Cities Near Tyler
Cities near Tyler, Texas: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Longview, Mesquite, Rowlett. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Tyler, Texas is Longview, about 34 mi (55 km) away — roughly 1 hr 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longview | 34 mi / 55 km | 1 hr 1 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mesquite | 81 mi / 130 km | 1 hr 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Rowlett | 83 mi / 133 km | 1 hr 55 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Shreveport | 91 mi / 147 km | 2 hr 7 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| DeSoto | 92 mi / 148 km | 2 hr 9 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Dallas | 93 mi / 149 km | 2 hr 9 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Richardson | 93 mi / 149 km | 2 hr 9 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Allen | 95 mi / 153 km | 2 hr 13 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Irving | 101 mi / 163 km | 2 hr 21 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Carrollton | 101 mi / 163 km | 2 hr 21 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Tyler
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Longview, Mesquite, Rowlett, Shreveport, DeSoto. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Tyler
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Irving, Carrollton. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
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 Tyler include Longview, Mesquite, Rowlett, Shreveport, DeSoto. The closest is Longview, about 34 miles (55 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.