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Trip from Burkburnett, 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

2h 44m

Distance

139 mi

224 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 34m ★
6 AM
2h 44m
8 AM
3h 6m
10 AM
2h 52m
12 PM
2h 50m
3 PM
2h 53m
5 PM
3h 5m
8 PM
2h 38m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Wichita County, Texas, United States

Burkburnett, TX

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Trip Overview

This 140.8-mile journey from Burkburnett, TX to Frisco, TX is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 22 minutes. You'll navigate primarily using local roads like North Avenue D, Sheppard Road, and South Red River Expressway, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $22, making it an economical option. The route traverses the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward, turn-heavy local experience. Given its relatively short duration and straightforward nature, it's ideal for a day trip without the need for an overnight stay.

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

69.5 miles from Burkburnett, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Central East Freeway 72.5 mi 1h 16m
West US Highway 380 21.8 mi 25m
Central Freeway 9.5 mi 10m
I 35E 8.3 mi 8m
Main Street 4 mi 7m
West Eldorado Parkway 3.8 mi 6m
West University Drive 3.3 mi 4m
South Red River Expressway 2.9 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Central East Freeway — 72.5 mi, about 1h 16m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Burkburnett, TX and Frisco, TX.

1

Start on TX 240

70 ft · 9 sec · East 3rd Street
2

Turn left onto Loop 267

0.7 mi · 1 min · North Avenue D
3

Continue on Loop 267

0.9 mi · 1 min · Sheppard Road
4

Continue on TX 240

0.2 mi · 19 sec · South Red River Expressway
5

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 17 sec
Toward I 44 West, US 277 South, US 281 South: Wichita Falls
6

Merge onto I 44; US 277; US 281

2.7 mi · 2 min · South Red River Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Continue on I 44; US 277; US 281

9.5 mi · 10 min · Central Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on US 277; US 281; US 287

0.9 mi · 1 min · Lloyd Ruby Overpass
Use the straight lane.
9

Continue on US 281; US 287

0.9 mi · 1 min · Central East Freeway
10

Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287

1.8 mi · 1 min · Central East Freeway
11

Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287

70 mi · 1 hr 13 min · Central East Freeway
12

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 21 sec
13

Keep slight left at fork

147 ft · 4 sec
14

Turn left onto US 380

22 mi · 25 min · West US Highway 380
15

Continue on US 380

3.3 mi · 4 min · West University Drive
16

Take the exit

288 ft · 7 sec
17

Turn straight onto North Interstate 35

0.1 mi · 11 sec · North Interstate 35
18

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Toward I 35 South Use the straight / left lanes.
19

Merge onto I 35; US 77

1.0 mi · 1 min · I 35; US 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Continue on I 35E; US 77

8.3 mi · 8 min · I 35E; US 77
Toward I 35E South: Dallas Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Exit 458 Toward FM 2181: Swisher Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Turn straight onto South Interstate 35E

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Interstate 35E
Use the straight lane.
23

Turn left onto West Swisher Road

1.1 mi · 1 min · West Swisher Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
24

Continue on LLTB

2.1 mi · 3 min · Lewisville Lake Toll Bridge
25

Continue on West Eldorado Parkway

3.8 mi · 6 min · West Eldorado Parkway
Use the left lane.
26

Continue on FM 720

2.7 mi · 4 min · East Eldorado Parkway
27

Turn right onto Witt Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Witt Road
28

Turn left onto King Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · King Road
29

Continue on Main Street

3.9 mi · 7 min · Main Street
Use the left lane.
30

Turn left onto 5th Street

395 ft · 20 sec · 5th Street
Use the left lane.
31

Turn right onto Oak Street

356 ft · 17 sec · Oak Street
32

Turn right onto 6th Street

355 ft · 17 sec · 6th Street
33

Turn right onto Main Street

268 ft · 7 sec · Main Street
34

Arrive at destination

Main Street

Trip Plan

With a total duration of just over 2 hours, this route offers plenty of flexibility. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive in Frisco by lunchtime, or leave in the afternoon and still have ample daylight. Since there are no extended highway stretches or designated stops, the 140.8-mile drive can be completed without needing to plan for extensive breaks. Keep an eye on your navigation system as you'll be making frequent turns on local roads. The $22 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to start with a full tank from Burkburnett to ensure a smooth journey.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.5 miles from Burkburnett, TX, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.5 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 31 miles or 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 69.5 miles or 1h 14m 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 5m

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 Burkburnett, 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 Burkburnett, TX

This is one driving day of about 139 miles and 2h 44m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Burkburnett, 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 Central East Freeway for about 72.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

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Mid-route town

Meal stop

Aurora, TX

70 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

Henrietta, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Saint Jo, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 69.5 miles from Burkburnett, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Central East Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 72.5 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.

Maniac’s Mansion (TAG’s)

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 9.9

Wichita Falls, Texas

Hours: 5–9 pm

+19402575543

Visit website

Explorium Denton Children's Museum a Program of Denton County Friends of The Family.

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 109.2

Denton, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+19403205444

Visit website

Museum of North Texas History

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 9.9

Wichita Falls, Texas

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+19403227628

Visit website

Visit Frisco

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 139

Frisco, Texas

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+19722925250

Visit website

Kids Colony

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 139

The Colony, Texas

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+19726251106

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 19

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 138.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
1.8 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the ramp toward I 44 West, US 277 South, US 281 South: Wichita Falls

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 44 West, US 277 South, US 281 South: W...
5
1.9 mi into trip | ~3m in | I 44; US 277; US 281 / South Red River Expressway

Merge onto I 44; US 277; US 281 / South Red River Expressway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
112.9 mi into trip | ~2h 4m in

Take the ramp toward I 35 South

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes. Toward I 35 South
7
122.3 mi into trip | ~2h 14m in

Take the exit toward FM 2181: Swisher Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 458 Toward FM 2181: Swisher Road
6
138.7 mi into trip | ~2h 43m in | 5th Street

Turn left onto 5th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$21.00 one way

$42.01 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 49 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $22.99 $45.98
premium $4.54 $24.82 $49.64
diesel $5.61 $30.69 $61.38

Estimated Tolls: $0.15

Lewisville Lake Toll Bridge (2.1 mi) $0.15

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

$21

Tolls

$0

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 48.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 41.7 0 $14.59 $6.67
Efficient EV 34.8 0 $12.16 $5.56
EV Truck/SUV 55.6 0 $19.46 $8.90

Gas CO2

49 kg

EV CO2

16 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Burkburnett, TX

Late night in Burkburnett on Sunday

Local time

5:03 AM

CDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Frisco, TX

Late night in Frisco on Sunday

Local time

5:03 AM

CDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

59°F

Aurora, TX

70 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

13 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

2h 44m 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?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this entire 140.8-mile route, as it features a 0% highway share. You won't encounter long stretches of uninterrupted driving; instead, anticipate frequent turns and navigating through local thoroughfares like North Avenue D, Sheppard Road, and South Red River Expressway. This means you'll be more engaged with the road and the surrounding local environment rather than cruising on a high-speed highway. The drive will feel more like a series of connected local journeys rather than a single, continuous highway experience.

89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 72.5 mi on Central East Freeway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Central East Freeway and West US Highway 380. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 139 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.9 miles (I 44; US 277; US 281 / South Red River Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 112.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

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 2h 44m. Total distance: 139 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 72.5 miles on Central East Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.15 in tolls one way, starting with Lewisville Lake Toll Bridge. 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.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Frisco, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.9 miles (I 44; US 277; US 281 / South Red River Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 112.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Frisco, TX before heading back.

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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