Origin
Rockwall, TX
Morning in Rockwall on Thursday
Local time
10:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rockwall, TX to McKinney, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
47m
Distance
33.9 mi
55 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rockwall, TX
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McKinney, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel between Rockwall and McKinney, you are looking at a straightforward 33.9-mile journey across the Texas Great Plains. Expect to spend about 47 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. Because the route relies entirely on local roads rather than interstates, you won't need to worry about high-speed highway traffic. With a fuel budget of just $5, it is a very economical trip to make on short notice. Since both cities are located within the same region, you will experience a consistent landscape throughout the entire drive.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 33.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This trip is defined by a turn-heavy local drive profile rather than a monotonous interstate grind. You will navigate through North Goliad Street, West Kaufman Street, and North Alamo Road, which keep the journey engaging and require your full attention. Because there is a 0% highway share, you should prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace compared to typical freeway travel. Without any long, uninterrupted stretches, the route demands frequent navigation changes. It is a practical, functional drive that keeps you moving through local corridors for the full duration of your trip.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Goliad Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Rockwall, TX to McKinney, TX is easy. At 47m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Rockwall, TX to McKinney, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Goliad Street | — | — |
| West Kaufman Street | — | — |
| North Alamo Road | — | — |
| West Rusk Street | — | — |
| President George Bush Highway | — | — |
| PGBT Toll North | — | — |
| President George Bush Turnpike | — | — |
| US 75 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Goliad Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockwall, TX and McKinney, TX.
1
Start on the route
171 ft
·
15 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto North Goliad Street
223 ft
·
13 sec
·
North Goliad Street
3
Turn left onto West Kaufman Street
262 ft
·
17 sec
·
West Kaufman Street
4
Turn left onto North Alamo Road
262 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Alamo Road
5
Turn right onto West Rusk Street
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
West Rusk Street
6
Turn right onto President George Bush Highway
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
President George Bush Highway
7
Take the ramp straight toward PGBT Toll North
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
PGBT Toll North
8
Merge slight left onto President George Bush Turnpike
12 mi
·
13 min
·
President George Bush Turnpike
9
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
10
Keep slight right to continue on US 75 North: McKinney
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 75 North: McKinney
11
Merge slight left onto Central Expressway
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Central Expressway
12
Take the exit slight right toward SRT South, TX 5: Sam Rayburn Tollway
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
SRT South, TX 5: Sam Rayburn Tollway
13
Keep slight right
0.7 mi
·
1 min
14
Merge slight left
0.9 mi
·
1 min
15
Continue on South McDonald Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South McDonald Street
16
Turn slight left
282 ft
·
10 sec
17
Continue on South Tennessee Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Tennessee Street
18
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17 mi from Rockwall, TX · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17 miles from Rockwall, 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
$5.12 one way
$10.24 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $5.61 | $11.21 |
| premium | $4.54 | $6.05 | $12.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.48 | $14.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.56 | $1.63 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.97 | $1.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.75 | $2.17 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
McKinney, TX
Morning in McKinney on Thursday
Local time
10:41 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
14 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
47m 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 Rockwall, TX to McKinney, TX covers 33.9 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Goliad Street, West Kaufman Street, North Alamo Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17 miles from Rockwall, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.12 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.
The drive from Rockwall, TX to McKinney, TX is easy. At 47m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Rockwall, TX to McKinney, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Rockwall, TX to McKinney, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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