How far is Irving, TX from Sulphur Springs, TX?
The driving distance from Irving, TX to Sulphur Springs, TX is about 92.5 miles (148.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 81.3 miles (130.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 26m 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 43m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Rockwall County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Irving and Sulphur Springs.
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Start on North Ohio Street
133 m · 25 sec · North Ohio Street
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Turn left onto West 2nd Street
1.1 km · 1 min · West 2nd Street
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Turn straight onto East Irving Boulevard
1.5 km · 2 min · East Irving Boulevard
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Turn slight right
120 m · 17 sec
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Turn slight right onto South Loop 12
57 m · 4 sec · South Loop 12
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Take the ramp slight left toward Loop 12 South
125 m · 10 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Walton Walker Boulevard
2.8 mi · 3 min · South Walton Walker Boulevard
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Take the exit right toward I 30: Dallas, Fort Worth
2482 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 30 East: Dallas
1813 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto Tom Landry Freeway
6.3 mi · 7 min · Tom Landry Freeway
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Continue on East R L Thornton Freeway
7.5 mi · 9 min · East R L Thornton Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on East R L Thornton Freeway
71 mi · 1 hr 14 min · East R L Thornton Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward SH 154 , SH 11
867 ft · 21 sec
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Turn straight onto Shannon Road West
2032 ft · 48 sec · Shannon Road West
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Turn left onto South Broadway Street
1948 ft · 35 sec · South Broadway Street
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Continue on Gilmer Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · Gilmer Street
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Turn right onto Jefferson Street West
35 m · 2 sec · Jefferson Street West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Jefferson Street West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Irving and Sulphur Springs.
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 R L Thornton Freeway
Keep slight left to continue on East R L Thornton Freeway
71 mi · 01h 14m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Irving and Mostly Sunny near Sulphur Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Irving to Sulphur Springs?
The road trip is about 92.5 miles (148.8 km) and usually takes 01h 43m 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?
Royse City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.2 miles from Irving and 46.3 miles from Sulphur Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 81.3 miles (130.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.2 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 3:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.32 one way or $24.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Irving and Mostly Sunny near Sulphur Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Royse City
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Irving and Sulphur Springs. Straight-line distance: 81.28 mi (130.8 km).
#1 Irving
The third most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 240,916 |
| Coordinates | 32.8140200, -96.9488900 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sulphur Springs
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 16,272 |
| Coordinates | 33.1384500, -95.6010700 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sulphur Springs (-95.60107, 33.13845)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 149 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 09m |
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 | $12.32 | $24.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.86 | $27.72 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $14.97 | $29.93 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $13.02 | $26.03 |
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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