How far is Bowie, TX from McKinney, TX?
The driving distance from Bowie, TX to McKinney, TX is about 99.2 miles (159.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.4 miles (121.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 35m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bowie and McKinney.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bowie and McKinney.
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Start on North Mason Street
6 m · 6 sec · North Mason Street
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Turn left onto East Wise Street
26.9 mi · 29 min · East Wise Street
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Take the exit slight right
764 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left
45 m · 4 sec
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Turn left onto West US Highway 380
21.8 mi · 25 min · West US Highway 380
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Continue on West University Drive
11.4 mi · 18 min · West University Drive
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Continue on US Highway 380 East
8.2 mi · 12 min · US Highway 380 East
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Continue on West University Drive
7.6 mi · 10 min · West University Drive
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Continue on West University Drive
7.6 mi · 11 min · West University Drive
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Take the exit slight right toward US 75 South, TX 121 South
69 m · 6 sec
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Turn slight right onto North Central Expressway
81 m · 5 sec · North Central Expressway
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Continue on North Central Expressway
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Central Expressway
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Turn left onto West Louisiana Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · West Louisiana Street
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Turn left onto North Tennessee Street
36 m · 3 sec · North Tennessee Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Tennessee Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bowie and McKinney.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Wise Street
Turn left onto East Wise Street
26.9 mi · 00h 29m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bowie and Mostly Cloudy near McKinney.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bowie to McKinney?
The road trip is about 99.2 miles (159.7 km) and usually takes 01h 35m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Plainview is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.1 miles from Bowie and 56.1 miles from McKinney.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.4 miles (121.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.23 one way or $26.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Bowie and Mostly Cloudy near McKinney.
Stop Ideas Near Plainview
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Park
Northlake Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Plainview.
Gainesville
Fort Worth Central Station
Union Station
Dallas, TX
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bowie and McKinney. Straight-line distance: 75.42 mi (121.37 km).
#1 Bowie
Human settlement in Montague County, Texas, United States of America
| Population | 5,140 |
| Coordinates | 33.5590000, -97.8486500 |
| Altitude | 344 |
| Country | United States |
#2 McKinney
The third most populous city in Collin County, Texas.
| Population | 208,272 |
| Coordinates | 33.1976200, -96.6152700 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Tennessee Street (-96.61506, 33.19762)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 160 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $13.23 | $26.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.88 | $29.76 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $16.07 | $32.14 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $13.98 | $27.95 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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