Origin
Sherman, TX
Afternoon in Sherman on Sunday
Local time
2:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sherman, TX to Denison, TX
Drive Time
16m
Distance
11.4 mi
18 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Sherman, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Denison, TX
Thomas balabaud
Trip Overview
Traveling between Sherman and Denison, Texas, is a quick 11.4-mile journey that typically takes about 16 minutes behind the wheel. Because this trip is entirely contained within the Great Plains region of North Texas, you won't need to worry about changing landscapes or overnight accommodations. It is perfectly suited for a one-day outing, allowing you to head out and back with ease. With a fuel budget of just $2, the drive is incredibly economical for any local commuter or visitor. You will primarily utilize the North Sam Rayburn Freeway, South Eisenhower Parkway, and South Austin Avenue to navigate between these two cities. It is a straightforward, no-nonsense connection that gets you to your destination efficiently.
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
5.7 miles from Sherman, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive is dominated by fast-paced transit, with 79% of the route taking place on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on the North Sam Rayburn Freeway, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 4.9 miles. Expect a consistent, efficient experience as you transition from the freeway onto the South Eisenhower Parkway and eventually South Austin Avenue. The road maintains a steady pace, lacking the technical twists or slow-moving local traffic found on secondary backroads. It is a functional, direct route designed for speed rather than leisure, making it ideal for those who prioritize getting from point A to point B without unnecessary delays.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Sam Rayburn Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 4.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on North Sam Rayburn Freeway and South Eisenhower Parkway. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Walnut Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 11.4 miles you will encounter 8 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 (South Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (TX 56 / East Houston Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (North Sam Rayburn Freeway): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Walnut Street
Turn left onto South Walnut Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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TX 56 / East Houston Street
Turn left onto TX 56 / East Houston Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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North Sam Rayburn Freeway
Turn right onto North Sam Rayburn Freeway
Navigation decision point
5
0.9 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 75 / North Sam Rayburn Freeway
Merge onto US 75 / North Sam Rayburn Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
5.6 mi into trip
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~6m in
Take the exit toward FM 691: Grayson County College, North Texas Regional Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward FM 691: Grayson County College, North Te...
Towns Along This Route
Between Sherman, TX and Denison, TX, road signs point toward Fm 691: Grayson County College and Texas Regional Airport.
Fm 691: Grayson County College
5.6 mi in
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~6m
Texas Regional Airport
5.6 mi in
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~6m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Sam Rayburn Freeway | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| South Eisenhower Parkway | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| South Austin Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| South Highway 75 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Houston Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Walnut Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Lamar Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Sam Rayburn Freeway
— 4.9 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sherman, TX and Denison, TX.
1
Start on TX 56
327 ft
·
16 sec
·
East Lamar Street
2
Turn left onto South Walnut Street
367 ft
·
17 sec
·
South Walnut Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Turn left onto TX 56
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
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East Houston Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Turn right onto North Sam Rayburn Freeway
316 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Sam Rayburn Freeway
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
6
Merge onto US 75
4.7 mi
·
4 min
·
North Sam Rayburn Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward FM 691: Grayson County College, North Texas Regional Airport
8
Turn straight onto North Sam Rayburn Freeway
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
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North Sam Rayburn Freeway
9
Continue on South Highway 75
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Highway 75
10
Continue on South Eisenhower Parkway
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
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South Eisenhower Parkway
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
12
Merge onto Spur 503
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
South Eisenhower Parkway
13
Continue on Spur 503
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Austin Avenue
14
Turn right
61 ft
·
4 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since the trip takes less than 20 minutes, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for any stops along the way, as the short duration makes a non-stop transit the most practical approach. To keep your travel costs at the estimated $2 mark, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you hit the freeway. Because the route relies heavily on the North Sam Rayburn Freeway, check local traffic reports before you leave to avoid any unexpected congestion on that primary stretch. Embracing the brevity of this drive allows you to spend more time at your destination rather than worrying about the logistics of the road itself.
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 5.7 miles from Sherman, TX, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.9 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 11.4 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.7 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Denison, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sherman, 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 Sherman, TX
This is one driving day of about 11.4 miles and 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sherman, 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 Sam Rayburn Freeway for about 4.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.7 mi from Sherman, TX · 7m 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.7 miles from Sherman, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Denison, TX
The final approach into Denison, 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 Denison, 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
$1.74 one way
$3.48 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.91 | $3.82 |
| premium | $4.59 | $2.06 | $4.12 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.53 | $5.07 |
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 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 | 3.4 | 0 | $1.20 | $0.55 |
| Efficient EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.00 | $0.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.60 | $0.73 |
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
Denison, TX
Afternoon in Denison on Sunday
Local time
2:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
4 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
16m 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 Sherman, TX to Denison, TX covers 11.4 miles and takes about 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Sam Rayburn Freeway, South Eisenhower Parkway, South Austin Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.7 miles from Sherman, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.74 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 11.4 miles you will encounter 8 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 (South Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (TX 56 / East Houston Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (North Sam Rayburn Freeway): Navigation decision point.
Between Sherman, TX and Denison, TX, road signs point toward Fm 691: Grayson County College and Texas Regional Airport.
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