Cass County Southbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Trip from Atlanta, TX to Frisco, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 25m
Distance
167 mi
269 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 14m
★
6 AM
3h 26m
8 AM
3h 50m
10 AM
3h 34m
12 PM
3h 32m
3 PM
3h 36m
5 PM
3h 49m
8 PM
3h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Atlanta, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Atlanta, TX to Frisco, TX is 167 miles and takes about 3h 25m via I 30 and US 380, with a fuel budget near $25 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive keeps you within the Great Plains region for its entirety, traversing Texas. Expect a straightforward trip with minimal complexity, ideal for a single-day transit. The route is mostly highway, making it an efficient option for getting between these two Texas locations. Consider this if you prioritize reaching your destination quickly and efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
83.5 miles from Atlanta, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 30 | 63.4 mi | 1h 3m |
| US 380 | 27.1 mi | 31m |
| TX 49 | 18.3 mi | 23m |
| East Houston Street | 14.9 mi | 22m |
| US 59 | 10.1 mi | 11m |
| TX 11 | 7.8 mi | 11m |
| Main Street | 5.3 mi | 9m |
| Lee Street | 4.2 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
I 30
— 63.4 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Atlanta, TX and Frisco, TX.
1
Start on FM 249
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
East Main Street
2
Continue on US 59
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 59
3
Turn right onto TX 11
15 mi
·
22 min
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East Houston Street
4
Turn right onto TX 11; TX 49
7.8 mi
·
11 min
·
TX 11; TX 49
5
Turn right onto US 259; TX 49
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadnax Street
6
Turn slight left onto TX 49
18 mi
·
23 min
·
TX 49
7
Continue on US 271
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Ferguson Road
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
9
Merge onto I 30
63 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 30
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward Spur 302
11
Turn straight onto Spur 302
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Lee Street
12
Continue on US 380
27 mi
·
31 min
·
US 380
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto North Airport Drive
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Airport Drive
14
Turn right onto Elm Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Elm Street
15
Turn left onto TX 5
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South McDonald Street
Use the left lane.
16
Continue on Spur 399
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Spur 399
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on SRT
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Sam Rayburn Tollway
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward Stacy Road
Use the slight right lane.
19
Turn straight onto TX 121
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
State Highway 121
20
Turn right onto Stacy Road
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Stacy Road
Use the right lane.
21
Continue on FM 3537
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
22
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 25m duration, departing in the morning allows ample time to reach Frisco well before evening. The drive is short enough that you can be flexible with your departure time. Plan for one stop to break up the 167 miles, as the longest stretch without an exit is over 60 miles. Keep an eye on fuel, as the estimated cost is $25 for the trip, and it's always wise to refuel before your longest highway segment on I 30.
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 83.5 miles from Atlanta, TX, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.4 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 37 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.5 miles or 1h 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 42m
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 Atlanta, 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 Atlanta, TX
This is one driving day of about 167 miles and 3h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Atlanta, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 30 for about 63.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 83.5 miles from Atlanta, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 30 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
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Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Hopkins County Westbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
QuikTrip
1.7 mi from route
Minuteman Press
1.8 mi from route
Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
1.1 mi from route
~3 min detour
mile 155.1
McKinney, Texas
Hours: 9 am–4 pm
+19725625566
Visit websiteVisit Frisco
4.0
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the end, short detour
3.1 mi from route
~8 min detour
mile 167
Frisco, Texas
Hours: 8 am–5 pm
+19722925250
Visit websiteKids Colony
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, ~12 min detour
4.8 mi from route
~12 min detour
mile 167
The Colony, Texas
Hours: 9 am–10 pm
+19726251106
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 13.4 and 158.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
13.4 mi into trip
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~16m in
|
TX 11 / East Houston Street
Turn right onto TX 11 / East Houston Street
Navigation decision point
5
55.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
153.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 3m in
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TX 5 / South McDonald Street
Turn left onto TX 5 / South McDonald Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
158.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 9m in
Take the exit toward Stacy Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Stacy Road
6
158.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 10m in
|
Stacy Road
Turn right onto Stacy Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.23 one way
$50.47 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $27.62 | $55.24 |
| premium | $4.54 | $29.82 | $59.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.87 | $73.74 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.20
Sam Rayburn Tollway
(2.5 mi)
$0.20
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.1 | 0 | $17.54 | $8.02 |
| Efficient EV | 41.8 | 0 | $14.61 | $6.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.8 | 0 | $23.38 | $10.69 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% 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.
Origin
Atlanta, TX
Late night in Atlanta on Sunday
Local time
5:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Frisco, TX
Late night in Frisco on Sunday
Local time
5:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Greenville, TX
84 mi in
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
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
3h 25m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is predominantly highway driving, with 76% of the 167 miles on major roadways. You'll encounter a stretch of 63.4 miles entirely on I 30 before transitioning. The route features mostly highway driving, meaning you'll experience efficient travel for the majority of the trip. Expect frequent exits along the highway sections.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 63.4 mi on I 30.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 30 and US 380. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 13.4 miles in near TX 11 / East Houston Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 167 miles you will encounter 11 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 13.4 miles (TX 11 / East Houston Street): Navigation decision point; at 55.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 153.3 miles (TX 5 / South McDonald Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Atlanta, TX to Frisco, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Spur 302 along the way.
Spur 302
119.7 mi in
|
~2h 19m
About the Cities
Starting in Atlanta, TX
Full guide →Arriving in Frisco, TX
Full guide →Founded 1904
Frisco is a suburb of Dallas and part of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
Top landmarks
- • Videogame History Museum — computer museum in Texas, USA
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 25m. Total distance: 167 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 63.4 miles on I 30. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.20 in tolls one way, starting with Sam Rayburn Tollway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 9 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 13.4 miles (TX 11 / East Houston Street): Navigation decision point; at 55.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 153.3 miles (TX 5 / South McDonald Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Frisco, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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