Origin
Commerce, TX
Late night in Commerce on Sunday
Local time
2:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Commerce, TX to McKinney, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
49 mi
79 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Commerce, TX
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McKinney, TX
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Trip Overview
This 49-mile drive from Commerce, TX to McKinney, TX takes approximately 1 hour and 1 minute, making it a perfect day trip. The route primarily utilizes US 380 and State Highway 24, with a brief section on I-30, contributing to its highway-focused profile. With a fuel cost estimated at $7, this is an economical excursion within the Great Plains region of Texas. You won't need to worry about overnight stays; this short journey is easily manageable in a single day. The drive offers a straightforward connection between these two North Texas communities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 380 | 28.1 mi | 32m |
| State Highway 24 | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| I 30 | 4.5 mi | 4m |
| Lee Street | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| North McDonald Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Live Oak Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Cloyd Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Tennessee Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 380
— 28.1 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Commerce, TX and McKinney, TX.
1
Start on Live Oak Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Live Oak Street
2
Turn left onto TX 11; TX 24
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
State Highway 24
3
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 30 West: Dallas
4
Merge onto I 30; US 67
4.5 mi
·
4 min
·
I 30; US 67
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward Spur 302
6
Turn straight onto Spur 302
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Lee Street
7
Continue on US 380
28 mi
·
32 min
·
US 380
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn sharp left onto TX 5
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North McDonald Street
9
Turn right onto East Cloyd Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Cloyd Street
10
Turn right onto South Tennessee Street
375 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Tennessee Street
11
Arrive at destination
North Tennessee Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.5 miles from Commerce, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 10.5 and 48.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
10.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 30 West: Dallas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 30 West: Dallas
3
10.9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
I 30; US 67
Merge onto I 30; US 67
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
15.3 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward Spur 302
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Spur 302
4
48.8 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
East Cloyd Street
Turn right onto East Cloyd Street
Navigation decision point
5
48.9 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
South Tennessee Street
Turn right onto South Tennessee Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.40 one way
$14.81 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $8.10 | $16.21 |
| premium | $4.54 | $8.75 | $17.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.82 | $21.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.15 | $2.35 |
| Efficient EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.29 | $1.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.86 | $3.14 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Late night in McKinney on Sunday
Local time
2:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Greenville, TX
25 mi in
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
1h 1m 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 predominantly highway-focused drive, with 86% of the journey taking place on main roads like US 380 and State Highway 24. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 28.1 miles on US 380, offering a consistent pace. While I-30 is part of the itinerary, the character leans more towards efficient highway travel rather than a winding, scenic byway. This route is designed for direct transit, allowing you to cover the distance smoothly.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.1 mi on US 380.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 380 and State Highway 24. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 10.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Commerce, TX to McKinney, TX is easy. At 1h 1m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 10.9 miles (I 30; US 67): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 15.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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 Commerce, TX to McKinney, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Spur 302 along the way.
Spur 302
15.3 mi in
|
~17m
About the Cities
Arriving in McKinney, TX
Full guide →McKinney is a city in the Blackland Prairie region of Texas.
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 1h 1m. Total distance: 49 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.1 miles on US 380. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 10.9 miles (I 30; US 67): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 15.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at McKinney, 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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