How far is Lucas, TX from Irving, TX?

The driving distance from Lucas, TX to Irving, TX is about 35.9 miles (57.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 28.5 miles (45.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m 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
35.88 mi
00h 46m
Flight
28.54 mi
45.93 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
28.54 mi
Kilometers
45.93 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
35.88 mi
Kilometers
57.74 km
Drive Time
00h 46m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Irving
Thu, Apr 23, 12:25 AM CDT
Return by in Lucas
Thu, Apr 23, 1:11 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lucas
2026-04-22T23:38
Arrive Irving
Thu, Apr 23, 12:25 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 46m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:47 AM to 10:47 AM CDT

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

Leave by
4:56 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Lucas
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
Richardson
TX

The fourth most populous city in Dallas County, Texas.

From Lucas
17.9 mi
00h 23m
To Irving
18 mi
00h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
76°F
Wednesday

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph SSE
Destination
78°F
Wednesday

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    22 m · 10 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left onto East Lucas Road

    2.5 mi · 4 min · East Lucas Road

  3. 3

    Continue on East Bethany Drive

    3.4 mi · 7 min · East Bethany Drive

  4. 4

    Continue on West Bethany Drive

    1898 ft · 55 sec · West Bethany Drive

  5. 5

    Turn left onto South Central Expressway

    2526 ft · 45 sec · South Central Expressway

  6. 6

    Take the ramp straight toward US 75 South

    1185 ft · 29 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto Central Expressway

    11.7 mi · 13 min · Central Expressway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 635

    1474 ft · 32 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight right to continue on I 635 West

    1.4 km · 55 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left onto Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway

    2.4 mi · 3 min · Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway

  11. 11

    Continue on Lyndon B Johnson Freeway

    4.8 mi · 5 min · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight left toward I 35E South: Dallas

    2224 ft · 32 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight right onto South Stemmons Freeway

    2.2 mi · 3 min · South Stemmons Freeway

  14. 14

    Keep slight right to continue on North Walton Walker Boulevard

    4.3 mi · 5 min · North Walton Walker Boulevard

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward TX 356

    773 ft · 15 sec

  16. 16

    Turn straight onto South Loop 12

    666 ft · 17 sec · South Loop 12

  17. 17

    Turn right onto East State Highway 356

    1622 ft · 46 sec · East State Highway 356

  18. 18

    Continue on East Irving Boulevard

    1.2 mi · 2 min · East Irving Boulevard

  19. 19

    Continue on West Irving Boulevard

    790 ft · 27 sec · West Irving Boulevard

  20. 20

    Turn right onto North Ohio Street

    18 m · 3 sec · North Ohio Street

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Ohio Street

Car Route Details

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

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
21 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
58.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Central Expressway
11.7 mi · 33%
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
4.76 mi · 13%
North Walton Walker Boulevard
4.27 mi · 12%
East Bethany Drive
3.39 mi · 9%
East Lucas Road
2.54 mi · 7%
Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
2.4 mi · 7%
Longest Stretch

Central Expressway

Merge slight left onto Central Expressway

11.7 mi · 00h 13m

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
00h 46m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.4 mi
28.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Richardson
00h 23m from Lucas
Leave By
4:56 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lucas and Slight 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 Lucas to Irving?

The road trip is about 35.9 miles (57.7 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?

Richardson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.9 miles from Lucas and 18 miles from Irving.

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

The direct path is about 28.5 miles (45.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.4 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 4:56 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.80 one way or $9.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lucas and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Irving.

Stop Ideas Near Richardson

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 Richardson and the surrounding midpoint area.
Anju
Food stop 10.1 mi away

Anju

Dallas , TX
2901 Thomas Ave, Dallas, TX 75204
Rating 4.2/5 311 reviews Asian fusion restaurant,Bar,Brunch restaurant,Comedy club,Karaoke bar
Clifford E 'Bill' Hall Park
Scenic stop 9.1 mi away

Clifford E 'Bill' Hall Park

Carrollton , TX
2200-2204 Crater Lake Ct, Carrollton, TX 75006
Rating 4.6/5 105 reviews City park,Tourist attraction
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 11.5 mi away

Dallas Environmental Quality

Dallas , TX
1500 Marilla St # L2fs, Dallas, TX 75201
Rating 4.5/5 2 reviews City government office,Emergency services,Environmental health service
Dallas City Hall
Meeting point 11.5 mi away

Dallas City Hall

Dallas , TX
1500 Marilla St, Dallas, TX 75201
Rating 3.9/5 112 reviews City Hall

Transit and Meeting Points

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

BUS

Dallas, TX

20 mi away
205 South Lamar Street
BUS

Mesquite, TX

20 mi away
1331 Highway 80 East \r\n1331 Highway 80 East \r\n
RAIL

Union Station

21 mi away
400 South Houston St.
RAIL

Fort Worth Central Station

60 mi away
1001 Jones Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lucas and Irving. Straight-line distance: 28.54 mi (45.93 km).

Lucas

#1 Lucas

City in Collin County, Texas, United States

Population8,819
Coordinates33.0842900, -96.5766600
Altitude173
CountryUnited States
Irving

#2 Irving

The third most populous city in Texas.

Population240,916
Coordinates32.8140200, -96.9488900
Altitude147
CountryUnited States
Start: East Lucas Road (-96.576639, 33.084239)
End: West Irving Boulevard (-96.948894, 32.813864)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 58 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 11m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 53m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 43m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 35m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 30m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 26m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.27 gal
4.79 L · about $4.80
Round trip
$9.60
2.54 gal · 9.58 L
Estimated CO2
11.3 kg one way
Round trip: 22.6 kg / 50 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $4.80 $9.60
Mid-grade $4.25 $5.40 $10.80
Premium $4.59 $5.83 $11.66
Diesel $3.99 $5.07 $10.14

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 Lucas and Irving. The current time is 23:38:27.

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.