How far is Garland, TX from Sachse, TX?
The driving distance from Garland, TX to Sachse, TX is about 145.2 miles (233.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 117.4 miles (188.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 25m 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 42m.
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 Sachse.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garland and Sachse.
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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
115.8 mi · 1 hr 58 min
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Take the exit slight right toward PGBT: President George Bush Turnpike
1 mi · 2 min
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Continue on President George Bush Turnpike
6.1 mi · 7 min · President George Bush Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward Merritt Road, Miles Road
1519 ft · 39 sec
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Continue on President George Bush Highway
1.2 km · 1 min · President George Bush Highway
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Turn right onto Miles Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · Miles Road
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Turn left onto Sachse Road
2553 ft · 1 min · Sachse Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Sachse Road
47 m · 3 sec · Sachse Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Sachse Road
1672 ft · 43 sec · Sachse Road
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Turn right onto State Highway 78
38 m · 2 sec · State Highway 78
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Highway 78
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Garland and Sachse.
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
116 mi · 01h 58m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Garland and Mostly Sunny near Sachse.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Garland to Sachse?
The road trip is about 145.2 miles (233.6 km) and usually takes 02h 42m 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?
Sulphur Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.5 miles from Garland and 72.6 miles from Sachse.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 117.4 miles (188.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.8 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 1:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.35 one way or $38.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Garland and Mostly Sunny near Sachse.
Stop Ideas Near Sulphur Springs
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 Sulphur Springs.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Garland and Sachse. Straight-line distance: 117.38 mi (188.9 km).
#1 Garland
The fourth most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 238,139 |
| Coordinates | 33.5165000, -94.6693800 |
| Altitude | 117 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sachse
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 25,964 |
| Coordinates | 32.9762300, -96.5952700 |
| Altitude | 167 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sachse (-96.59527, 32.97623)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 234 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $19.35 | $38.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.77 | $43.54 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $23.51 | $47.01 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $20.44 | $40.89 |
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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