How far is Gun Barrel City, TX from McKinney, TX?
The driving distance from Gun Barrel City, TX to McKinney, TX is about 87.1 miles (140.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 65.4 miles (105.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 32m.
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City in Dallas County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gun Barrel City and McKinney.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gun Barrel City and McKinney.
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Start on Meadow Lake Drive
1318 ft · 44 sec · Meadow Lake Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Main Street
2.3 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto North Gun Barrel Lane
1455 ft · 24 sec · North Gun Barrel Lane
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Continue on South 3rd Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · South 3rd Street
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Turn left onto West Mason Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · West Mason Street
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Turn left onto East US Highway 175
39.4 mi · 42 min · East US Highway 175
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Take the exit slight right toward I 20 East, I 635 North
1732 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
750 ft · 9 sec · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
18.7 mi · 20 min · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
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Continue on Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
737 ft · 9 sec · Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 75 South, US 75 North: Dallas, McKinney
1.5 km · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 75 North: McKinney
1 km · 55 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Central Expressway
16.8 mi · 18 min · North Central Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward SRT South, TX 5: Sam Rayburn Tollway
1776 ft · 22 sec
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Keep slight right
1.2 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1.5 km · 1 min
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Continue on South McDonald Street
1.6 km · 2 min · South McDonald Street
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Turn slight left
86 m · 10 sec
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Continue on South Tennessee Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · South 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 Gun Barrel City and McKinney.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
East US Highway 175
Turn left onto East US Highway 175
39.4 mi · 00h 42m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Gun Barrel City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near McKinney.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gun Barrel City to McKinney?
The road trip is about 87.1 miles (140.2 km) and usually takes 01h 32m 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?
Balch Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.9 miles from Gun Barrel City and 43.2 miles from McKinney.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 65.4 miles (105.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.7 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 3:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.60 one way or $23.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Gun Barrel City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near McKinney.
Stop Ideas Near Balch Springs
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gun Barrel City and McKinney. Straight-line distance: 65.44 mi (105.31 km).
#1 Gun Barrel City
Town of the United States
| Population | 6,208 |
| Coordinates | 32.3345900, -96.1513600 |
| Altitude | 107 |
| 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: 140 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
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 | $11.60 | $23.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.05 | $26.11 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $14.09 | $28.19 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $12.26 | $24.52 |
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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