How far is Garland, TX from Lacy-Lakeview, TX?
The driving distance from Garland, TX to Lacy-Lakeview, TX is about 238.9 miles (384.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 192.6 miles (309.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 41m 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 04h 20m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Rockwall County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Garland and Lacy-Lakeview.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garland and Lacy-Lakeview.
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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
131.8 mi · 2 hr 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35E: Denton, Waco
3065 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35E South, I 35E North: Waco, Denton
607 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35E North, I 35E South: Denton, Waco
67 m · 5 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35E South: Waco
1915 ft · 30 sec
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Continue on South R L Thornton Freeway
2866 ft · 44 sec · South R L Thornton Freeway
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Continue on South R L Thornton Freeway
84.8 mi · 1 hr 27 min · South R L Thornton Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 2417: Crest Drive, Craven Avenue
1260 ft · 31 sec
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Turn straight onto North Interstate 35
1027 ft · 21 sec · North Interstate 35
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Continue on North Interstate 35
1864 ft · 39 sec · North Interstate 35
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Turn right onto East Crest Drive
2775 ft · 1 min · East Crest Drive
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Turn left onto North Walnut Street
1974 ft · 56 sec · North Walnut Street
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Turn right onto Avenue C
601 ft · 26 sec · Avenue C
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Avenue C
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Garland and Lacy-Lakeview.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 259 South
Merge slight left
132 mi · 02h 17m
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 then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Garland and Mostly Sunny near Lacy-Lakeview.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Garland to Lacy-Lakeview?
The road trip is about 238.9 miles (384.5 km) and usually takes 04h 20m 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?
Royse City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 119.5 miles from Garland and 119.4 miles from Lacy-Lakeview.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 192.6 miles (309.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 46.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:18 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.86 one way or $63.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 74.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Garland and Mostly Sunny near Lacy-Lakeview.
Stop Ideas Near Royse City
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 Royse City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Garland and Lacy-Lakeview. Straight-line distance: 192.54 mi (309.86 km).
#1 Garland
The fourth most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 238,139 |
| Coordinates | 33.5165000, -94.6693800 |
| Altitude | 117 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lacy-Lakeview
City in McLennan County, Texas, United States
| Population | 6,803 |
| Coordinates | 31.6293300, -97.1027800 |
| Altitude | 148 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lacy-Lakeview (-97.10278, 31.62933)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 385 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 58m |
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 | $31.86 | $63.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $35.84 | $71.69 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $38.70 | $77.40 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $33.66 | $67.32 |
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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