How far is Irving, TX from McGregor, TX?

The driving distance from Irving, TX to McGregor, TX is about 119.9 miles (192.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 15m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 98.4 miles (158.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 31m 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
119.87 mi
02h 15m
Flight
98.41 mi
158.38 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
98.41 mi
Kilometers
158.38 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
119.87 mi
Kilometers
192.92 km
Drive Time
02h 15m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 15m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in McGregor
Thu, Apr 23, 4:20 AM CDT
Return by in Irving
Thu, Apr 23, 6:36 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Irving
2026-04-23T02:05
Arrive McGregor
Thu, Apr 23, 4:20 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 15m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:16 AM to 12:16 PM CDT

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

Leave by
1:58 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Irving
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
Milford
TX

Town in Ellis County, Texas, United States of America

From Irving
60 mi
01h 07m
To McGregor
59.8 mi
01h 07m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Thursday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph S
Destination
82°F
Thursday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Irving and McGregor.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Irving and McGregor.

  1. 1

    Start on North Ohio Street

    133 m · 25 sec · North Ohio Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto West 2nd Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · West 2nd Street

  3. 3

    Turn straight onto East Irving Boulevard

    1.5 km · 2 min · East Irving Boulevard

  4. 4

    Turn slight right

    120 m · 17 sec

  5. 5

    Turn slight right onto South Loop 12

    57 m · 4 sec · South Loop 12

  6. 6

    Take the ramp slight left toward Loop 12 South

    125 m · 10 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto South Walton Walker Boulevard

    5.3 mi · 6 min · South Walton Walker Boulevard

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on South Walton Walker Boulevard

    1.4 mi · 2 min · South Walton Walker Boulevard

  9. 9

    Turn slight right onto Duncanville Road

    3.2 mi · 6 min · Duncanville Road

  10. 10

    Turn left onto West Interstate 20

    862 ft · 21 sec · West Interstate 20

  11. 11

    Take the ramp slight left toward I 20 East

    1469 ft · 36 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight left onto Lyndon B Johnson Freeway

    4.6 mi · 5 min · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward I 35E South: Waco

    2016 ft · 45 sec

  14. 14

    Merge slight left onto South R L Thornton Freeway

    80.5 mi · 1 hr 22 min · South R L Thornton Freeway

  15. 15

    Continue on North Jack Kultgen Expressway

    4.3 mi · 5 min · North Jack Kultgen Expressway

  16. 16

    Take the exit slight right toward Loop 396

    1239 ft · 30 sec

  17. 17

    Turn straight onto South Jack Kultgen Expressway

    130 m · 12 sec · South Jack Kultgen Expressway

  18. 18

    Turn right onto South Valley Mills Drive

    1.4 mi · 3 min · South Valley Mills Drive

  19. 19

    Take the exit slight right

    1307 ft · 36 sec

  20. 20

    Keep slight right to continue on South Valley Mills Drive

    33 m · 5 sec · South Valley Mills Drive

  21. 21

    Turn left onto Franklin Avenue

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Franklin Avenue

  22. 22

    Take the ramp straight

    1381 ft · 22 sec

  23. 23

    Keep slight left to continue on US 84

    1092 ft · 17 sec

  24. 24

    Merge slight left

    14 mi · 17 min

  25. 25

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West McGregor Drive

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Irving and McGregor.

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
25 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
10
4 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
20.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
South R L Thornton Freeway
80.5 mi · 67%
US 84
14.2 mi · 12%
South Walton Walker Boulevard
6.69 mi · 6%
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
4.61 mi · 4%
North Jack Kultgen Expressway
4.25 mi · 4%
Duncanville Road
3.21 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

South R L Thornton Freeway

Merge slight left onto South R L Thornton Freeway

80.5 mi · 01h 22m

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
02h 15m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+21.5 mi
98.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Milford
01h 07m from Irving
Leave By
1:58 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving Irving and Mostly Cloudy near McGregor.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Irving to McGregor?

The road trip is about 119.9 miles (192.9 km) and usually takes 02h 15m 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?

Milford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60 miles from Irving and 59.8 miles from McGregor.

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

The direct path is about 98.4 miles (158.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.5 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 1:58 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.99 one way or $31.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Irving and Mostly Cloudy near McGregor.

Stop Ideas Near Milford

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Milford and the surrounding midpoint area.
Historic City Hall
Scenic stop 7.9 mi away

Historic City Hall

Hillsboro , TX
127/129 E Franklin St, Hillsboro, TX 76645
Rating 4.6/5 24 reviews Museum
Frost City Hall
Meeting point 13.2 mi away

Frost City Hall

Frost , TX
100 Garitty St, Frost, TX 76641
Rating 4.3/5 3 reviews City government office
Town Hall Estates Hillsboro
Nearby stop 6.6 mi away

Town Hall Estates Hillsboro

Hillsboro , TX
300 Happy Ln, Hillsboro, TX 76645
Rating 4.1/5 14 reviews Non-profit organization,Nursing home,Occupational therapist,Physical therapy clinic

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Milford.

RAIL

Cleburne

48 mi away
206 North Border St.
BUS

Waco, TX

66 mi away
301 South 8th Street
RAIL

Union Station

74 mi away
400 South Houston St.
BUS

Dallas, TX

74 mi away
205 South Lamar Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Irving and McGregor. Straight-line distance: 98.41 mi (158.38 km).

Irving

#1 Irving

The third most populous city in Texas.

Population240,916
Coordinates32.8140200, -96.9488900
Altitude147
CountryUnited States
McGregor

#2 McGregor

City in Texas

Population5,413
Coordinates31.4440600, -97.4091800
Altitude211
CountryUnited States
Start: Irving (-96.94889, 32.81402)
End: McGregor (-97.40918, 31.44406)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 193 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 59m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 59m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 23m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 59m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 29m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.23 gal
16.01 L · about $15.99
Round trip
$31.97
8.46 gal · 32.02 L
Estimated CO2
37.6 kg one way
Round trip: 75.2 kg / 166 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $15.99 $31.97
Mid-grade $4.25 $17.99 $35.97
Premium $4.59 $19.42 $38.84
Diesel $3.99 $16.89 $33.78

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Irving and McGregor. The current time is 02:05:07.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.