Origin
Frisco, TX
Night in Frisco on Thursday
Local time
9:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Frisco, TX to Rhode Island, TX
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
2h 1m
Distance
108.8 mi
175 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 52m
★
6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 19m
10 AM
2h 7m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 18m
8 PM
1h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rhode Island, TX
Beth Fitzpatrick
Trip Overview
This 108.8-mile drive from Frisco, TX to Rhode Island, TX, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 1 minute to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, it's an economical option for a quick getaway. The route is predominantly highway-focused, meaning you'll spend a significant portion of your time on faster roads. You'll be traveling within the Great Plains region throughout this journey, so expect consistent scenery. Given its short duration and minimal stops, this trip is easily manageable in one go, making it ideal for a spontaneous day trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.4 miles from Frisco, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 108.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with 76% of your journey on high-speed roads. The bulk of your travel will occur on the Julius Schepps Freeway, where you'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 79.4 miles. This means you'll experience a consistent pace for a considerable part of the drive. The route utilizes major arteries like the Dallas North Tollway and FM 833, suggesting a mix of toll roads and well-maintained state highways that facilitate efficient travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Julius Schepps Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 79.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Julius Schepps Freeway and Dallas North Tollway. 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.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 108.8 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 1.2 miles (Stonebrook Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (Dallas Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
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.
6
1.2 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Stonebrook Parkway
Turn right onto Stonebrook Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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Dallas Parkway
Turn left onto Dallas Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward DNT Toll South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward DNT Toll South
7
106.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
Take the exit toward FM 833
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 206
Toward FM 833
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Frisco, TX to Rhode Island, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Downtown
24.8 mi in
|
~29m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Julius Schepps Freeway | 79.4 mi | 1h 21m |
| Dallas North Tollway | 22.9 mi | 25m |
| FM 833 | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Parkwood Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| East FM 833 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Pearl Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Harry Hines Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Stonebrook Parkway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Julius Schepps Freeway
— 79.4 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Frisco, TX and Rhode Island, TX.
1
Start on Main Street
87 ft
·
9 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto 5th Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
5th Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on Parkwood Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Parkwood Boulevard
4
Turn right onto Stonebrook Parkway
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
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
23 mi
·
25 min
·
Dallas North Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward Harry Hines Boulevard, Downtown
9
Continue on Harry Hines Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Harry Hines Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn slight left
370 ft
·
11 sec
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Turn straight onto Moody Street
327 ft
·
8 sec
·
Moody Street
12
Continue on North Pearl Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Pearl Street
13
Turn left onto Woodall Rodgers Freeway
288 ft
·
5 sec
·
Woodall Rodgers Freeway
Use the left lane.
14
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 45 South
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Merge onto I 45
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Julius Schepps Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 45
76 mi
·
1 hr 18 min
·
Julius Schepps Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 206
Toward FM 833
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn left onto North Interstate 45
307 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Interstate 45
19
Turn left onto FM 833
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
FM 833
20
At end of road, turn right onto TX 75; FM 833
52 ft
·
1 sec
·
North State Highway 75
21
Turn left onto FM 833
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East FM 833
22
Turn right onto County Road 161
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
County Road 161
23
Arrive at destination
County Road 161
Trip Plan
With a travel time of just over two hours, this route offers excellent flexibility. You can leave Frisco, TX, at your leisure, perhaps after the morning rush hour. Since the drive is relatively short and has no designated stops, plan for fuel and any necessary breaks before you depart or be prepared to make an unplanned stop. The longest stretch on the Julius Schepps Freeway is nearly 80 miles, so ensure you have enough fuel before you get onto it. This short distance makes it perfect for a spontaneous trip with minimal planning required.
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 54.4 miles from Frisco, TX, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.4 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 24 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.4 miles or 1h 2m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rhode Island, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 108.8 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Frisco, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Julius Schepps Freeway for about 79.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.4 mi from Frisco, TX · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 54.4 miles from Frisco, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Julius Schepps Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 79.4 miles.
Arriving in Rhode Island, TX
The final approach into Rhode Island, 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 Rhode Island, 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
$16.44 one way
$32.88 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $17.99 | $35.99 |
| premium | $4.54 | $19.43 | $38.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.02 | $48.04 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.83
Dallas North Tollway
(22.9 mi)
$1.83
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
$16
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.6 | 0 | $11.42 | $5.22 |
| Efficient EV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.52 | $4.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.5 | 0 | $15.23 | $6.96 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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
Rhode Island, TX
Night in Rhode Island on Thursday
Local time
9:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°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
11 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
2h 1m 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 Rhode Island, TX covers 108.8 miles and takes about 2h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Julius Schepps Freeway, Dallas North Tollway, FM 833. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.4 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 $16.44 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 108.8 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 1.2 miles (Stonebrook Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (Dallas Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Frisco, TX to Rhode Island, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
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