Day trip from Richardson to Arlington
Arlington lies 43 km (26 mi) south-west of Richardson, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 43 km (26 mi) apart, Arlington is a realistic day trip from Richardson: about 41 min each way by road.
| Richardson | Arlington | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 110,815 | 388,125 |
| Elevation | 195 m (640 ft) | 190 m (623 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 75080–75085 | 76001–76096 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Arlington
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Staying in Arlington
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Common questions
How far is Arlington from Richardson?
43 km (26 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Richardson; by road roughly 52 km (32 mi).
How long does it take to get from Richardson to Arlington by road?
About 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Richardson and Arlington?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.