Cities Near Garland
Cities near Garland, Texas: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Richardson, Mesquite, Dallas. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Garland, Texas is Richardson, about 6 mi (9 km) away — roughly 20 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richardson | 6 mi / 9 km | 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mesquite | 10 mi / 17 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Dallas | 13 mi / 21 km | 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Allen | 13 mi / 21 km | 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Carrollton | 15 mi / 24 km | 29 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Irving | 19 mi / 31 km | 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Frisco | 20 mi / 32 km | 38 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lewisville | 23 mi / 36 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Grapevine | 26 mi / 41 km | 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| DeSoto | 26 mi / 41 km | 50 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Garland
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Richardson, Mesquite, Dallas, Allen, Carrollton. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Garland include Richardson, Mesquite, Dallas, Allen, Carrollton. The closest is Richardson, about 6 miles (9 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.