How far is Longview, TX from Garland, TX?
The driving distance from Longview, TX to Garland, TX is about 76.6 miles (123.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 70.3 miles (113.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 52m 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 26m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Longview and Garland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Longview and Garland.
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Start on West Marshall Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · West Marshall Avenue
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Turn right onto Gilmer Road
18.6 mi · 21 min · Gilmer Road
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Take the exit straight
128 m · 14 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Wood Street
26.4 mi · 30 min · South Wood Street
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Continue on Bill Ratliff Freeway
5.4 mi · 6 min · Bill Ratliff Freeway
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Continue on West Ferguson Road
2284 ft · 51 sec · West Ferguson Road
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Turn right onto Burton Road
1222 ft · 21 sec · Burton Road
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Take the ramp slight left
1244 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
17.1 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 259: De Kalb, Daingerfield
1780 ft · 46 sec
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Turn left onto US Highway 259 North
16.5 mi · 25 min · US Highway 259 North
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Turn left
2.1 mi · 5 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Longview and Garland.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
South Wood Street
Merge slight left onto South Wood Street
26.4 mi · 00h 30m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Longview and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Garland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Longview to Garland?
The road trip is about 76.6 miles (123.3 km) and usually takes 01h 26m 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?
Rocky Mound is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.6 miles from Longview and 32 miles from Garland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70.3 miles (113.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.3 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 $10.20 one way or $20.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Longview and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Garland.
Stop Ideas Near Rocky Mound
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 Rocky Mound.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Longview and Garland. Straight-line distance: 70.31 mi (113.15 km).
#1 Longview
The most populous city in Gregg County, Texas.
| Population | 81,728 |
| Coordinates | 32.5007000, -94.7404900 |
| Altitude | 113 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Garland
The fourth most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 238,139 |
| Coordinates | 33.5165000, -94.6693800 |
| Altitude | 117 |
| Country | United States |
End: FM 1701 (-94.669398, 33.516846)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 123 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
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 | $10.20 | $20.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.48 | $22.96 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $12.40 | $24.79 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $10.78 | $21.56 |
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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