Origin
Anna, TX
Afternoon in Anna on Sunday
Local time
2:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Anna, TX to McKinney, TX
Drive Time
19m
Distance
11.9 mi
19 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Anna, TX
Victor Gavela
McKinney, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick commute or errand run between Anna and McKinney, Texas, you are looking at a brief 11.9-mile journey. This trip typically takes about 19 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. You will spend roughly $2 on fuel for the entire drive, which keeps your transit costs minimal. Navigating through the heart of the Great Plains, your path primarily follows North McDonald Street, McKinney Street, and South Powell Parkway. Because the distance is so short, you can easily complete this drive in one go without needing an overnight stay. It is a straightforward trip that favors efficiency over sightseeing.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
6 miles from Anna, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. Only 20 percent of your travel time will be spent on highways, meaning the majority of your trip involves navigating local roads. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch—a 5.5-mile segment—while traveling along North McDonald Street. Because the route is composed of local roads, you should prepare for a more interactive driving experience compared to a monotonous highway trek. The character of the road remains consistent as you transition between these two Texas towns, keeping your focus on the road ahead.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North McDonald Street is the longest continuous segment at about 5.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near FM 2862 / West 4th Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 19m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (FM 2862 / West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (TX 5 / South Powell Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles (TX 5 / North McDonald Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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FM 2862 / West 4th Street
Turn left onto FM 2862 / West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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TX 5 / South Powell Parkway
Turn left onto TX 5 / South Powell Parkway
Navigation decision point
4
6.3 mi into trip
|
~9m in
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TX 5 / North McDonald Street
Turn slight left onto TX 5 / North McDonald Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
11.7 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
East Cloyd Street
Turn right onto East Cloyd Street
Navigation decision point
5
11.9 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
South Tennessee Street
Turn right onto South Tennessee Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North McDonald Street | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| McKinney Street | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| South Powell Parkway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Sam Rayburn Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West 4th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Cloyd Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Tennessee Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Sherley Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North McDonald Street
— 5.5 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anna, TX and McKinney, TX.
1
Start on South Sherley Road
35 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Sherley Road
2
Turn left onto FM 2862
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
West 4th Street
3
Turn left onto TX 5
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
South Powell Parkway
4
Continue on TX 5
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
McKinney Street
5
Turn right onto TX 121
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Sam Rayburn Highway
6
Turn slight left onto TX 5
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
North McDonald Street
Use the none lane.
7
Turn right onto East Cloyd Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Cloyd Street
8
Turn right onto South Tennessee Street
375 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Tennessee Street
9
Arrive at destination
North Tennessee Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 19-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You will not need to plan for any stops along the way, as the 11.9-mile distance is easily manageable in one sitting. Keep in mind that because the route relies on local streets rather than major highways, traffic patterns might fluctuate during peak hours. Budget about $2 for gas to cover your transit comfortably. My best advice for this specific drive is to stay alert for turns, as the route requires more frequent maneuvering than a standard highway route.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 6 miles from Anna, TX, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.5 miles.
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 11.9 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
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 Anna, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Anna, TX
This is one driving day of about 11.9 miles and 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Anna, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on North McDonald Street for about 5.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6 mi from Anna, TX · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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
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
$1.82 one way
$3.64 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.99 | $3.98 |
| premium | $4.59 | $2.15 | $4.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.64 | $5.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.25 | $0.57 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.04 | $0.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.67 | $0.76 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Afternoon in McKinney on Sunday
Local time
2:48 PM
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
1 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
19m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Anna, TX to McKinney, TX covers 11.9 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North McDonald Street, McKinney Street, South Powell Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6 miles from Anna, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.82 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 19m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (FM 2862 / West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (TX 5 / South Powell Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles (TX 5 / North McDonald Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Anna, TX to McKinney, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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