Origin
McKinney, TX
Afternoon in McKinney on Sunday
Local time
2:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McKinney, TX to Anna, TX
Drive Time
19m
Distance
11.9 mi
19 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McKinney, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Anna, TX
Victor Gavela
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from McKinney to Anna, you will find this 11.9-mile journey to be a straightforward trip across the Great Plains. Clocking in at approximately 19 minutes, it is perfectly suited for a single-day outing. You will spend roughly $2 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. Because the distance is so short, you certainly do not need to worry about overnight arrangements. The drive stays entirely within the state of Texas, moving you efficiently between these two northern locations.
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
5.9 miles from McKinney, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate haul on this route. While about 20% of the trip involves highway travel, the majority of your time will be spent navigating local roads like McKinney Street and South Powell Parkway. You will encounter your longest stretch of continuous driving during a 5.3-mile segment on North McDonald Street. This layout keeps you engaged behind the wheel, requiring more attention than a straight highway shot. It is a practical, functional connection that prioritizes local transit over high-speed touring.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North McDonald Street is the longest continuous segment at about 5.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Hunt Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 19m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Hunt Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (TX 5 / North McDonald Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles (TX 5 / McKinney Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Hunt Street
Turn right onto Hunt Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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TX 5 / North McDonald Street
Turn left onto TX 5 / North McDonald Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
3
6 mi into trip
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~9m in
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TX 5 / McKinney Street
Turn left onto TX 5 / McKinney Street
Navigation decision point
3
11.7 mi into trip
|
~18m in
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FM 2862 / West 4th Street
Turn right onto FM 2862 / West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
4
11.9 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
South Sherley Road
Turn right onto South Sherley Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North McDonald Street | 5.3 mi | 8m |
| McKinney Street | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| South Powell Parkway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Sam Rayburn Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Hunt Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West 4th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Tennessee Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Sherley Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North McDonald Street
— 5.3 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McKinney, TX and Anna, TX.
1
Start on North Tennessee Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
North Tennessee Street
2
Turn right onto Hunt Street
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
Hunt Street
3
Turn left onto TX 5
5.3 mi
·
8 min
·
North McDonald Street
Use the none lane.
4
Turn right onto TX 5; TX 121
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
Sam Rayburn Highway
5
Turn left onto TX 5
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
McKinney Street
6
Continue on TX 5
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
South Powell Parkway
7
Turn right onto FM 2862
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
West 4th Street
8
Turn right onto South Sherley Road
35 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Sherley Road
9
Arrive at destination
South Sherley Road
Trip Plan
Since this trip only takes about 19 minutes, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily fit this transit into a busy schedule without needing to plan for formal rest stops or meal breaks. Given that the entire route spans less than 12 miles, keep your eyes on local traffic patterns rather than long-distance road conditions. Make sure to account for the frequent turns along North McDonald Street as you plan your navigation. Enjoy the simplicity of this short drive, knowing you can easily complete it in one go without any specialized fuel or rest logistics.
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 5.9 miles from McKinney, TX, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.3 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 11.9 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.9 miles or 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Anna, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving McKinney, 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 McKinney, TX
This is one driving day of about 11.9 miles and 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from McKinney, 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 North McDonald Street for about 5.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.9 mi from McKinney, TX · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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
Arriving in Anna, TX
The final approach into Anna, 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 Anna, 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
$1.82 one way
$3.64 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.99 | $3.98 |
| premium | $4.59 | $2.15 | $4.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.64 | $5.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.25 | $0.57 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.04 | $0.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.67 | $0.76 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Anna, TX
Afternoon in Anna on Sunday
Local time
2:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
41°F
Wylie, TX
6 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
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
19m 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 McKinney, TX to Anna, TX covers 11.9 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North McDonald Street, McKinney Street, South Powell Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.9 miles from McKinney, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.82 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 straightforward 19m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Hunt Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (TX 5 / North McDonald Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles (TX 5 / McKinney Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from McKinney, TX to Anna, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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