How far is Garland, TX from Sulphur Springs, TX?

The driving distance from Garland, TX to Sulphur Springs, TX is about 71.9 miles (115.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 59.8 miles (96.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 51m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
71.87 mi
01h 25m
Flight
59.79 mi
96.23 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
59.79 mi
Kilometers
96.23 km
Flight Time
00h 07m

Driving Distance

Road route
71.87 mi
Kilometers
115.67 km
Drive Time
01h 25m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 25m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Sulphur Springs
Sat, Apr 18, 2:54 AM CDT
Return by in Garland
Sat, Apr 18, 4:20 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Garland
2026-04-18T01:28
Arrive Sulphur Springs
Sat, Apr 18, 2:54 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 25m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:26 AM to 11:26 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:38 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Garland
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Mount Pleasant
TX

City in Titus County, Texas, United States

From Garland
35.9 mi
00h 42m
To Sulphur Springs
36 mi
00h 42m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
70°F
Saturday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph W
Destination
71°F
Saturday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph WNW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Garland and Sulphur Springs.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Garland and Sulphur Springs.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    2.1 mi · 5 min

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn right onto US Highway 259 South

    16.3 mi · 24 min · US Highway 259 South

  3. 3

    Take the ramp right

    2301 ft · 56 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    50.5 mi · 50 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward US 67 Business, Loop 301

    1885 ft · 1 min

  6. 6

    Turn slight left

    25 m · 2 sec

  7. 7

    Turn right onto Loop 301

    119 m · 8 sec · Loop 301

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Jefferson Street East

    1.8 mi · 3 min · Jefferson Street East

  9. 9

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Jackson Street North

    82 m · 8 sec · Jackson Street North

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Jefferson Street East

    1410 ft · 28 sec · Jefferson Street East

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Jefferson Street West

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Garland and Sulphur Springs.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
11 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
15.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US Highway 259 South
67.3 mi · 94%
Jefferson Street East
2.04 mi · 3%
US 67 Business
0.36 mi
Loop 301
0.07 mi
Jackson Street North
0.05 mi
Longest Stretch

US Highway 259 South

Merge slight left

50.5 mi · 00h 51m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 25m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12.1 mi
59.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Mount Pleasant
00h 42m from Garland
Leave By
3:38 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Garland and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sulphur Springs.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Garland to Sulphur Springs?

The road trip is about 71.9 miles (115.7 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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?

Mount Pleasant is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.9 miles from Garland and 36 miles from Sulphur Springs.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 59.8 miles (96.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.1 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 3:38 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.60 one way or $19.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Garland and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sulphur Springs.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Garland and Sulphur Springs. Straight-line distance: 59.79 mi (96.23 km).

Garland

#1 Garland

The fourth most populous city in Texas.

Population238,139
Coordinates33.5165000, -94.6693800
Altitude117
CountryUnited States
Sulphur Springs

#2 Sulphur Springs

City in Texas, USA

Population16,272
Coordinates33.1384500, -95.6010700
Altitude153
CountryUnited States
Start: Garland (-94.66938, 33.5165)
End: Sulphur Springs (-95.60107, 33.13845)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 116 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 23m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 47m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 26m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 11m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 01m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 53m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.54 gal
9.6 L · about $9.60
Round trip
$19.20
5.08 gal · 19.2 L
Estimated CO2
22.6 kg one way
Round trip: 45.1 kg / 99 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $9.60 $19.20
Mid-grade $4.25 $10.80 $21.60
Premium $4.59 $11.66 $23.32
Diesel $3.99 $10.14 $20.28

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Texas · Apr 18, 2026

There is no time difference between Garland and Sulphur Springs. The current time is 01:28:38.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.