How far is McKinney, TX from Grand Prairie, TX?
Fastest route
The distance from McKinney, Texas, to Grand Prairie, Texas is approximately 47.3 miles (76.2 kilometers). The fastest route, with an estimated duration of 44 minutes, includes the usage of toll roads, specifically the Sam Rayburn Tollway S and President George Bush Tpke S.
Directions
- Head east toward S Central Expy N.
- Turn right onto S Central Expy N.
- Use the left lane to take the ramp onto TX-121 S/US-75 S.
- Take Sam Rayburn Tollway S and President George Bush Tpke S to State Hwy 161 S in Grand Prairie.
- Take the exit toward TX-180/Main St/Jefferson St from President George Bush Tpke S.
- Merge onto State Hwy 161 S/President George Bush Tpke S.
- Drive to W Main St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your trip during off-peak hours to avoid traffic congestion and reduce travel time.
- 💳 Be prepared for tolls along the route. Ensure you have the necessary payment methods or a toll pass.
- 🛣️ Stay attentive to road signs and directions to avoid missing exits or turns.
- ⛽ Before starting your journey, ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the trip.
- 📱 Consider using a navigation app or GPS device to stay on track and get real-time traffic updates.
FAQs
Q: What is the distance between McKinney, Texas, and Grand Prairie, Texas? A: The distance is approximately 47.3 miles (76.2 kilometers).
Q: How long does it take to travel from McKinney to Grand Prairie? A: The estimated travel time is 44 minutes.
Q: Is the route toll-free? A: No, the route includes the usage of toll roads, specifically the Sam Rayburn Tollway S and President George Bush Tpke S.
Q: Are there any alternatives to the toll roads for this route? A: Yes, there may be alternative routes that avoid toll roads, but they might have longer travel times.
Q: What should I do if I miss an exit or turn during the journey? A: If you miss an exit or turn, use a navigation app or GPS to recalculate the route and guide you back on track.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 00h 49m.
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.
The fourth most populous city in Dallas County, Texas.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between McKinney and Grand Prairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McKinney and Grand Prairie.
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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
1.4 mi · 3 min · East Virginia Street
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Turn left onto South Central Expressway
3105 ft · 53 sec · South Central Expressway
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Take the ramp slight left toward US 75 South, TX 121 South
1722 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto Central Expressway
28.9 mi · 31 min · Central Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Waco, Denton
2006 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Saint Paul Street
730 ft · 18 sec
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Continue on Woodall Rodgers Freeway
1.1 mi · 2 min · Woodall Rodgers Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35E South: Waco
2425 ft · 51 sec
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Turn straight onto North Stemmons Freeway
542 ft · 11 sec · North Stemmons Freeway
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 35E South, I 30
1333 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 30 West: Fort Worth
2379 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left onto Tom Landry Freeway
9.9 mi · 11 min · Tom Landry Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Belt Line Road
1342 ft · 23 sec
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Turn straight onto East Interstate 30
2496 ft · 50 sec · East Interstate 30
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Turn left onto North Belt Line Road
1.2 km · 2 min · North Belt Line Road
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Continue on North Belt Line Road
532 ft · 13 sec · North Belt Line Road
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Turn right onto Davis Street
1068 ft · 26 sec · Davis Street
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Turn slight right onto East Main Street
5 m · 3 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right
23 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between McKinney and Grand Prairie.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Central Expressway
Merge slight left onto Central Expressway
28.9 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving McKinney and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Grand Prairie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from McKinney to Grand Prairie?
The road trip is about 48.6 miles (78.2 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?
Richardson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.9 miles from McKinney and 25.7 miles from Grand Prairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.3 miles (61.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.46 one way or $12.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.2 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 Grand Prairie.
Stop Ideas Near Richardson
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 McKinney and Grand Prairie. Straight-line distance: 38.28 mi (61.61 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 Grand Prairie
The ninth most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 195,272 |
| Coordinates | 32.7459600, -96.9977800 |
| Altitude | 157 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-96.997772, 32.74596)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 78 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $6.46 | $12.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.27 | $14.54 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $7.85 | $15.70 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $6.83 | $13.66 |
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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