How far is Gun Barrel City, TX from Irving, TX?
The driving distance from Gun Barrel City, TX to Irving, TX is about 70 miles (112.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57 miles (91.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 34m 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 01h 17m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Kaufman County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gun Barrel City and Irving.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gun Barrel City and Irving.
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Start on Meadow Lake Drive
1318 ft · 44 sec · Meadow Lake Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Main Street
2.3 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto North Gun Barrel Lane
1455 ft · 24 sec · North Gun Barrel Lane
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Continue on South 3rd Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · South 3rd Street
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Turn left onto West Mason Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · West Mason Street
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Turn left onto East US Highway 175
49.2 mi · 53 min · East US Highway 175
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Merge slight left onto Julius Schepps Freeway
1.7 mi · 2 min · Julius Schepps Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 30
978 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 30 West
2818 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left
1037 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto East R L Thornton Freeway
1.2 km · 1 min · East R L Thornton Freeway
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Continue on Tom Landry Freeway
6.2 mi · 7 min · Tom Landry Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward LOOP 12
3277 ft · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Loop 12 North
593 ft · 15 sec
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Turn straight onto North Walton Walker Service Road West
1057 ft · 21 sec · North Walton Walker Service Road West
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Take the ramp slight left toward Loop 12 North
1233 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Walton Walker Boulevard
2.3 mi · 2 min · North Walton Walker Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard
150 m · 12 sec
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Turn straight onto South Loop 12
1548 ft · 33 sec · South Loop 12
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Turn left onto East State Highway 356
1977 ft · 60 sec · East State Highway 356
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Continue on East Irving Boulevard
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Irving Boulevard
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Continue on West Irving Boulevard
790 ft · 27 sec · West Irving Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Ohio Street
18 m · 3 sec · North Ohio Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Ohio Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gun Barrel City and Irving.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
East US Highway 175
Turn left onto East US Highway 175
49.2 mi · 00h 53m
Route Summary
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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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Gun Barrel City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Irving.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gun Barrel City to Irving?
The road trip is about 70 miles (112.7 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
Crandall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.4 miles from Gun Barrel City and 34.5 miles from Irving.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57 miles (91.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 13 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 3:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.33 one way or $18.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Gun Barrel City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Irving.
Stop Ideas Near Crandall
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gun Barrel City and Irving. Straight-line distance: 57.04 mi (91.8 km).
#1 Gun Barrel City
Town of the United States
| Population | 6,208 |
| Coordinates | 32.3345900, -96.1513600 |
| Altitude | 107 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Irving
The third most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 240,916 |
| Coordinates | 32.8140200, -96.9488900 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Irving Boulevard (-96.948894, 32.813864)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 113 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
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 | $9.33 | $18.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.50 | $21.00 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $11.34 | $22.68 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $9.86 | $19.73 |
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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