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Parker, TX Road Trips

Parker, TX serves as a quiet starting point in the Great Plains, connecting drivers to 3 outbound routes across the area. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 417 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Parker, TX head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

city in Collin County, Texas, United States

Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Trip Routes

7

Longest Drive

660 mi

El Paso, TX

Quickest Drive

3h 59m

Austin, TX

Plan Around Parker, TX

Trips from Parker, TX

Driving from Parker, TX

The typical drive from Parker, TX covers about 417 miles and takes around 7h 10m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 660 miles (11h 7m), while the shortest is just 221 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Parker, TX most often head toward El Paso, TX (660 mi, 11h 7m), Lubbock, TX (370.1 mi, 6h 26m), and Austin, TX (220.8 mi, 3h 59m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in TX currently averages around $3.78 per gallon. For the typical 417-mile trip from Parker, TX, budget about $62 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing. Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 3 mapped routes leaving Parker, TX and 4 routes heading into Parker, TX, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 221 to 660 miles.

The longest mapped route from Parker, TX covers 660 miles and takes approximately 11h 7m. Shorter options start at just 221 miles.

The average route from Parker, TX runs about 417 miles with a drive time of roughly 7h 10m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.78/gallon for regular), the average 417-mile trip from Parker, TX costs roughly $62 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Parker, TX include El Paso, TX, Lubbock, TX and Austin, TX. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Parker, TX by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

5,776

Median Income

$216,179

Median Home Value

$852,000

Median Age

45.5

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

Landmarks & Historic Sites

Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Parker, TX.

Southfork Ranch

Southfork Ranch

conference and event center located in Parker, Texas, U.S.

City data from Wikidata (Q982391), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.

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