Origin
Wylie, TX
Evening in Wylie on Sunday
Local time
7:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wylie, TX to McKinney, TX
Drive Time
31m
Distance
17.2 mi
28 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
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6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 36m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wylie, TX
Thomas balabaud
McKinney, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
Connecting Wylie to McKinney is a quick 17.2-mile journey that typically takes about 31 minutes to complete. Because this trip remains entirely within the Great Plains region of Texas, you can easily tackle the entire distance in a single day. You will not need to worry about overnight lodging, making it a straightforward transit between these two cities. With a fuel budget of just $3, this is an incredibly economical drive for your schedule. Navigating via Parker Road, Southview Drive, and West Lucas Road keeps you off the major highways entirely. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that serves as an efficient link for local travel.
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
8.6 miles from Wylie, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, you will spend the entire 31 minutes navigating surface streets and local connectors. You will find that there is no single long-distance stretch to settle into, as the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on Parker Road. The route transitions through the local landscape using a series of secondary roads that prioritize local access over high-speed travel. Behind the wheel, this means constant adjustments as you shift between Parker Road, Southview Drive, and West Lucas Road to reach your destination.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Parker 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Wylie, TX to McKinney, TX is easy. At 31m 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 Wylie, TX to McKinney, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Parker Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Southview Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Lucas Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Country Club Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 5 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South McDonald Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Tennessee Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Parker Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wylie, TX and McKinney, TX.
1
Start on North Ballard Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Ballard Avenue
2
Continue on Parker Road
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Parker Road
3
Turn right onto Southview Drive
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Southview Drive
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto West Lucas Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Lucas Road
5
Turn right onto Country Club Road
6.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Country Club Road
6
At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 5
404 ft
·
8 sec
·
State Highway 5
7
Continue on South McDonald Street
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
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South McDonald Street
8
Continue on South McDonald Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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South McDonald Street
9
Turn slight left
282 ft
·
10 sec
10
Continue on South Tennessee Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Tennessee Street
11
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 31-minute excursion, you have significant flexibility in your departure time without needing to plan for elaborate stops. You won't need to budget for rest breaks, as the 17.2-mile distance is easily manageable in one go. Keep in mind that because this route relies on turn-heavy local streets, it is wise to double-check your navigation before pulling out of your driveway in Wylie. A concrete tip for this specific drive is to keep your eyes peeled for intersection changes, as the lack of highway miles means you will be interacting with local traffic patterns throughout the entire trip. Fuel up locally before you head out, as your $3 estimate should be more than enough to cover the distance.
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 8.6 miles from Wylie, TX, or about 15m 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 17.2 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.6 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near McKinney, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wylie, 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 Wylie, TX
This is one driving day of about 17.2 miles and 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wylie, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.6 mi from Wylie, TX · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 McKinney, TX
The final approach into McKinney, 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 McKinney, 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
$2.63 one way
$5.25 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.88 | $5.76 |
| premium | $4.59 | $3.11 | $6.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.82 | $7.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.81 | $0.83 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.51 | $0.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.41 | $1.10 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Evening in McKinney on Sunday
Local time
7:51 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
31m 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 Wylie, TX to McKinney, TX covers 17.2 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Parker Road, Southview Drive, West Lucas Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.6 miles from Wylie, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.63 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 Wylie, TX to McKinney, TX is easy. At 31m 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 Wylie, TX to McKinney, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Wylie, TX to McKinney, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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