How far is DeSoto, TX from Carrollton, TX?
The driving distance from DeSoto, TX to Carrollton, TX is about 30.5 miles (49.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.2 miles (40.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 22m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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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
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City in Dallas County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between DeSoto and Carrollton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between DeSoto and Carrollton.
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Start on North Hampton Road
3.9 mi · 8 min · North Hampton Road
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Turn left onto Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
1925 ft · 45 sec · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
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Take the ramp slight left
2254 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
4.3 mi · 5 min · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Spur 408
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Patriot Parkway
3.9 mi · 4 min · Patriot Parkway
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Merge slight right onto South Walton Walker Boulevard
10.5 mi · 11 min · South Walton Walker Boulevard
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Merge slight right onto North Stemmons Freeway
3.7 mi · 4 min · North Stemmons Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Valwood Parkway, Crosby Road
78 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight onto North Stemmons Freeway
1.3 km · 2 min · North Stemmons Freeway
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Turn right onto Valwood Parkway
1.1 km · 2 min · Valwood Parkway
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Turn left onto Josey Lane
1.1 mi · 2 min · Josey Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Belt Line Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between DeSoto and Carrollton.
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.
South Walton Walker Boulevard
Merge slight right onto South Walton Walker Boulevard
10.5 mi · 00h 11m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving DeSoto and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Carrollton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from DeSoto to Carrollton?
The road trip is about 30.5 miles (49.1 km) and usually takes 00h 41m 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?
Cockrell Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.3 miles from DeSoto and 15.2 miles from Carrollton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.2 miles (40.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.3 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 7:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.08 one way or $8.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around DeSoto and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Carrollton.
Stop Ideas Near Cockrell Hill
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between DeSoto and Carrollton. Straight-line distance: 25.22 mi (40.58 km).
#1 DeSoto
A city in Dallas County, Texas.
| Population | 52,910 |
| Coordinates | 32.5898600, -96.8569500 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Carrollton
The fourth most populous city in Dallas County, Texas.
| Population | 139,892 |
| Coordinates | 32.9537300, -96.8902800 |
| Altitude | 161 |
| Country | United States |
End: Carrollton (-96.89028, 32.95373)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 49 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $4.08 | $8.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.59 | $9.18 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $4.96 | $9.92 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $4.31 | $8.62 |
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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