How far is Grand Prairie, TX from Pecan Grove, TX?
The driving distance from Grand Prairie, TX to Pecan Grove, TX is about 278.2 miles (447.8 km), with a travel time of about 05h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 228.2 miles (367.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 01m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Leon County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Grand Prairie and Pecan Grove.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Prairie and Pecan Grove.
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Start on the route
67 m · 22 sec
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Turn left onto Northeast 5th Street
58 m · 14 sec · Northeast 5th Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1069 ft · 27 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto South Belt Line Road
5.4 mi · 10 min · South Belt Line Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 20 East
1720 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
15.2 mi · 16 min · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 45 South: Houston
1607 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto Julius Schepps Freeway
203.7 mi · 3 hr 29 min · Julius Schepps Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward 99 Toll West: Grand Parkway
1 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
1266 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Grand Parkway West
47.4 mi · 53 min · North Grand Parkway West
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Take the exit slight right toward West Bellfort Street, Mason Road
1.5 km · 2 min
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Turn right onto Mason Road
2.5 mi · 4 min · Mason Road
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Continue straight
1092 ft · 21 sec
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Turn left onto Plantation Drive
1.3 km · 2 min · Plantation Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Plantation Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Grand Prairie and Pecan Grove.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Julius Schepps Freeway
Merge slight left onto Julius Schepps Freeway
204 mi · 03h 29m
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.
Sunny leaving Grand Prairie and Mostly Sunny near Pecan Grove.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Grand Prairie to Pecan Grove?
The road trip is about 278.2 miles (447.8 km) and usually takes 05h 00m 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?
Leona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 139.3 miles from Grand Prairie and 138.9 miles from Pecan Grove.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 228.2 miles (367.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 50 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 6:58 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.11 one way or $74.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 87.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Grand Prairie and Mostly Sunny near Pecan Grove.
Stop Ideas Near Leona
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 Leona.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Grand Prairie and Pecan Grove. Straight-line distance: 228.18 mi (367.22 km).
#1 Grand Prairie
The ninth most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 195,272 |
| Coordinates | 32.7459600, -96.9977800 |
| Altitude | 157 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pecan Grove
Census designated place
| Population | 15,963 |
| Coordinates | 29.6260700, -95.7316200 |
| Altitude | 25 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pecan Grove (-95.73162, 29.62607)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 448 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 28m |
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 | $37.11 | $74.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $41.75 | $83.51 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $45.08 | $90.17 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $39.21 | $78.42 |
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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