How far is Rockwall, TX from Tyler, TX?
The driving distance from Rockwall, TX to Tyler, TX is about 86.7 miles (139.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.4 miles (126.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 23m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 41m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Van Zandt County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rockwall and Tyler.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockwall and Tyler.
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Start on the route
52 m · 15 sec
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Turn left onto North Goliad Street
68 m · 13 sec · North Goliad Street
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Turn left onto West Kaufman Street
80 m · 17 sec · West Kaufman Street
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Turn left onto North Alamo Road
1057 ft · 30 sec · North Alamo Road
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Continue on South Goliad Street
2.9 mi · 6 min · South Goliad Street
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Continue on South State Highway 205
13.8 mi · 20 min · South State Highway 205
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Continue on FM 148
1.7 mi · 3 min · FM 148
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Take the ramp left toward To I 20: Shreveport
2012 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
1.3 km · 51 sec
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Merge slight left
56.2 mi · 56 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 69: Lindale, Mineola, Tyler
1049 ft · 25 sec
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Continue on Interstate 20 West
147 m · 13 sec · Interstate 20 West
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Turn right onto US Highway 69 North
5.8 mi · 7 min · US Highway 69 North
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Continue on Mineola Highway
1.1 mi · 1 min · Mineola Highway
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Continue on West Gentry Parkway
2.8 mi · 4 min · West Gentry Parkway
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Turn right onto North Broadway Avenue
3109 ft · 1 min · North Broadway Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Broadway Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rockwall and Tyler.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
To I 20
Merge slight left
56.2 mi · 00h 56m
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.
Sunny leaving Rockwall and Sunny near Tyler.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rockwall to Tyler?
The road trip is about 86.7 miles (139.6 km) and usually takes 01h 41m 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?
Canton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.3 miles from Rockwall and 43.4 miles from Tyler.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.4 miles (126.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.3 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 3:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.75 one way or $23.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rockwall and Sunny near Tyler.
Stop Ideas Near Canton
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 Canton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rockwall and Tyler. Straight-line distance: 78.42 mi (126.21 km).
#1 Rockwall
A city in Rockwall County, Texas.
| Population | 47,415 |
| Coordinates | 32.9312300, -96.4597100 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tyler
The most populous city in Smith County, Texas.
| Population | 108,222 |
| Coordinates | 32.3512600, -95.3010600 |
| Altitude | 164 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tyler (-95.30106, 32.35126)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 140 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
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 | $3.84 | $11.75 | $23.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $13.30 | $26.60 |
| Premium | $4.72 | $14.45 | $28.90 |
| Diesel | $5.78 | $17.67 | $35.35 |
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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