How far is Garland, TX from Pecos, TX?
The driving distance from Garland, TX to Pecos, TX is about 578 miles (930.2 km), with a travel time of about 10h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 534.1 miles (859.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 20h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 10h 04m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
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City in Eastland County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Garland and Pecos.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garland and Pecos.
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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
178.9 mi · 3 hr 12 min
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Merge slight right
378.5 mi · 6 hr 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 285: Carlsbad, Fort Stockton
1232 ft · 28 sec
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Turn right onto South Cedar Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · South Cedar Street
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Turn left onto East 6th Street
20 m · 3 sec · East 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Garland and Pecos.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
US Highway 259 South
Merge slight right
379 mi · 06h 20m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Garland and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Pecos.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Garland to Pecos?
The road trip is about 578 miles (930.2 km) and usually takes 10h 04m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Cisco is a useful midpoint, sitting about 288.6 miles from Garland and 289.4 miles from Pecos.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 534.1 miles (859.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.9 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 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $77.09 one way or $154.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 181.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Garland and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Pecos.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Garland and Pecos. Straight-line distance: 534.11 mi (859.57 km).
#1 Garland
The fourth most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 238,139 |
| Coordinates | 33.5165000, -94.6693800 |
| Altitude | 117 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pecos
City in Texas
| Population | 10,488 |
| Coordinates | 31.4229100, -103.4932300 |
| Altitude | 787 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pecos (-103.49323, 31.42291)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 930 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 19h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 14h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 11h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 09h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 08h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 07h 12m |
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 | $77.09 | $154.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $86.74 | $173.48 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $93.66 | $187.31 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $81.46 | $162.91 |
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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