Drive Time
7h 29m
Distance
414 mi
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$62
one way
The drive from McKinney, TX to Aransas Pass, TX covers 414 miles and takes about 7h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Virginia Street, South Central Expressway, US 75 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $61.59 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
207 miles from McKinney, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 44m into the drive .
Expect a 7h 29m drive with frequent turns across 414 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Virginia Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Central Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 75 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Central Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Downtown | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Central Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Elm Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Pearl Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between McKinney, TX and Aransas Pass, TX.
Start on North Tennessee Street
Turn left onto East Virginia Street
Turn left onto South Central Expressway
Take the ramp slight left toward US 75 South, TX 121 South
Merge slight left onto Central Expressway
Take the exit slight left toward Downtown, Good-Latimer Expressway
Continue on North Central Expressway
Turn right onto Elm Street
Turn left onto North Pearl Expressway
Turn right onto Young Street
Turn left onto South Harwood Street
Turn right onto Canton Street
Take the ramp slight left toward I 30 West
Keep slight left to continue on I 35E South, I 35E North: Waco, Denton
Keep slight left to continue on I 35E North, I 35E South: Denton, Waco
Keep slight left to continue on I 35E South: Waco
Continue on South R L Thornton Freeway
Continue on South R L Thornton Freeway
Continue on North Jack Kultgen Expressway
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
Keep slight left
Take the exit slight right toward TX 130 Toll South: San Antonio
Continue straight
Take the exit slight right toward US 183 South: Lockhart
Continue on United States Highway 183
Continue on North Colorado Street
Continue on US 183
Continue on North Magnolia Avenue
Turn left onto East Pierce Street
Continue on North United States Highway 183
Continue on North Esplanade Street
Continue on South US Highway 183
Continue on South US Highway 183/ US 87
Continue on North Jefferson Street
Continue on South US Highway 183
Continue on North Alamo Street
Continue on North Alamo Street
Turn left onto East Empresario Street
Turn right
Continue on Farm to Market Road 136
Turn left onto State Highway 188
Turn right onto FM 1069 North
Turn left onto West Wheeler Avenue
Keep slight left to continue on West Cleveland Boulevard
Turn left onto Harrison Boulevard
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 91 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 207 miles or 3h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Aransas Pass, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving McKinney, 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.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from McKinney, TX
This is one driving day of about 414 miles and 7h 29m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 207 mi from McKinney, TX · 3h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
207 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.
A short stop after about 91 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 207 miles from McKinney, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Aransas Pass, 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 Aransas Pass, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$61.59 one way
$123.19 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $69.30 | $138.61 |
| premium | $4.59 | $74.83 | $149.66 |
| diesel | $3.99 | $65.08 | $130.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$62
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 144.9 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $43 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 124.2 | 1 | $43.47 | $19.87 |
| Efficient EV | 103.5 | 1 | $36.22 | $16.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 165.6 | 2 | $57.96 | $26.50 |
Gas CO2
145 kg
EV CO2
48 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in McKinney on Saturday
Local time
4:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Aransas Pass on Saturday
Local time
4:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
60°F
Killeen, TX
207 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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