Origin
Terrell Hills, TX
Afternoon in Terrell Hills on Sunday
Local time
1:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Terrell Hills, TX to Frisco, TX
Drive Time
4h 40m
Distance
317.3 mi
511 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
Trip Overview
The drive from Terrell Hills, TX to Frisco, TX covers 317.3 miles and takes about 4h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Eldon Road, Rittiman Road, Austin Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $48.47 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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
158.7 miles from Terrell Hills, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 40m drive with frequent turns across 317.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Eldon Road 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 40m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Terrell Hills, TX to Frisco, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Eldon Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Rittiman Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Austin Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 410 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 35 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Connally Loop | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 35 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Pan Am Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Eldon Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terrell Hills, TX and Frisco, TX.
1
Start on Garraty Road
128 ft
·
6 sec
·
Garraty Road
2
Turn right onto Eldon Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Eldon Road
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto Rittiman Road
318 ft
·
16 sec
·
Rittiman Road
4
Turn sharp right onto Austin Highway
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Austin Highway
5
Take the ramp straight toward I 410 West, I 35, I 410 South: Austin
522 ft
·
13 sec
·
I 410 West, I 35, I 410 South: Austin
6
Keep slight right to continue on I 35, I 410 South: Austin
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 35, I 410 South: Austin
7
Merge slight left onto Connally Loop
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
·
Connally Loop
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 35 North: Austin
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 35 North: Austin
9
Merge slight left onto North Pan Am Expressway
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
North Pan Am Expressway
10
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
11
Continue on Interstate Highway 35
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Interstate Highway 35
12
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
48 mi
·
52 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
13
Keep slight right to continue on Purple Heart Trail
96 mi
·
1 hr 40 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
14
Continue on South Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
South Jack Kultgen Expressway
15
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
33 mi
·
33 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
16
Keep slight right to continue on I 35E: Dallas
59 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
I 35E: Dallas
17
Take the exit slight right toward Oak Lawn Avenue
410 ft
·
8 sec
·
Oak Lawn Avenue
18
Keep slight right
469 ft
·
10 sec
19
Turn right onto Oak Lawn Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Oak Lawn Avenue
20
Take the ramp slight left toward DNT North
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
DNT North
21
Merge slight left onto Dallas North Tollway
23 mi
·
25 min
·
Dallas North Tollway
22
Take the exit slight right toward Stonebrook Parkway
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Stonebrook Parkway
23
Turn straight onto Dallas Parkway
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Dallas Parkway
24
Turn right onto Stonebrook Parkway
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Stonebrook Parkway
25
Turn left onto Parkwood Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Parkwood Boulevard
26
Continue on 5th Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
5th Street
27
Turn right onto Elm Street
354 ft
·
21 sec
·
Elm Street
28
Turn left onto 6th Street
344 ft
·
15 sec
·
6th Street
29
Turn left onto Main Street
308 ft
·
15 sec
·
Main Street
30
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 158.7 miles from Terrell Hills, TX, or about 2h 20m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 158.7 miles or 2h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Frisco, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Terrell Hills, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Terrell Hills, TX
This is one driving day of about 317.3 miles and 4h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Terrell Hills, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 158.7 mi from Terrell Hills, TX · 2h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
159 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 158.7 miles from Terrell Hills, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Frisco, TX
The final approach into Frisco, 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 Frisco, 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
$48.47 one way
$96.94 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
111 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $53.12 | $106.23 |
| premium | $4.59 | $57.35 | $114.70 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $70.49 | $140.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 111 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 95.2 | 1 | $33.32 | $15.23 |
| Efficient EV | 79.3 | 0 | $27.76 | $12.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 126.9 | 1 | $44.42 | $20.31 |
Gas CO2
111 kg
EV CO2
37 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.
Destination
Frisco, TX
Afternoon in Frisco on Sunday
Local time
1:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
25 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
4h 40m 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 Terrell Hills, TX to Frisco, TX covers 317.3 miles and takes about 4h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Eldon Road, Rittiman Road, Austin Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 158.7 miles from Terrell Hills, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.47 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 is a straightforward 4h 40m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Terrell Hills, TX to Frisco, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Terrell Hills, TX to Frisco, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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