How far is Garland, TX from Marlin, TX?
The driving distance from Garland, TX to Marlin, TX is about 268.7 miles (432.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 200.5 miles (322.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 45m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 52m.
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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A city in Dallas County, Texas.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Garland and Marlin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garland and Marlin.
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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
89.3 mi · 1 hr 32 min · South R L Thornton Freeway
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Continue on North Jack Kultgen Expressway
620 ft · 8 sec · North Jack Kultgen Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 77 Business: Elm Avenue
2197 ft · 54 sec
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Turn straight onto North Jack Kultgen Expressway
740 ft · 17 sec · North Jack Kultgen Expressway
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Turn left onto North Loop Drive
1 mi · 2 min · North Loop Drive
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Continue on Marlin Highway
2.7 mi · 3 min · Marlin Highway
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Continue on East State Highway 6
9.1 mi · 9 min · East State Highway 6
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Continue on North Memorial Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · North Memorial Street
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Continue on East State Highway 6
9.3 mi · 9 min · East State Highway 6
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Take the exit slight right
1754 ft · 48 sec
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Turn straight onto North Business Highway 6
1.4 mi · 2 min · North Business Highway 6
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Continue on Craik Street
1362 ft · 31 sec · Craik Street
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Turn left onto Live Oak Street
124 m · 7 sec · Live Oak Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Live Oak Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Garland and Marlin.
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 Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Garland and Mostly Cloudy near Marlin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Garland to Marlin?
The road trip is about 268.7 miles (432.4 km) and usually takes 04h 52m 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?
Rowlett is a useful midpoint, sitting about 134.3 miles from Garland and 134.3 miles from Marlin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 200.5 miles (322.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 68.2 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 7:14 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.82 one way or $71.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 84.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Garland and Mostly Cloudy near Marlin.
Stop Ideas Near Rowlett
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 Rowlett.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Garland and Marlin. Straight-line distance: 200.54 mi (322.73 km).
#1 Garland
The fourth most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 238,139 |
| Coordinates | 33.5165000, -94.6693800 |
| Altitude | 117 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Marlin
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 5,551 |
| Coordinates | 31.3062900, -96.8980400 |
| Altitude | 119 |
| Country | United States |
End: Marlin (-96.89804, 31.30629)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 432 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 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 | $35.82 | $71.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $40.31 | $80.62 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $43.52 | $87.05 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $37.85 | $75.71 |
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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