How far is Forney, TX from Garland, TX?
The driving distance from Forney, TX to Garland, TX is about 141.4 miles (227.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 117 miles (188.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 47m 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 23m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Texas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Forney and Garland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forney and Garland.
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Start on West Main Street
16 m · 10 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto South Bois d'Arc Street
640 ft · 26 sec · South Bois d'Arc Street
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Turn left onto West Broad Street
1248 ft · 38 sec · West Broad Street
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Turn right onto Pinson Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Pinson Road
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Turn left onto FM 740
5.1 mi · 8 min · FM 740
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Continue on Bois D'Arc
1.5 km · 2 min · Bois D'Arc
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Turn right onto Laurence Drive
2397 ft · 50 sec · Laurence Drive
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Turn left onto Laurence Drive
1.3 mi · 3 min · Laurence Drive
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Continue on Ridge Road
2.7 mi · 5 min · Ridge Road
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Turn right onto East Interstate 30
3011 ft · 60 sec · East Interstate 30
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Take the ramp straight toward I 30 East
856 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left onto Congressman Ralph Hall Highway
110.1 mi · 1 hr 51 min · Congressman Ralph Hall Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 259: De Kalb, Daingerfield
1780 ft · 46 sec
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Turn left onto US Highway 259 North
16.5 mi · 25 min · US Highway 259 North
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Turn left
2.1 mi · 5 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Forney and Garland.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Congressman Ralph Hall Highway
Merge slight left onto Congressman Ralph Hall Highway
110 mi · 01h 51m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Forney and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Garland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Forney to Garland?
The road trip is about 141.4 miles (227.6 km) and usually takes 02h 23m 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?
Sulphur Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.8 miles from Forney and 70.6 miles from Garland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 117 miles (188.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.4 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 1:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.86 one way or $37.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Forney and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Garland.
Stop Ideas Near Sulphur Springs
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Forney and Garland. Straight-line distance: 117.02 mi (188.33 km).
#1 Forney
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 29,246 |
| Coordinates | 32.7481800, -96.4719300 |
| Altitude | 144 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Garland
The fourth most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 238,139 |
| Coordinates | 33.5165000, -94.6693800 |
| Altitude | 117 |
| Country | United States |
End: FM 1701 (-94.669398, 33.516846)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 228 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 45m |
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 | $18.86 | $37.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.22 | $42.43 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $22.91 | $45.82 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $19.93 | $39.85 |
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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