How far is Tyler, TX from Rockwall, TX?
The driving distance from Tyler, TX to Rockwall, TX is about 86.4 miles (139.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.4 miles (126.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 21m 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 40m.
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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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tyler and Rockwall.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tyler and Rockwall.
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Start on North Broadway Avenue
3045 ft · 59 sec · North Broadway Avenue
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Turn left onto West Gentry Parkway
2.8 mi · 4 min · West Gentry Parkway
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Continue on Mineola Highway
1.1 mi · 1 min · Mineola Highway
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Continue on US Highway 69 North
5.8 mi · 7 min · US Highway 69 North
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Continue on South Main Street
111 m · 9 sec · South Main Street
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Take the ramp left
1702 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
56.4 mi · 57 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Dallas
2678 ft · 33 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 148
926 ft · 23 sec
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Turn straight onto Spur 557 Frontage Road
741 ft · 20 sec · Spur 557 Frontage Road
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Turn right onto FM 148
1.5 mi · 2 min · FM 148
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Continue on State Highway 205
13.8 mi · 20 min · State Highway 205
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Continue on South Goliad Street
3 mi · 6 min · South Goliad Street
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Turn right onto East Washington Street
158 m · 19 sec · East Washington Street
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Turn left onto South Fannin Street
80 m · 10 sec · South Fannin Street
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Turn left onto East Rusk Street
92 m · 5 sec · East Rusk Street
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Turn right
16 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tyler and Rockwall.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Main Street
Merge slight left
56.4 mi · 00h 57m
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 Tyler and Sunny near Rockwall.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tyler to Rockwall?
The road trip is about 86.4 miles (139.1 km) and usually takes 01h 40m 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 43.2 miles from Tyler and 43.2 miles from Rockwall.
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 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 3:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.71 one way or $23.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tyler and Sunny near Rockwall.
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 Tyler and Rockwall. Straight-line distance: 78.42 mi (126.21 km).
#1 Tyler
The most populous city in Smith County, Texas.
| Population | 108,222 |
| Coordinates | 32.3512600, -95.3010600 |
| Altitude | 164 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rockwall
A city in Rockwall County, Texas.
| Population | 47,415 |
| Coordinates | 32.9312300, -96.4597100 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rockwall (-96.45971, 32.93123)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 139 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 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 | $11.71 | $23.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $13.26 | $26.52 |
| Premium | $4.72 | $14.41 | $28.81 |
| Diesel | $5.78 | $17.62 | $35.23 |
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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