Origin
McKinney, TX
Late night in McKinney on Friday
Local time
4:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McKinney, TX to Lumberton, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 37m
Distance
286.9 mi
462 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 24m
★
6 AM
5h 37m
8 AM
6h 4m
10 AM
5h 47m
12 PM
5h 44m
3 PM
5h 48m
5 PM
6h 3m
8 PM
5h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McKinney, TX
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Lumberton, TX
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Trip Overview
Embarking from McKinney, Texas, to Lumberton, Texas, this 286.9-mile journey is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take around 5 hours and 37 minutes of driving time. You'll navigate a mix of major highways, with about 42% of your drive on high-speed roads, making it a relatively efficient passage through the Great Plains region. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is approximately $43, and with one recommended stop, it’s designed for a straightforward drive. This route offers a practical way to cover ground within Texas without the need for an overnight stay, allowing for a full day at your destination.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
143.4 miles from McKinney, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 47m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 37m. Total distance: 286.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (42%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive presents a mixed profile, blending faster highway stretches with more localized roads. While 42% of the route is on highways, you'll also experience segments on roads like East Denman Avenue. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 82.3 miles on US Highway 69 South, offering a good period of consistent travel. Expect the road character to shift as you progress from the northern parts of Texas towards the southeastern region, transitioning from broader highways to potentially more varied terrain.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 69 South is the longest continuous segment at about 82.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Hunt Street.
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 286.9 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.1 miles (Hunt Street): Navigation decision point; at 81.1 miles (US 69 / North Pacific Street): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 118.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Hunt Street
Turn right onto Hunt Street
Navigation decision point
6
81.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
|
US 69 / North Pacific Street
Merge onto US 69 / North Pacific Street
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
118.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 17m in
Take the exit toward US 69: Tyler, Jacksonville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 69: Tyler, Jacksonville
4
118.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 18m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
118.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 18m in
|
US 69 / South Broadway Avenue
Merge onto US 69 / South Broadway Avenue
Merge point - match speed before joining
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 McKinney, TX to Lumberton, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Jacksonville along the way.
Jacksonville
118.1 mi in
|
~2h 17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 69 South | 82.3 mi | 1h 33m |
| East Denman Avenue | 38.5 mi | 43m |
| US Highway 69 North | 33 mi | 37m |
| Toll 49 | 27.1 mi | 29m |
| West Princeton Drive | 24 mi | 28m |
| West Lennon Drive | 23 mi | 27m |
| Rusk Street | 15.1 mi | 19m |
| North Pacific Street | 10 mi | 12m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 69 South
— 82.3 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McKinney, TX and Lumberton, 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
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North McDonald Street
4
Turn sharp right onto US 380
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
East University Drive
5
Continue on US 380
24 mi
·
28 min
·
West Princeton Drive
6
Take the exit onto US 380
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
US 380
7
Continue on US 69
23 mi
·
26 min
·
US Highway 69 South
8
Continue on US 69
23 mi
·
27 min
·
West Lennon Drive
9
Merge onto US 69
10.0 mi
·
12 min
·
North Pacific Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn right onto Toll 49
27 mi
·
29 min
·
Toll 49
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
Toward US 69: Tyler, Jacksonville
12
Keep slight right at fork
200 ft
·
6 sec
13
Merge onto US 69
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
South Broadway Avenue
14
Continue on US 69
17 mi
·
19 min
·
US Highway 69 North
15
Continue on US 69
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
North Jackson Street
16
Continue on US 69
9.5 mi
·
10 min
·
US Highway 69 North
17
Continue on US 69
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North Dickinson Drive
18
Continue on US 69
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
US Highway 69 South
19
Continue on US 69
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Marcus Street
20
Continue on US 69
11 mi
·
13 min
·
US Highway 69 South
21
Continue on US 69
15 mi
·
19 min
·
Rusk Street
22
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
23
Continue on Loop 287 Frontage Road
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Loop 287 Frontage Road
24
Continue on Loop 287
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Loop 287 Frontage Road
25
Turn right onto US 69 Bus
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Kurth Drive
26
Turn straight onto US 59 Bus; US 69 Bus; TX 103
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Timberland Drive
27
Turn left onto US 69 Bus
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Chestnut Street
28
Turn left onto US 69 Bus
39 mi
·
43 min
·
East Denman Avenue
29
Continue on US 69
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Wheeler Avenue
30
Continue on US 69
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
US Highway 69 North
31
Continue on US 69
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
North Magnolia Street
32
Continue on US 69; US 287
38 mi
·
43 min
·
US Highway 69 South
33
Turn left onto West Chance Road
1.6 mi
·
4 min
·
West Chance Road
34
Turn right onto US 96
70 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Main Street
35
Arrive at destination
US 96
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour and 37-minute duration, starting your drive from McKinney early in the morning is advisable to maximize your time in Lumberton. Plan for one stop to break up the 286.9 miles; the longest stretch is over 80 miles, so consider a mid-drive pause. The fuel cost is estimated at $43, so ensure your tank is full before departing to avoid unnecessary detours. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between US Highway 69 South and North, as well as East Denman Avenue, to ensure you stay on the most efficient path.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 143.4 miles from McKinney, TX, or about 2h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.3 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 63 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 143.4 miles or 2h 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lumberton, 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.
+
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 286.9 miles and 5h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 miles from McKinney, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 69 South for about 82.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 143.4 mi from McKinney, TX · 2h 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
143 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 63 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 143.4 miles from McKinney, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 69 South if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.3 miles.
Arriving in Lumberton, TX
The final approach into Lumberton, 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 Lumberton, 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
$43.35 one way
$86.70 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
100 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $47.45 | $94.90 |
| premium | $4.54 | $51.22 | $102.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $63.34 | $126.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 100.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 86.1 | 1 | $30.12 | $13.77 |
| Efficient EV | 71.7 | 0 | $25.10 | $11.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 114.8 | 1 | $40.17 | $18.36 |
Gas CO2
100 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Lumberton, TX
Late night in Lumberton on Friday
Local time
4:23 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
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
5h 37m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Lumberton, TX covers 286.9 miles and takes about 5h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 69 South, East Denman Avenue, US Highway 69 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 143.4 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 $43.35 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 286.9 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.1 miles (Hunt Street): Navigation decision point; at 81.1 miles (US 69 / North Pacific Street): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 118.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from McKinney, TX to Lumberton, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Jacksonville along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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