ramp slight left toward TX 183 East
1409 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto Airport Freeway
7.1 mi · 8 min · Airport Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road South
992 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on TX 356: Irving Boulevard
1843 ft · 45 sec
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Continue on West Irving Boulevard
2.7 mi · 5 min · West Irving Boulevard
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Continue on West 2nd Street
1877 ft · 53 sec · West 2nd Street
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Turn left onto South Ohio Street
133 m · 19 sec · South Ohio Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Ohio Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bedford and Irving.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Airport Freeway
Merge slight left onto Airport Freeway
7.11 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bedford and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Irving.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bedford to Irving?
The road trip is about 13.2 miles (21.2 km) and usually takes 00h 19m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Euless is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.3 miles from Bedford and 6.9 miles from Irving.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.4 miles (18.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.74 one way or $3.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Bedford and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Irving.
Stop Ideas Near Euless
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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City of Irving, City Hall
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bedford and Irving. Straight-line distance: 11.46 mi (18.45 km).
#1 Bedford
The most populous city in Tarrant County, Texas.
| Population | 48,352 |
| Coordinates | 32.8440200, -97.1430700 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Irving
The third most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 240,916 |
| Coordinates | 32.8140200, -96.9488900 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Irving Boulevard (-96.948894, 32.813864)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 21 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $1.74 | $3.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.96 | $3.91 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $2.11 | $4.22 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $1.84 | $3.67 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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