Origin
Frisco, TX
Late night in Frisco on Sunday
Local time
2:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Frisco, TX to Addison, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
18m
Distance
14 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Addison, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Frisco to Addison, you are looking at a quick 14-mile hop across the Great Plains of Texas. This commute typically takes around 18 minutes, making it an effortless one-day trip that requires no overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $2 on fuel for the entire journey. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, the route is straightforward and efficient. Since both cities are located within the same region, you will experience a consistent suburban environment throughout the drive.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas North Tollway | 10.8 mi | 11m |
| Parkwood Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| Dallas Parkway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Addison Circle | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Stonebrook Parkway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 5th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dallas North Tollway
— 10.8 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Frisco, TX and Addison, TX.
1
Start on Main Street
87 ft
·
9 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto 5th Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
5th Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on Parkwood Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Parkwood Boulevard
4
Turn right onto Stonebrook Parkway
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Stonebrook Parkway
Use the right lane.
5
Turn left onto Dallas Parkway
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Dallas Parkway
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
Toward DNT Toll South
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Merge onto DNT
11 mi
·
11 min
·
Dallas North Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward Addison Toll Tunnel, Keller Springs Road, Arapaho Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn straight onto Dallas Parkway
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Dallas Parkway
Use the straight / left / uturn lanes.
10
Turn right onto Addison Circle
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Addison Circle
11
At end of road, turn right onto Addison Circle
196 ft
·
9 sec
·
Addison Circle
12
Enter roundabout onto Addison Circle
206 ft
·
6 sec
·
Addison Circle
13
Continue on Addison Circle
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Addison Circle
14
Turn right
66 ft
·
7 sec
15
Turn right
84 ft
·
6 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 12.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
5th Street
Turn left onto 5th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Stonebrook Parkway
Turn right onto Stonebrook Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Dallas Parkway
Turn left onto Dallas Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward DNT Toll South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward DNT Toll South
7
12.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward Addison Toll Tunnel, Keller Springs Road, Arapaho Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Addison Toll Tunnel, Keller Springs Road...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.12 one way
$4.23 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $2.32 | $4.63 |
| premium | $4.54 | $2.50 | $5.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.09 | $6.18 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.86
Dallas North Tollway
(10.8 mi)
$0.86
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Tolls
$1
Total
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.47 | $0.67 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.96 | $0.90 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Addison, TX
Late night in Addison on Sunday
Local time
2:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
12 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
18m 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-style drive that transitions between major thoroughfares and surface streets. You will spend roughly 7 miles on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 10.8 miles on the Dallas North Tollway. While the route utilizes the Dallas North Tollway, Parkwood Boulevard, and Dallas Parkway, it maintains a technical feel rather than a monotonous interstate grind. Navigating these roads requires staying alert for frequent turns as you move between the two cities. The balance of highway speed and local road maneuvering defines the personality of this short commute.
Only 7% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.8 mi on Dallas North Tollway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 5th Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 14 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (5th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (Stonebrook Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (Dallas Parkway): 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 Frisco, TX to Addison, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Dnt Toll South along the way.
Dnt Toll South
1.7 mi in
|
~3m
About the Cities
Starting 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
Arriving in Addison, TX
Full guide →Founded 1846
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 18m. Total distance: 14 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.8 miles on Dallas North Tollway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.86 in tolls one way, starting with Dallas North 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.
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 Addison, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: near the start (5th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (Stonebrook Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (Dallas Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Addison, 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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