How far is Richardson, TX from Irving, TX?

The driving distance from Richardson, TX to Irving, TX is about 19.6 miles (31.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 25m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 15.7 miles (25.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
19.55 mi
00h 25m
Flight
15.74 mi
25.33 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
15.74 mi
Kilometers
25.33 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
19.55 mi
Kilometers
31.47 km
Drive Time
00h 25m

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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 00h 25m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Irving
Thu, Apr 23, 4:36 AM CDT
Return by in Richardson
Thu, Apr 23, 5:02 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Richardson
2026-04-23T04:10
Arrive Irving
Thu, Apr 23, 4:36 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 25m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:26 AM to 7:26 PM CDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:38 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Richardson
10:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure

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
Farmers Branch
TX

A city in Dallas County, Texas.

From Richardson
9.8 mi
00h 12m
To Irving
9.8 mi
00h 12m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°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
10 to 15 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    30 m · 13 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left onto East Main Street

    937 ft · 33 sec · East Main Street

  3. 3

    Continue on West Main Street

    980 ft · 39 sec · West Main Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto South Central Expressway

    1.1 km · 1 min · South Central Expressway

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight left toward US 75 South

    1097 ft · 27 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto South Central Expressway

    1.1 mi · 1 min · South Central Expressway

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward I 635

    1474 ft · 32 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on I 635 West

    1.4 km · 55 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway

    2.4 mi · 3 min · Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway

  10. 10

    Continue on Lyndon B Johnson Freeway

    4.8 mi · 5 min · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway

  11. 11

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

    2224 ft · 32 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight right onto South Stemmons Freeway

    2.2 mi · 3 min · South Stemmons Freeway

  13. 13

    Keep slight right to continue on North Walton Walker Boulevard

    4.3 mi · 5 min · North Walton Walker Boulevard

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward TX 356

    773 ft · 15 sec

  15. 15

    Turn straight onto South Loop 12

    666 ft · 17 sec · South Loop 12

  16. 16

    Turn right onto East State Highway 356

    1622 ft · 46 sec · East State Highway 356

  17. 17

    Continue on East Irving Boulevard

    1.2 mi · 2 min · East Irving Boulevard

  18. 18

    Continue on West Irving Boulevard

    790 ft · 27 sec · West Irving Boulevard

  19. 19

    Turn right onto North Ohio Street

    18 m · 3 sec · North Ohio Street

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Ohio Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
20 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
102 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
4.76 mi · 24%
North Walton Walker Boulevard
4.27 mi · 22%
Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
2.4 mi · 12%
South Stemmons Freeway
2.24 mi · 11%
South Central Expressway
1.78 mi · 9%
East Irving Boulevard
1.2 mi · 6%
Longest Stretch

Lyndon B Johnson Freeway

Continue on Lyndon B Johnson Freeway

4.76 mi · 00h 05m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 25m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3.9 mi
15.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Farmers Branch
00h 12m from Richardson
Leave By
7:38 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving Richardson and Mostly Cloudy near Irving.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 19.6 miles (31.5 km) and usually takes 00h 25m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Farmers Branch is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.8 miles from Richardson and 9.8 miles from Irving.

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

The direct path is about 15.7 miles (25.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.61 one way or $5.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near Farmers Branch

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 Farmers Branch and the surrounding midpoint area.
Anju
Food stop 9.3 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 4.6 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 10.5 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 10.5 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 Farmers Branch.

RAIL

Union Station

19 mi away
400 South Houston St.
BUS

Dallas, TX

19 mi away
205 South Lamar Street
BUS

Mesquite, TX

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

Fort Worth Central Station

45 mi away
1001 Jones Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Richardson and Irving. Straight-line distance: 15.74 mi (25.33 km).

Richardson

#1 Richardson

The fourth most populous city in Dallas County, Texas.

Population121,112
Coordinates32.9481800, -96.7297200
Altitude192
CountryUnited States
Irving

#2 Irving

The third most populous city in Texas.

Population240,916
Coordinates32.8140200, -96.9488900
Altitude147
CountryUnited States
Start: (-96.729722, 32.948168)
End: West Irving Boulevard (-96.948894, 32.813864)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 31 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 39m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 29m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 23m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 19m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 16m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 14m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.69 gal
2.61 L · about $2.61
Round trip
$5.22
1.38 gal · 5.22 L
Estimated CO2
6.1 kg one way
Round trip: 12.3 kg / 27 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $2.61 $5.22
Mid-grade $4.25 $2.93 $5.87
Premium $4.59 $3.17 $6.34
Diesel $3.99 $2.76 $5.51

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 Richardson and Irving. The current time is 04:10:26.

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.