Richardson, TX Road Trips
Sitting in the Great Plains, Richardson, TX is a local road trip base with 9 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 7-mile quick runs to 440-mile cross-state drives. Routes from Richardson, TX spread mainly west and south, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
9
Longest Drive
440.3 mi
Corpus Christi, TX
Quickest Drive
10m
Plano, TX
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Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Richardson, TX
Richardson, TX to Corpus Christi, TX
Richardson, TX to Lubbock, TX
Richardson, TX to Houston, TX
Richardson, TX to Austin, TX
Richardson, TX to Fort Worth, TX
Richardson, TX to Arlington, TX
Richardson, TX to Frisco, TX
Richardson, TX to Irving, TX
Richardson, TX to Plano, TX
Driving from Richardson, TX
Expect an average of 152 miles and about 2h 28m behind the wheel when leaving Richardson, TX. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 440 miles (6h 16m), while the shortest is just 7 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Richardson, TX are Corpus Christi, TX (440.3 mi, 6h 16m), Lubbock, TX (347.5 mi, 5h 17m), Houston, TX (251 mi, 4h 27m), Austin, TX (208.2 mi, 3h 42m), and Fort Worth, TX (44.5 mi, 51m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in TX currently averages around $3.78 per gallon. For the typical 152-mile trip from Richardson, TX, budget about $23 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 9 mapped routes leaving Richardson, TX and 0 routes heading into Richardson, TX, covering 9 total connections. Distances range from 7 to 440 miles.
The longest mapped route from Richardson, TX covers 440 miles and takes approximately 6h 16m. Shorter options start at just 7 miles.
The average route from Richardson, TX runs about 152 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 28m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.78/gallon for regular), the average 152-mile trip from Richardson, TX costs roughly $23 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Richardson, TX include Corpus Christi, TX, Lubbock, TX, Houston, TX and Austin, TX. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
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