How far is McKinney, TX from Frisco, TX?
Fastest route
The distance between McKinney, Texas, and Frisco, Texas, is approximately 13.8 miles via Main St. There is an alternative route of 15.9 miles via Sam Rayburn Tollway S and Main St. Another option is a slightly longer route of 18.3 miles via Sam Rayburn Tollway S. Frisco offers various attractions worth exploring.
Directions
To get from McKinney to Frisco, you can follow these directions:
- 🚗 Take the Main St route for the fastest option. This route covers approximately 13.8 miles and takes about 20 minutes.
- 🚗 Alternatively, you can choose the Sam Rayburn Tollway S and Main St route, which is approximately 15.9 miles and takes about 21 minutes.
- 🚗 Another option is to take the Sam Rayburn Tollway S, which is slightly longer at 18.3 miles but still a viable choice.
Tips & Suggestions
Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey:
- ⛽ Consider the traffic conditions when selecting your route.
- 💰 Keep in mind that the Sam Rayburn Tollway routes may have tolls.
- 📸 Take some time to explore Frisco and its attractions once you arrive.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 25m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The fifth most populous city in Collin County, Texas.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between McKinney and Frisco.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McKinney and Frisco.
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Start on North Tennessee Street
36 m · 12 sec · North Tennessee Street
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Turn left onto East Virginia Street
70 m · 13 sec · East Virginia Street
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Turn left onto North Kentucky Street
72 m · 16 sec · North Kentucky Street
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Turn left onto East Louisiana Street
1034 ft · 29 sec · East Louisiana Street
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Turn right onto South McDonald Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · South McDonald Street
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Continue on Spur 399
1.4 km · 1 min · Spur 399
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Continue on Sam Rayburn Tollway
2.5 mi · 3 min · Sam Rayburn Tollway
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Take the exit slight right toward Stacy Road
1193 ft · 29 sec
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Turn straight onto State Highway 121
2611 ft · 56 sec · State Highway 121
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Turn right onto Stacy Road
2.8 mi · 5 min · Stacy Road
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Continue on Main Street
5.3 mi · 9 min · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between McKinney and Frisco.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Main Street
Continue on Main Street
5.32 mi · 00h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving McKinney and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Frisco.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from McKinney to Frisco?
The road trip is about 15.5 miles (24.9 km) and usually takes 00h 25m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Allen is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.5 miles from McKinney and 8 miles from Frisco.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.5 miles (20.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.08 one way or $4.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around McKinney and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Frisco.
Stop Ideas Near Allen
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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The Colony Public Library and City Hall
City Hall Plaza Park
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Allen.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between McKinney and Frisco. Straight-line distance: 12.48 mi (20.08 km).
#1 McKinney
The third most populous city in Collin County, Texas.
| Population | 208,272 |
| Coordinates | 33.1976200, -96.6152700 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Frisco
Frisco is a city in the US state of Texas located in the counties of Collin and Denton, and an affluent and rapidly developing suburb of Dallas.
| Population | 209,980 |
| Coordinates | 33.1506700, -96.8236100 |
| Altitude | 212 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-96.823654, 33.150495)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 25 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
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 | $2.08 | $4.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.34 | $4.68 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $2.53 | $5.05 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $2.20 | $4.39 |
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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