Irving to Athens Shuttle
Traveling between Irving and Athens means crossing the rolling plains of North Texas, linking the bustling suburbs of the Dallas‑Fort Worth metroplex with the quiet charm of Henderson County. The route follows Interstate 35E south out of Irving, passes through the Las Colinas business district and the residential neighborhoods of Valley Ranch, then merges onto US‑175 near Kaufman before turning east on State Highway 31 toward Athens. The road distance is a little over 80 miles, and the door‑to‑door drive typically takes between 104 and 143 minutes depending on traffic around the Dallas‑Fort Worth corridor and the slower two‑lane sections near Lake Athens.
A standard sedan that seats one or two passengers is priced at roughly $209 one‑way. The fare covers the full private trip — no shared rides, no extra stops unless you request them — and includes the driver’s time for loading and unloading luggage at both ends.
How long does the trip take?
Expect a travel window of about 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 20 minutes. Peak‑hour congestion on I‑35E through Dallas can add 15–20 minutes, while clear conditions on US‑175 and SH‑31 keep you near the lower end of the range.
Where will the driver meet me in Irving?
We pick you up at any address you provide — home, office, hotel, or a landmark such as the Irving Convention Center. The driver will confirm the exact curbside location by text a few minutes before the scheduled departure.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
Our dispatch team tracks incoming flights in real time and will shift the pickup accordingly. There is no fixed free‑wait period; the driver simply arrives when the updated arrival time is confirmed.
Ready to reserve your private ride? Call (817) 403-6196 or book online and use promo code ONLINE for 10 % off round‑trip bookings.
Most of our shuttle drivers have been driving professionally for more than 10 years in Dallas or Fort Worth Texas. They have excellent people skills, and are usually very knowledgeable about the area from Dallas to Fort Worth. Some of our shuttle drivers are professional guides in Dallas or Fort Worth Texas. Learn more about our drivers.
Love Field - Ground Transportation is on the lower level down the ramp from the baggage claim. Head to the right, and we pick you up where it says Oversized Vehicles.
DFW - Prearranged Limo is located at the lower level of each terminal. Please choose the closest one to your gate and let your driver know when they call or text you.
Your Texas Shuttle picks you up where it says Prearranged at DFW or Ground Transportation at Love Field. If you are in a wheelchair, do not allow your attendant to leave you anywhere except Prearranged at DFW. The signs are easy to see, and they are always at the curb.
Security won't allow drivers to wait or walk more than 15 feet away from their vehicle, so good communication is essential. Turn on your cell phone and take it off airplane mode and silent, so your driver can call or text you. If you don't recognize the number, it's probably your driver.