Origin
Krum, TX
Morning in Krum on Friday
Local time
11:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Krum, TX to McKinney, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
39.5 mi
64 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Krum, TX
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McKinney, TX
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Trip Overview
The drive from Krum, TX to McKinney, TX covers 39.5 miles and takes about 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West University Drive, US Highway 380 East, North Loop 288 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.1 miles on West University Drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.97 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 39.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (25%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 58m drive with frequent turns across 39.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West University Drive is the longest continuous segment at about 15.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.5 miles in near North Interstate 35.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 39.5 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles (North Interstate 35): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 10 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
3.5 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
North Interstate 35
At end of road, turn right onto North Interstate 35
Navigation decision point
4
3.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward Loop 288 East
Navigation decision point
Toward Loop 288 East
5
10 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward US 380, US 377: Decatur, McKinney
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 380, US 377: Decatur, McKinney
9
10.3 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 377, US 380: McKinney
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Toward US 377, US 380: McKinney
5
36.8 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward US 75 South, TX 121 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 75 South, TX 121 South
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 Krum, TX to McKinney, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 288 East along the way.
Loop 288 East
3.8 mi in
|
~5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West University Drive | 15.1 mi | 21m |
| US Highway 380 East | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| North Loop 288 | 6.1 mi | 7m |
| West McCart Street | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| East University Drive | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| West Louisiana Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| North Central Expressway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| North Interstate 35 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West University Drive
— 15.1 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Krum, TX and McKinney, TX.
1
Start on FM 1173
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
West McCart Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto North Interstate 35
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
North Interstate 35
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Loop 288 East
4
Continue on Loop 288; US 380 Truck
6.1 mi
·
7 min
·
North Loop 288
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 380, US 377: Decatur, McKinney
6
Keep slight right at fork
204 ft
·
7 sec
Toward US 377, US 380: McKinney
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
Turn left onto US 380
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
East University Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Continue on US 377; US 380
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
US Highway 380 East
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 380
7.6 mi
·
10 min
·
West University Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on US 380
7.6 mi
·
11 min
·
West University Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Take the exit
227 ft
·
6 sec
Toward US 75 South, TX 121 South
12
Turn slight right onto North Central Expressway
267 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Central Expressway
13
Continue on North Central Expressway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
North Central Expressway
14
Turn left onto West Louisiana Street
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West Louisiana Street
15
Turn left onto North Tennessee Street
119 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Tennessee Street
16
Arrive at destination
North Tennessee Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.8 mi from Krum, TX · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.8 miles from Krum, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in McKinney, TX
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into McKinney, TX if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.97 one way
$11.94 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $6.53 | $13.07 |
| premium | $4.54 | $7.05 | $14.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.72 | $17.44 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.09
Central Expressway
(1.2 mi)
$0.09
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$0
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.15 | $1.90 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.46 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.53 | $2.53 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Morning in McKinney on Friday
Local time
11:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
58m 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 Krum, TX to McKinney, TX covers 39.5 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West University Drive, US Highway 380 East, North Loop 288. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.8 miles from Krum, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.97 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 39.5 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles (North Interstate 35): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 10 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Krum, TX to McKinney, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 288 East along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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