Origin
Frisco, TX
Afternoon in Frisco on Sunday
Local time
2:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Frisco, TX to Burleson, TX
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
61.5 mi
99 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Burleson, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Frisco to Burleson, expect a straightforward 61.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 12 minutes. This drive is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $9 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Great Plains locations. Since the route remains within the same region, you will find a consistent landscape throughout your travels. It is an efficient, highway-focused trip that prioritizes speed and directness over scenic detours, making it a reliable choice for commuters or weekend travelers.
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
30.8 miles from Frisco, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a fast-paced experience, as 72% of this route takes place on major highways. You will primarily navigate via TX 121, the Sam Rayburn Tollway, and the North South Freeway, which keep traffic moving steadily. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 21.9-mile segment on TX 121, allowing for a consistent rhythm behind the wheel. Because the drive is heavily highway-reliant, it feels more like a functional transit between points than a winding, slow-paced road trip. You can count on these primary thoroughfares to provide a predictable, high-speed connection for the duration of your hour-long transit.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
TX 121 is the longest continuous segment at about 21.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 121 and North South Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 5th Street.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 61.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (5th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.8 miles (TX 121): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.5 miles (TX 121 / Airport Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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5th Street
Turn left onto 5th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
24.8 mi into trip
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~29m in
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TX 121
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 121 toward TX 121 South: Forth Worth, Arlington, Grand Praire
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward TX 121 South: Forth Worth, Arlington, Gr...
9
38.5 mi into trip
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~45m in
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TX 121 / Airport Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 121 / Airport Freeway toward TX 121 South: Downtown, Fort Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 25A
Toward TX 121 South: Downtown, Fort Worth
8
45.6 mi into trip
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~53m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35W South, US 287 South, US 377 South: Waco
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 35W South, US 287 South, US 377 South:...
7
60.8 mi into trip
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~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward FM 3391: Renfro Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 36
Toward FM 3391: Renfro Street
Towns Along This Route
Between Frisco, TX and Burleson, TX, road signs point toward Srt: Sam Rayburn Tollway, Arlington, Grand Praire, Fort Worth and Ft Worth.
Srt: Sam Rayburn Tollway
3.8 mi in
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~6m
Arlington
24.8 mi in
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~29m
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via TX 121
Grand Praire
24.8 mi in
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~29m
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via TX 121
Fort Worth
38.5 mi in
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~45m
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via TX 121
Ft Worth
38.7 mi in
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~45m
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via TX 121
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TX 121 | 21.9 mi | 24m |
| North South Freeway | 14.7 mi | 16m |
| Sam Rayburn Tollway | 11.6 mi | 12m |
| Airport Freeway | 7.2 mi | 8m |
| Dallas North Tollway | 1.8 mi | 1m |
| Parkwood Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Renfro Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Stonebrook Parkway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
TX 121
— 21.9 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Frisco, TX and Burleson, TX.
1
Start on Main Street
87 ft
·
9 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto 5th Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
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5th Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on Parkwood Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Parkwood Boulevard
4
Turn right onto Stonebrook Parkway
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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Stonebrook Parkway
Use the right lane.
5
Turn left onto Dallas Parkway
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Dallas Parkway
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
Toward DNT Toll South
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Merge onto DNT
1.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Dallas North Tollway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward SRT: Sam Rayburn Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto SRT
8.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Sam Rayburn Tollway
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on TX 121
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
TX 121
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on SRT
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Sam Rayburn Tollway
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on TX 121
6.9 mi
·
7 min
·
TX 121
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 121
14 mi
·
15 min
·
TX 121
Toward TX 121 South: Forth Worth, Arlington, Grand Praire
Use the left / right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 121
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Airport Freeway
Exit 25A
Toward TX 121 South: Downtown, Fort Worth
Use the slight right lane.
16
Continue on TX 121
6.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Airport Freeway
Exit 24B
Toward TX 121 South: Downtown, Ft Worth
Use the none lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 35W South, US 287 South, US 377 South: Waco
Use the slight left lane.
18
Merge onto I 35W; US 287; US 377
15 mi
·
16 min
·
North South Freeway
Use the none lane.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 36
Toward FM 3391: Renfro Street
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn straight onto North Burleson Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Burleson Boulevard
21
Turn right onto Spur 50
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Renfro Street
22
Turn left onto South Main Street
342 ft
·
14 sec
·
South Main Street
23
Enter roundabout onto East Ellison Street
69 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Ellison Street
24
Arrive at destination
East Ellison Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 61.5-mile drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, because you will be spending the majority of your time on busy highways like the Sam Rayburn Tollway, try to avoid peak rush hour traffic to ensure you stay within that 1 hour and 12 minute estimate. You do not need to worry about planning for long rest breaks, as the trip is designed to be completed in one go. Keep your $9 fuel budget in mind when planning your total travel costs for the day. A helpful tip for this specific route is to monitor traffic reports for the North South Freeway before you pull out of your driveway, as congestion can quickly impact your arrival time on these major arteries.
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 30.8 miles from Frisco, TX, or about 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.9 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 61.5 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.8 miles or 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burleson, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Frisco, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Frisco, TX
This is one driving day of about 61.5 miles and 1h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Frisco, 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 TX 121 for about 21.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.8 mi from Frisco, TX · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 61.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.8 miles from Frisco, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Burleson, TX
The final approach into Burleson, 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 Burleson, 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
$9.39 one way
$18.79 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $10.30 | $20.59 |
| premium | $4.59 | $11.12 | $22.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.66 | $27.33 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.08
Sam Rayburn Tollway
(11.6 mi)
$0.93
Dallas North Tollway
(1.8 mi)
$0.15
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.46 | $2.95 |
| Efficient EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.38 | $2.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.61 | $3.94 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Burleson, TX
Afternoon in Burleson on Sunday
Local time
2:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 12m 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 Frisco, TX to Burleson, TX covers 61.5 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are TX 121, North South Freeway, Sam Rayburn Tollway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.8 miles from Frisco, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.39 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 demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 61.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (5th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.8 miles (TX 121): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.5 miles (TX 121 / Airport Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Frisco, TX and Burleson, TX, road signs point toward Srt: Sam Rayburn Tollway, Arlington, Grand Praire, Fort Worth and Ft Worth.
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