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Trip from Hewitt, TX to Frisco, TX

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

2h 22m

Distance

129.3 mi

208 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min
4 AM
2h 12m ★
6 AM
2h 22m
8 AM
2h 42m
10 AM
2h 29m
12 PM
2h 27m
3 PM
2h 30m
5 PM
2h 41m
8 PM
2h 16m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city in Texas, United States

Hewitt, TX

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Trip Overview

Embarking on this 129.3-mile journey from Hewitt, TX to Frisco, TX will take approximately 2 hours and 22 minutes. This drive is easily manageable as a single-day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of around $20. You'll primarily travel on I 35E and the Dallas North Tollway, experiencing a mixed drive profile as you traverse the Great Plains region. Given the relatively short duration and straightforward route, it’s an ideal option for a quick excursion or a segment of a larger Texas road trip. The drive is efficient, making it perfect for those who want to get to their destination with minimal fuss.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

64.7 miles from Hewitt, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 22m. Total distance: 129.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (51%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This route offers a mixed drive experience, with 51% of it being on highways. You'll encounter a significant 59.2-mile stretch on I 35E, which forms the longest uninterrupted segment of your trip. The Purple Heart Trail and Dallas North Tollway also contribute to the drive's character, suggesting a blend of high-speed travel and potentially some toll road sections. Expect a predominantly fast-paced journey, characteristic of efficient travel between major Texan hubs within the Great Plains. The road conditions are generally good for covering distance quickly.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35E is the longest continuous segment at about 59.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 44.9 miles in near I 35E.

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 14 significant decision points across 129.3 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: at 44.9 miles (I 35E): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 104.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 104.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7
44.9 mi into trip | ~48m in | I 35E

Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E toward I 35E: Dallas

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 35E: Dallas
7
104.1 mi into trip | ~1h 50m in

Take the exit toward Oak Lawn Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 430A Toward Oak Lawn Avenue
7
104.2 mi into trip | ~1h 50m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
127.3 mi into trip | ~2h 17m in

Take the exit toward Stonebrook Parkway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Stonebrook Parkway
6
127.7 mi into trip | ~2h 18m in | Stonebrook Parkway

Turn right onto Stonebrook Parkway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

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 Hewitt, TX to Frisco, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Dnt North along the way.

Dnt North

104.5 mi in | ~1h 51m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 35E 59.2 mi 1h 2m
Purple Heart Trail 35.6 mi 35m
Dallas North Tollway 22.5 mi 25m
South Jack Kultgen Expressway 6.6 mi 7m
1st Street 1 mi 2m
Parkwood Boulevard 1 mi 1m
East Spring Valley Road 0.6 mi 1m
Oak Lawn Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 35E — 59.2 mi, about 1h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hewitt, TX and Frisco, TX.

1

Start on 1st Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · 1st Street
2

Continue on Flint Rock Road

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Flint Rock Road
3

Turn left onto FM 2113

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Spring Valley Road
4

Take the ramp

0.9 mi · 1 min
Toward I 35 North
5

Merge onto I 35

2.6 mi · 2 min · Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Continue on I 35

6.6 mi · 7 min · South Jack Kultgen Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Continue on I 35; US 77

33 mi · 33 min · Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E

59 mi · 1 hr 2 min · I 35E
Toward I 35E: Dallas Use the slight right lane.
9

Take the exit

411 ft · 7 sec
Exit 430A Toward Oak Lawn Avenue Use the slight right lane.
10

Keep slight right at fork

468 ft · 9 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Turn right onto Oak Lawn Avenue

0.2 mi · 30 sec · Oak Lawn Avenue
12

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward DNT North
13

Merge onto DNT

23 mi · 25 min · Dallas North Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 27 sec
Toward Stonebrook Parkway Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Turn straight onto CR 13

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Dallas Parkway
16

Turn right onto Stonebrook Parkway

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Stonebrook Parkway
Use the right lane.
17

Turn left onto Parkwood Boulevard

1.0 mi · 1 min · Parkwood Boulevard
18

Continue on 5th Street

0.2 mi · 34 sec · 5th Street
19

Turn right onto Elm Street

353 ft · 20 sec · Elm Street
20

Turn left onto 6th Street

346 ft · 15 sec · 6th Street
21

Turn left onto Main Street

309 ft · 14 sec · Main Street
22

Arrive at destination

Main Street

Trip Plan

For this 129.3-mile drive, leaving early in the morning is advisable to avoid potential traffic congestion, especially as you approach the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. With a duration of just over 2 hours, you won't need to split this trip, and stops are not strictly necessary, though you can easily make them if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $20, and plan for potential toll charges on the Dallas North Tollway. A good tip is to be aware of the transition onto I 35E, as this is where the longest stretch of your journey begins and traffic can increase.

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 64.7 miles from Hewitt, TX, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.2 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 28 miles or 31m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 64.7 miles or 1h 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 1h 53m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Frisco, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Hewitt, 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 Hewitt, TX

This is one driving day of about 129.3 miles and 2h 22m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Hewitt, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 35E for about 59.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 64.7 mi from Hewitt, TX · 1h 9m into the drive

city in and county seat of Ellis County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Waxahachie, TX

65 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.

Popular next leg

Waxahachie, TX to Frisco, TX

55.8 mi · 1h 6m

Pacing Suggestions

West, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Waxahachie, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 64.7 miles from Hewitt, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Frisco, TX

The final approach into Frisco, 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 Frisco, 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

$19.54 one way

$39.08 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 45 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $21.39 $42.77
premium $4.54 $23.09 $46.17
diesel $5.61 $28.55 $57.10

Estimated Tolls: $1.80

Dallas North Tollway (22.5 mi) $1.80

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

$20

Tolls

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 45.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 38.8 0 $13.58 $6.21
Efficient EV 32.3 0 $11.31 $5.17
EV Truck/SUV 51.7 0 $18.10 $8.28

Gas CO2

45 kg

EV CO2

15 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Hewitt, TX

Late night in Hewitt on Friday

Local time

2:22 AM

CDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Frisco, TX

Late night in Frisco on Friday

Local time

2:22 AM

CDT

Current temp

60°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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

2h 22m 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 Hewitt, TX to Frisco, TX covers 129.3 miles and takes about 2h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 35E, Purple Heart Trail, Dallas North Tollway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 64.7 miles from Hewitt, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.54 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 14 significant decision points across 129.3 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: at 44.9 miles (I 35E): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 104.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 104.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

On the drive from Hewitt, TX to Frisco, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Dnt North along the way.

Data sources

The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.

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