Mesquite

Texas

1
Destinations

Mesquite is located in Texas, approximately 12 miles from Dallas. The most popular drive from Mesquite is to Dallas. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.

Driving Times from Mesquite

1 destinations

Short Drives — 1

Dallas
17 miles
36 min

Nearby Cities

Rowlett (10 mi)Garland (10 mi)Dallas (12 mi)University Park (13 mi)Rockwall (14 mi)

Routes to Mesquite

Dallas → Mesquite

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Mesquite from Dallas?
Mesquite is approximately 17 miles from Dallas, taking around 36 min.
What cities are within 3 hours of Mesquite?
There are 2 cities within 3 hours, including Dallas, Mesquite.
How many routes from Mesquite?
Mesquite has 1 routes in our database.

How Far Is Mesquite from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Mesquite to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Dallas, roughly 15 miles away by road.

Dallas~15 mi · 15 min
Austin~220 mi · 3h 45m
Oklahoma City~235 mi · 4h
Houston~265 mi · 4h 30m
San Antonio~310 mi · 5h 15m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Mesquite

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Mesquite by road:

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)~35 mi · 30 min
Austin-Bergstrom (AUS)~225 mi · 4h

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Mesquite: What to Know

Located in Texas in Texas, Mesquite is well positioned for road trips both short and long. For longer drives, plan a rest stop roughly every two hours, keep your tank above a quarter full, and aim to leave outside the morning and evening rush windows to save time. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-20, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Plan Your Drive from Mesquite

Mesquite serves as a great base for exploring by car, with 1 route available on this page. Whether you need a quick commute estimate or want to map out a weekend road trip, you will find driving times and costs for every destination below. Each route includes up-to-date data on distance, fuel estimates at current prices, toll costs where applicable, and recommendations for the best departure times. Tap any card to see the full route details and start planning your drive.