How far is Odessa, TX from Irving, TX?
The driving distance from Odessa, TX to Irving, TX is about 346.9 miles (558.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 323.3 miles (520.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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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 05h 06m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
The third most populous city in Taylor County, Texas.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Odessa and Irving.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Odessa and Irving.
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Start on North Grant Avenue
4 m · 7 sec · North Grant Avenue
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Continue on North Grant Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · North Grant Avenue
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Turn left onto East Interstate 20
107 m · 9 sec · East Interstate 20
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 20 East: Midland
720 ft · 18 sec
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Merge slight left
304.1 mi · 5 hr 8 min
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Keep slight left to continue on West Freeway
5.6 mi · 6 min · West Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 820 North
1.4 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Jim Wright Freeway
12.6 mi · 14 min · Jim Wright Freeway
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Continue on Northeast Loop
1398 ft · 18 sec · Northeast Loop
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Keep slight left to continue on I 820 TEXpress
6.9 mi · 7 min · I 820 TEXpress
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Continue on SH 121/183 TEXpress
4.4 mi · 4 min · SH 121/183 TEXpress
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Continue on SH 183 TEXpress
2.5 mi · 2 min · SH 183 TEXpress
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Take the exit slight right
80 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight right onto Airport Freeway
5 mi · 5 min · Airport Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road South
992 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on TX 356: Irving Boulevard
1843 ft · 45 sec
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Continue on West Irving Boulevard
2.7 mi · 5 min · West Irving Boulevard
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Continue on West 2nd Street
1877 ft · 53 sec · West 2nd Street
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Turn left onto South Ohio Street
133 m · 19 sec · South 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 Odessa and Irving.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 20 East
Merge slight left
304 mi · 05h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Odessa 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 Odessa to Irving?
The road trip is about 346.9 miles (558.3 km) and usually takes 05h 06m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Abilene is a useful midpoint, sitting about 173.5 miles from Odessa and 173.4 miles from Irving.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 323.3 miles (520.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:46 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $46.25 one way or $92.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 108.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Odessa and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Irving.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Odessa and Irving. Straight-line distance: 323.32 mi (520.33 km).
#1 Odessa
The second most populous city in Ector County, Texas.
| Population | 125,413 |
| Coordinates | 31.8456800, -102.3676400 |
| Altitude | 884 |
| 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: 558 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 19m |
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 | $46.25 | $92.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $52.04 | $104.09 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $56.19 | $112.39 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $48.87 | $97.75 |
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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