Service Plaza
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Trip from Cleveland, TX to Frisco, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 2m
Distance
207.2 mi
333 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 50m
★
6 AM
4h 3m
8 AM
4h 29m
10 AM
4h 12m
12 PM
4h 9m
3 PM
4h 13m
5 PM
4h 27m
8 PM
3h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cleveland, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Frisco, TX
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Trip Overview
This 207.2-mile drive from Cleveland, TX to Frisco, TX is a straightforward, single-day trip that should take you about 4 hours and 2 minutes of pure driving time. Primarily utilizing I-20, US 281, and US 67, this route keeps you on highways for 83% of the journey, making it a very efficient way to travel between these two Texas locations. With an estimated fuel cost of $31, it's an economical option for a quick getaway or a necessary relocation. The drive is entirely within the Great Plains region, offering a consistent landscape throughout. You'll encounter one recommended stop along the way, making it easy to break up the journey if needed.
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
103.6 miles from Cleveland, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 5m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 33.8 mi | 36m |
| US 281 | 26.1 mi | 28m |
| US 67 | 21.2 mi | 24m |
| US Highway 67/377 East | 19 mi | 21m |
| US Highway 67 | 15.4 mi | 17m |
| Jim Wright Freeway | 12.6 mi | 14m |
| Sam Rayburn Tollway | 11.7 mi | 12m |
| TX 121 Express | 8.9 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 33.8 mi, about 36m
Traffic on I-820
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 24 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~4,299 veh/hr typical
Quietest
1 AM
~392 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 50 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland, TX and Frisco, TX.
1
Start on FM 1176
1.8 mi
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3 min
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Farm-to-Market Road 1176
2
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
3
Turn right onto FM 567
1.2 mi
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2 min
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Fannin Street
4
Continue on FM 567
2.2 mi
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5 min
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Farm-to-Market Road 567
5
Turn right onto US 67; US 84
21 mi
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24 min
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US 67; US 84
6
Continue on US 67; US 377
19 mi
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21 min
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US Highway 67/377 East
7
Continue on US 67; US 377
2.9 mi
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3 min
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West Central Avenue
8
Continue on US 67; US 377
15 mi
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17 min
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US Highway 67
9
Continue on US 67; US 377
2.3 mi
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2 min
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Southwest US Highway 377
10
Continue on US 67; US 377
4.8 mi
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5 min
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Dublin Bypass
11
Continue on US 67; US 377
7.5 mi
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8 min
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South US Highway 377
12
Turn straight onto US 67; US 377
0.5 mi
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55 sec
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West Washington Street
13
Turn left onto FM 988
2.0 mi
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3 min
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Senator Robert J. Glasgow Loop
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto FM 8
2.7 mi
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4 min
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West Lingleville Road
Use the right lane.
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 281
26 mi
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28 min
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US 281
Use the left lane.
16
Take the exit
313 ft
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9 sec
17
Turn straight onto I-20 Service Road
0.2 mi
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30 sec
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I-20 Service Road
18
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
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18 sec
Toward I 20 East: Fort Worth
19
Merge onto I 20
34 mi
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36 min
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I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30
5.6 mi
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5 min
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West Freeway
Exit 421
Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 5B
Toward I 820 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Merge onto I 820
13 mi
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14 min
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Jim Wright Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on I 820
0.3 mi
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18 sec
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Northeast Loop
24
Keep slight left at fork onto I 820 TEXpress
6.9 mi
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6 min
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I 820 TEXpress
Toward I 820 Express East: DFW Airport Dallas Entrance
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
25
Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress
4.4 mi
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4 min
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SH 121/183 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit onto TX 121 Express
8.9 mi
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10 min
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TX 121 Express
Toward TX 121 North: DFW Airport North Entry
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 121
5.5 mi
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6 min
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TX 121
Toward TX 121 North, I 635 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Continue on SRT
3.6 mi
·
3 min
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Sam Rayburn Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Continue on TX 121
1.3 mi
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1 min
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TX 121
30
Continue on SRT
8.2 mi
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8 min
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Sam Rayburn Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Toward DNT: Dallas North Tollway
Use the straight / right lanes.
32
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward DNT North: Dallas North Tollway
Use the slight left lane.
33
Merge onto DNT
1.9 mi
·
2 min
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Dallas North Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Take the exit
0.3 mi
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27 sec
Toward Stonebrook Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Turn straight onto CR 13
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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Dallas Parkway
36
Turn right onto Stonebrook Parkway
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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Stonebrook Parkway
Use the right lane.
37
Turn left onto Parkwood Boulevard
1.0 mi
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1 min
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Parkwood Boulevard
38
Continue on 5th Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
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5th Street
39
Turn right onto Elm Street
353 ft
·
20 sec
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Elm Street
40
Turn left onto 6th Street
346 ft
·
15 sec
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6th Street
41
Turn left onto Main Street
309 ft
·
14 sec
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Main Street
42
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
With a driving duration of just over 4 hours, this 207.2-mile trip from Cleveland to Frisco is comfortably manageable as a single-day excursion. Aim to depart in the morning to take advantage of lighter traffic, especially as you approach the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The estimated fuel cost is around $31, so ensure your tank is full before you leave Cleveland. Given the longest stretch is 33.8 miles, you won't need frequent fuel stops, but it's always wise to top off when you see a convenient station, especially before entering more rural sections of US 281 or US 67.
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 103.6 miles from Cleveland, TX, or about 2h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.8 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 46 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.6 miles or 2h 5m 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 18m
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 Cleveland, 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 Cleveland, TX
This is one driving day of about 207.2 miles and 4h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Cleveland, 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 20 for about 33.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
104 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 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 103.6 miles from Cleveland, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.2 mi from route
Andrew Brown Park West
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.8 mi from route
~7 min detour
Coppell, Texas
Hours: 7 am–11 pm
+19724625100
Visit websiteOak Hills Splash Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
3.1 mi from route
~8 min detour
Carrollton, Texas
Hours: 9 am–8 pm
+19724663080
Visit websiteFort Worth Herd
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Later in the drive, ~9 min detour
Final third
3.6 mi from route
~9 min detour
Fort Worth, Texas
Hours: 11:30 am–4 pm
+18173364373
Visit websiteWhite Settlement Museum
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Later in the drive, ~9 min detour
Final third
3.8 mi from route
~9 min detour
White Settlement, Texas
Hours: 10 am–3 pm
+18172469719
Visit websiteCoppell Nature Park
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, ~11 min detour
Home stretch
4.5 mi from route
~11 min detour
Coppell, Texas
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+19723043581
Visit websiteVisit Frisco
4.0
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
3.1 mi from route
~8 min detour
Frisco, Texas
Hours: 8 am–5 pm
+19722925250
Visit websiteGrapevine Vintage Railroad
4.3
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the end, ~11 min detour
Home stretch
4.5 mi from route
~11 min detour
Grapevine, Texas
Hours: Closed
+18174103185
Visit websiteHistoric Downtown Carrollton
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, ~11 min detour
Home stretch
4.4 mi from route
~11 min detour
Carrollton, Texas
Hours: 10 am–6 pm
+19728809855
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 235 decision points cluster between mile 144 and 202.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
144 mi into trip
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~2h 49m in
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I 30 / West Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30 / West Freeway toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 421
Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
7
149.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 55m in
Take the exit toward I 820 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5B
Toward I 820 North
7
163.3 mi into trip
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~3h 12m in
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I 820 TEXpress
Keep slight left at fork onto I 820 TEXpress toward I 820 Express East: DFW Airport Dallas Entrance
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 820 Express East: DFW Airport Dallas E...
8
183.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 33m in
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TX 121
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 121 toward TX 121 North, I 635 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward TX 121 North, I 635 East
7
202.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 54m in
Keep slight left at fork toward DNT North: Dallas North Tollway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward DNT North: Dallas North Tollway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.38 one way
$56.76 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
73 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $31.70 | $63.40 |
| premium | $4.23 | $34.47 | $68.93 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $39.12 | $78.25 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.09
Sam Rayburn Tollway
(11.7 mi)
$0.94
Dallas North Tollway
(1.9 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
$28
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.2 | 0 | $21.76 | $9.95 |
| Efficient EV | 51.8 | 0 | $18.13 | $8.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.9 | 1 | $29.01 | $13.26 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Origin
Cleveland, TX
Night in Cleveland on Monday
Local time
9:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Partly Sunny
S 15 mph
10% chance
Live forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 2:10PM CDT until July 17 at 5:15PM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 1:26PM CDT until July 17 at 3:45PM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Destination
Frisco, TX
Night in Frisco on Monday
Local time
9:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
92°F
Partly Sunny
SSW 10 to 15 mph
19% chance
Live forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 2:10PM CDT until July 17 at 5:15PM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 1:26PM CDT until July 17 at 3:45PM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
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
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 2m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 207.2-mile trip, with 83% of the route on main roads like I-20, US 281, and US 67. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 33.8 miles on I-20, offering a good opportunity to settle into a steady pace. While the focus is on efficient travel, this highway-centric profile means you'll likely experience stretches of consistent speed and straightforward navigation. The character of the road is designed for covering distance with relative ease.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
42 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.8 mi on I 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and US 281. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 144 miles in near I 30 / West Freeway.
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 23 significant decision points across 207.2 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 144 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 149.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 163.3 miles (I 820 TEXpress): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,615 ft
449 ft
Total Climb
581 ft
Total Descent
1,429 ft
Highest Point
1,615 ft
~14.8 mi in
Elevation Range
1,166 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Cleveland, TX
Full guide →Founded 1935
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 4h 2m. Total distance: 207.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.8 miles on I 20. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.09 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 7 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.
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. There are 7 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 144 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 149.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 163.3 miles (I 820 TEXpress): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.1 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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