How far is Sherman, TX from Frisco, TX?
The driving distance from Sherman, TX to Frisco, TX is about 40.3 miles (64.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.7 miles (57.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 47m 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 00h 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Wood County, Texas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sherman and Frisco.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sherman and Frisco.
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Start on East Lamar Street
100 m · 17 sec · East Lamar Street
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Turn left onto South Walnut Street
112 m · 19 sec · South Walnut Street
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Turn left onto East Houston Street
3.3 mi · 5 min · East Houston Street
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Continue on State Highway 56
2.1 mi · 3 min · State Highway 56
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Turn left
1917 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight onto State Highway 289
25.3 mi · 31 min · State Highway 289
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Continue on North Preston Road
7.8 mi · 11 min · North Preston Road
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Turn right onto Main Street
1.2 mi · 3 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 Sherman and Frisco.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 289
Turn straight onto State Highway 289
25.3 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 Rain Showers leaving Sherman 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 Sherman to Frisco?
The road trip is about 40.3 miles (64.8 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Gunter is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.2 miles from Sherman and 20.1 miles from Frisco.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.7 miles (57.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.6 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 4:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.37 one way or $10.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Sherman and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Frisco.
Stop Ideas Near Gunter
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 Gunter.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sherman and Frisco. Straight-line distance: 35.73 mi (57.5 km).
#1 Sherman
A city in Grayson County, Texas.
| Population | 45,136 |
| Coordinates | 33.6356600, -96.6088800 |
| Altitude | 224 |
| 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: 65 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
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 | $5.37 | $10.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.04 | $12.08 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $6.52 | $13.04 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $5.67 | $11.34 |
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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