How far is Ennis, TX from Burkburnett, TX?
The driving distance from Ennis, TX to Burkburnett, TX is about 184.1 miles (296.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 166 miles (267.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 25m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ennis and Burkburnett.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ennis and Burkburnett.
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Start on the route
55 m · 15 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Ennis Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · East Ennis Avenue
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Take the ramp straight
3071 ft · 1 min
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Continue on West US Highway 287
45.2 mi · 51 min · West US Highway 287
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Take the exit slight right toward US 287 North, I 820 : Downtown, Fort Worth
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1.6 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Martin Luther King Jr Freeway
6.6 mi · 8 min · Martin Luther King Jr Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35W North, US 287 North, I 35W TEXpress North: Denton
833 ft · 20 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35W Express Toll North
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto I 35W TEXpress
8.2 mi · 8 min · I 35W TEXpress
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Take the exit slight right toward US 81 North, US 287 North: Decatur
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
101.7 mi · 1 hr 48 min
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Continue on Lloyd Ruby Overpass
1.3 km · 59 sec · Lloyd Ruby Overpass
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Continue on Central Freeway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Central Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Central Freeway
7 mi · 7 min · Central Freeway
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Continue on South Red River Expressway
2.7 mi · 3 min · South Red River Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 240: Burkburnett
708 ft · 17 sec
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Continue on South Red River Expressway
1247 ft · 26 sec · South Red River Expressway
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Turn slight left onto Sheppard Road
1.5 km · 1 min · Sheppard Road
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Continue on South Avenue D
1.1 km · 1 min · South Avenue D
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Turn right onto East 3rd Street
21 m · 2 sec · East 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ennis and Burkburnett.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 81 North
Continue straight
102 mi · 01h 48m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Ennis and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Burkburnett.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ennis to Burkburnett?
The road trip is about 184.1 miles (296.2 km) and usually takes 03h 25m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Decatur is a useful midpoint, sitting about 92 miles from Ennis and 92 miles from Burkburnett.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 166 miles (267.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:10 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.53 one way or $49.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ennis and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Burkburnett.
Stop Ideas Near Decatur
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Decatur.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ennis and Burkburnett. Straight-line distance: 166.06 mi (267.24 km).
#1 Ennis
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 20,678 |
| Coordinates | 32.3293100, -96.6252700 |
| Altitude | 164 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Burkburnett
City in Wichita County, Texas, United States
| Population | 11,405 |
| Coordinates | 34.0978700, -98.5706100 |
| Altitude | 323 |
| Country | United States |
End: Burkburnett (-98.57061, 34.09787)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 296 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
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 | $24.53 | $49.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.60 | $55.19 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $29.80 | $59.59 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $25.91 | $51.83 |
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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