How far is Garland, TX from Gun Barrel City, TX?
The driving distance from Garland, TX to Gun Barrel City, TX is about 142.5 miles (229.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 118.6 miles (190.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 08m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Garland and Gun Barrel City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garland and Gun Barrel City.
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Start on the route
2.1 mi · 5 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto US Highway 259 South
16.3 mi · 24 min · US Highway 259 South
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Take the ramp right
2301 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
55.1 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 11, TX 19: Hillcrest Drive
965 ft · 24 sec
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Turn straight onto Industrial Drive West
2525 ft · 52 sec · Industrial Drive West
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Turn right
967 ft · 37 sec
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Turn straight onto Hillcrest Drive South
40.3 mi · 1 hr · Hillcrest Drive South
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Continue on North Trade Days Boulevard
2.6 mi · 4 min · North Trade Days Boulevard
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Turn right onto East Veterans Memorial Parkway
2011 ft · 36 sec · East Veterans Memorial Parkway
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Turn slight left onto South Buffalo Street
21.6 mi · 32 min · South Buffalo Street
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Continue on North Gun Barrel Lane
1455 ft · 28 sec · North Gun Barrel Lane
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Turn right onto West Main Street
2.3 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto Meadow Lake Drive
1318 ft · 36 sec · Meadow Lake Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Meadow Lake Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Garland and Gun Barrel City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US Highway 259 South
Merge slight left
55.1 mi · 00h 55m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Garland and Mostly Sunny near Gun Barrel City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Garland to Gun Barrel City?
The road trip is about 142.5 miles (229.3 km) and usually takes 03h 08m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Sulphur Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.3 miles from Garland and 71.2 miles from Gun Barrel City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 118.6 miles (190.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:44 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.01 one way or $38.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Garland and Mostly Sunny near Gun Barrel City.
Stop Ideas Near Sulphur Springs
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Garland and Gun Barrel City. Straight-line distance: 118.55 mi (190.79 km).
#1 Garland
The fourth most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 238,139 |
| Coordinates | 33.5165000, -94.6693800 |
| Altitude | 117 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gun Barrel City
Town of the United States
| Population | 6,208 |
| Coordinates | 32.3345900, -96.1513600 |
| Altitude | 107 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gun Barrel City (-96.15136, 32.33459)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 229 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
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 | $19.01 | $38.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.39 | $42.78 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $23.09 | $46.19 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $20.08 | $40.17 |
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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