Origin
Alpine, TX
Morning in Alpine on Monday
Local time
9:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alpine, TX to McKinney, TX
Drive Time
7h 53m
Distance
528.5 mi
851 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$81
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 44m
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6 AM
7h 53m
8 AM
8h 11m
10 AM
8h 0m
12 PM
7h 58m
3 PM
8h 1m
5 PM
8h 10m
8 PM
7h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alpine, TX
Timo Niedermann
McKinney, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
The drive from Alpine, TX to McKinney, TX covers 528.5 miles and takes about 7h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North 6th Street, West Holland Avenue, Highway 90 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is long-distance drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $80.73 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
264.2 miles from Alpine, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
At 528.5 miles and 7h 53m of driving, this is a route where fuel stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single turn. The main roads are North 6th Street and West Holland Avenue.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North 6th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
At 7h 53m, this is a long-haul route where pacing matters more than any single turn. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 53m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Alpine, TX to McKinney, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 6th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Holland Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 90 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 67 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South US Higway 67 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Interstate 10 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 67 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North 6th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alpine, TX and McKinney, TX.
1
Start on West Avenue E
243 ft
·
9 sec
·
West Avenue E
2
Turn left onto North 6th Street
338 ft
·
20 sec
·
North 6th Street
3
Turn left onto West Holland Avenue
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Holland Avenue
4
Continue on East US Highway 90
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
East US Highway 90
5
Turn straight onto US Highway 67
22 mi
·
24 min
·
US Highway 67
6
Continue on South US Higway 67
25 mi
·
28 min
·
South US Higway 67
7
Turn right onto Interstate 10 West
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Interstate 10 West
8
Take the ramp straight toward I 10 East: Fort Stockton
24 mi
·
22 min
·
I 10 East: Fort Stockton
9
Take the exit slight right toward US 67, US 385: McCamey, San Angelo
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 67, US 385: McCamey, San Angelo
10
Continue straight
50 mi
·
56 min
11
Turn left onto Main Street
42 mi
·
43 min
·
Main Street
12
Continue on South State Highway 349
10 mi
·
10 min
·
South State Highway 349
13
Continue on Rankin Highway
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
Rankin Highway
14
Turn right onto East Interstate 20
344 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Interstate 20
15
Take the ramp slight left toward I 20 East: Abilene
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 20 East: Abilene
16
Merge slight left
284 mi
·
4 hr 47 min
17
Keep slight left to continue on West Freeway
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
West Freeway
18
Take the exit slight right toward I 820 North
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 820 North
19
Merge slight left onto Jim Wright Freeway
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Jim Wright Freeway
20
Continue on Northeast Loop
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
Northeast Loop
21
Keep slight left to continue on I 820 TEXpress
6.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 820 TEXpress
22
Continue on SH 121/183 TEXpress
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
SH 121/183 TEXpress
23
Take the exit slight right toward TX 121 North: DFW Airport North Entry
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
TX 121 North: DFW Airport North Entry
24
Keep slight left to continue on TX 121 North, I 635 East
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
TX 121 North, I 635 East
25
Continue on Sam Rayburn Tollway
3.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Sam Rayburn Tollway
26
Continue straight
1.3 mi
·
1 min
27
Continue on Sam Rayburn Tollway
20 mi
·
21 min
·
Sam Rayburn Tollway
28
Continue straight
1.2 mi
·
1 min
29
Continue on South McDonald Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South McDonald Street
30
Turn slight left
282 ft
·
10 sec
31
Continue on South Tennessee Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Tennessee Street
32
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 264.2 miles from Alpine, TX, or about 3h 56m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 116 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 264.2 miles or 3h 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near McKinney, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alpine, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alpine, TX
This is one driving day of about 528.5 miles and 7h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 116 miles from Alpine, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 264.2 mi from Alpine, TX · 3h 56m into the drive
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
174 mi into the route
Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch
This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.
Second major stop
Meal stop
349 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 116 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 264.2 miles from Alpine, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in McKinney, TX
The final approach into McKinney, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around McKinney, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$80.73 one way
$161.46 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
185 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $88.47 | $176.94 |
| premium | $4.59 | $95.53 | $191.05 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $117.41 | $234.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$81
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$106–$131
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 184.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $55 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 158.5 | 1 | $55.49 | $25.37 |
| Efficient EV | 132.1 | 1 | $46.24 | $21.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 211.4 | 2 | $73.99 | $33.82 |
Gas CO2
185 kg
EV CO2
62 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
McKinney, TX
Morning in McKinney on Monday
Local time
9:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
10 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
7h 53m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Alpine, TX to McKinney, TX covers 528.5 miles and takes about 7h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 6th Street, West Holland Avenue, Highway 90. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 264.2 miles from Alpine, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $80.73 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 53m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Alpine, TX to McKinney, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Alpine, TX to McKinney, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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