How far is Garland, TX from Lindale, TX?
The driving distance from Garland, TX to Lindale, TX is about 108.6 miles (174.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 81.3 miles (130.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 23m 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 11m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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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 Lindale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garland and Lindale.
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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
17.1 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 271 to US 67, SH 49, FM 1734: Mount Pleasant, Paris, Pittsburg
1245 ft · 30 sec
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Turn straight onto Lakewood Drive
1111 ft · 27 sec · Lakewood Drive
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Turn left onto West Ferguson Road
2688 ft · 59 sec · West Ferguson Road
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Turn straight onto Bill Ratliff Freeway
5.5 mi · 6 min · Bill Ratliff Freeway
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Continue on South US Highway 271
4.2 mi · 5 min · South US Highway 271
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Continue straight
22.6 mi · 26 min
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Turn straight
13.4 mi · 15 min
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Turn right onto West Broadway Street
16.9 mi · 19 min · West Broadway Street
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Turn left
7.8 mi · 10 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Mineola Highway
1.1 km · 48 sec · Mineola Highway
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Continue on North Main Street
2833 ft · 44 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Hubbard Street
29 m · 2 sec · East Hubbard Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Hubbard Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Garland and Lindale.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
South US Highway 271
Continue straight
22.6 mi · 00h 26m
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 Garland and Sunny near Lindale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Garland to Lindale?
The road trip is about 108.6 miles (174.7 km) and usually takes 02h 11m 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?
Pittsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.3 miles from Garland and 54.2 miles from Lindale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 81.3 miles (130.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.47 one way or $28.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Garland and Sunny near Lindale.
Stop Ideas Near Pittsburg
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 Pittsburg.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Garland and Lindale. Straight-line distance: 81.36 mi (130.94 km).
#1 Garland
The fourth most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 238,139 |
| Coordinates | 33.5165000, -94.6693800 |
| Altitude | 117 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lindale
Human settlement in Smith County, Texas, United States of America
| Population | 6,730 |
| Coordinates | 32.5157000, -95.4094000 |
| Altitude | 168 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lindale (-95.4094, 32.5157)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 175 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
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 | $14.47 | $28.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.29 | $32.57 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $17.58 | $35.17 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $15.29 | $30.59 |
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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