Cities Near Richardson
Cities near Richardson, Texas: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Plano, Garland, Carrollton. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Richardson, Texas is Plano, about 5 mi (8 km) away — roughly 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plano | 5 mi / 8 km | 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Garland | 6 mi / 9 km | 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Carrollton | 9 mi / 15 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Dallas | 12 mi / 20 km | 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mesquite | 15 mi / 24 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Frisco | 15 mi / 24 km | 29 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Irving | 16 mi / 25 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lewisville | 17 mi / 27 km | 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| McKinney | 18 mi / 30 km | 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Grapevine | 20 mi / 33 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Richardson
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Plano, Garland, Carrollton, Dallas, Mesquite. 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 Richardson include Plano, Garland, Carrollton, Dallas, Mesquite. The closest is Plano, about 5 miles (8 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.