How far is Van Alstyne, TX from Collinsville, TX?
The driving distance from Van Alstyne, TX to Collinsville, TX is about 28.7 miles (46.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.6 miles (34.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m 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 46m.
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 Van Alstyne and Collinsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Van Alstyne and Collinsville.
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Start on South Waco Street
719 ft · 22 sec · South Waco Street
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Turn left onto West Van Alstyne Parkway
21.4 mi · 35 min · West Van Alstyne Parkway
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Turn straight onto Sherman Street
3248 ft · 1 min · Sherman Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Ray Roberts Parkway
6.5 mi · 10 min · Ray Roberts Parkway
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Turn right onto West Woodland Street
99 m · 12 sec · West Woodland Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
36 m · 3 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Van Alstyne and Collinsville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Van Alstyne Parkway
Turn left onto West Van Alstyne Parkway
21.4 mi · 00h 35m
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 Van Alstyne and Mostly Cloudy near Collinsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Van Alstyne to Collinsville?
The road trip is about 28.7 miles (46.2 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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 14.4 miles from Van Alstyne and 14.4 miles from Collinsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.6 miles (34.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.82 one way or $7.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Van Alstyne and Mostly Cloudy near Collinsville.
Stop Ideas Near Gunter
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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 Van Alstyne and Collinsville. Straight-line distance: 21.54 mi (34.66 km).
#1 Van Alstyne
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 4,633 |
| Coordinates | 33.4215000, -96.5772100 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Collinsville
Town in Texas
| Population | 1,983 |
| Coordinates | 33.5615000, -96.9111100 |
| Altitude | 229 |
| Country | United States |
End: Collinsville (-96.91111, 33.5615)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 46 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
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 | $3.82 | $7.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.29 | $8.59 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $4.64 | $9.27 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $4.03 | $8.07 |
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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