How far is Copperas Cove, TX from Grand Prairie, TX?
The driving distance from Copperas Cove, TX to Grand Prairie, TX is about 169.1 miles (272.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 124 miles (199.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 45m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in McLennan County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Copperas Cove and Grand Prairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Copperas Cove and Grand Prairie.
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Start on West Avenue D
1.4 km · 2 min · West Avenue D
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Highway 190
2.4 mi · 4 min · East Highway 190
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Continue on Central Texas Expressway
8.8 mi · 10 min · Central Texas Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 3470: Stan Schlueter Loop
1897 ft · 46 sec
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Turn straight onto East Central Texas Expressway
2.5 mi · 2 min · East Central Texas Expressway
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Take the ramp slight left toward US 190 East
924 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left onto Central Texas Expressway
13.2 mi · 14 min · Central Texas Expressway
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
37.8 mi · 39 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Continue on South Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.6 mi · 8 min · South Jack Kultgen Expressway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
33 mi · 33 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35E: Dallas
47.3 mi · 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
1.5 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
9 mi · 10 min · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 1382
1757 ft · 46 sec
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Turn right onto South Belt Line Road
5 mi · 9 min · South Belt Line Road
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Turn slight right onto Southeast 9th Street
1484 ft · 50 sec · Southeast 9th Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1325 ft · 33 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right
23 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Copperas Cove and Grand Prairie.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 35E
Keep slight right to continue on I 35E: Dallas
47.3 mi · 00h 49m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Copperas Cove and Sunny near Grand Prairie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Copperas Cove to Grand Prairie?
The road trip is about 169.1 miles (272.1 km) and usually takes 02h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ross is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.4 miles from Copperas Cove and 84.6 miles from Grand Prairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 124 miles (199.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 45.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.56 one way or $45.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Copperas Cove and Sunny near Grand Prairie.
Stop Ideas Near Ross
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ross.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Copperas Cove and Grand Prairie. Straight-line distance: 123.99 mi (199.55 km).
#1 Copperas Cove
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 33,498 |
| Coordinates | 31.1240600, -97.9030800 |
| Altitude | 333 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Grand Prairie
The ninth most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 195,272 |
| Coordinates | 32.7459600, -96.9977800 |
| Altitude | 157 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-96.997772, 32.74596)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 272 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $22.56 | $45.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.38 | $50.77 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $27.41 | $54.82 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $23.84 | $47.68 |
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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