How far is Sachse, TX from Irving, TX?

The driving distance from Sachse, TX to Irving, TX is about 32.5 miles (52.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 38m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 23.4 miles (37.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 17m 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
32.48 mi
00h 38m
Flight
23.38 mi
37.62 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
23.38 mi
Kilometers
37.62 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
32.48 mi
Kilometers
52.27 km
Drive Time
00h 38m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 38m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Irving
Wed, Apr 22, 9:02 PM CDT
Return by in Sachse
Wed, Apr 22, 9:41 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Sachse
2026-04-22T20:24
Arrive Irving
Wed, Apr 22, 9:02 PM CDT
Route Timing
00h 38m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:39 AM to 7:39 PM CDT

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

Leave by
7:12 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Sachse
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
Richardson
TX

The fourth most populous city in Dallas County, Texas.

From Sachse
16.2 mi
00h 19m
To Irving
16.3 mi
00h 19m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
76°F
Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 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 Sachse and Irving.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on State Highway 78

    71 m · 6 sec · State Highway 78

  2. 2

    Continue on State Highway 78

    1.5 km · 2 min · State Highway 78

  3. 3

    Continue on Lavon Drive

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Lavon Drive

  4. 4

    Take the ramp straight toward PGBT Toll West

    2603 ft · 1 min

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto President George Bush Turnpike

    6.1 mi · 7 min · President George Bush Turnpike

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right

    1240 ft · 35 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on US 75 South: Dallas

    2959 ft · 1 min

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto North Central Expressway

    5.7 mi · 6 min · North Central Expressway

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward I 635

    1474 ft · 32 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on I 635 West

    1.4 km · 55 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway

    2.4 mi · 3 min · Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway

  12. 12

    Continue on Lyndon B Johnson Freeway

    4.8 mi · 5 min · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway

  13. 13

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

    2224 ft · 32 sec

  14. 14

    Merge slight right onto South Stemmons Freeway

    2.2 mi · 3 min · South Stemmons Freeway

  15. 15

    Keep slight right to continue on North Walton Walker Boulevard

    4.3 mi · 5 min · North Walton Walker Boulevard

  16. 16

    Take the exit slight right toward TX 356

    773 ft · 15 sec

  17. 17

    Turn straight onto South Loop 12

    666 ft · 17 sec · South Loop 12

  18. 18

    Turn right onto East State Highway 356

    1622 ft · 46 sec · East State Highway 356

  19. 19

    Continue on East Irving Boulevard

    1.2 mi · 2 min · East Irving Boulevard

  20. 20

    Continue on West Irving Boulevard

    790 ft · 27 sec · West Irving Boulevard

  21. 21

    Turn right onto North Ohio Street

    18 m · 3 sec · North Ohio Street

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Ohio Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Sachse 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
22 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
4 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
67.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
President George Bush Turnpike
6.33 mi · 19%
North Central Expressway
5.73 mi · 18%
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
4.76 mi · 15%
North Walton Walker Boulevard
4.27 mi · 13%
Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
2.4 mi · 7%
South Stemmons Freeway
2.24 mi · 7%
Longest Stretch

President George Bush Turnpike

Merge slight left onto President George Bush Turnpike

6.09 mi · 00h 07m

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 38m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 18m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.1 mi
23.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Richardson
00h 19m from Sachse
Leave By
7:12 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sachse 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 Sachse to Irving?

The road trip is about 32.5 miles (52.3 km) and usually takes 00h 38m 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?

Richardson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.2 miles from Sachse and 16.3 miles from Irving.

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

The direct path is about 23.4 miles (37.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.1 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 7:12 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.35 one way or $8.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Sachse 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 8.9 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 8.1 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 10.4 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 10.3 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 Sachse and Irving. Straight-line distance: 23.38 mi (37.62 km).

Sachse

#1 Sachse

City in Texas, United States

Population25,964
Coordinates32.9762300, -96.5952700
Altitude167
CountryUnited States
Irving

#2 Irving

The third most populous city in Texas.

Population240,916
Coordinates32.8140200, -96.9488900
Altitude147
CountryUnited States
Start: (-96.595301, 32.976211)
End: West Irving Boulevard (-96.948894, 32.813864)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 52 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 04m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 48m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 38m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 32m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 27m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 24m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.15 gal
4.34 L · about $4.35
Round trip
$8.69
2.3 gal · 8.68 L
Estimated CO2
10.2 kg one way
Round trip: 20.4 kg / 45 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $4.35 $8.69
Mid-grade $4.25 $4.89 $9.78
Premium $4.59 $5.28 $10.56
Diesel $3.99 $4.59 $9.18

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 Sachse and Irving. The current time is 20:24:01.

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.