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Trip from Frisco, TX to Willis, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 51m
Distance
218.4 mi
351 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 39m
★
6 AM
3h 52m
8 AM
4h 17m
10 AM
4h 1m
12 PM
3h 58m
3 PM
4h 2m
5 PM
4h 16m
8 PM
3h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Frisco, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Willis, TX
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Trip Overview
Frisco, TX to Willis, TX is 218.4 miles and takes about 3h 51m via Julius Schepps Freeway, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Texas, moving from the Great Plains region of North Texas down into the southern part of the same region. The drive is predominantly highway, making it a straightforward and efficient option. With a recommended one-day drive, you'll find it a practical choice for a quick relocation or a visit to a new area without needing 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
109.2 miles from Frisco, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Julius Schepps Freeway | 188.3 mi | 3h 11m |
| Dallas North Tollway | 22.9 mi | 25m |
| North State Highway 75 | 2 mi | 3m |
| Parkwood Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| Interstate 45 North Frontage Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Pearl Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Harry Hines Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Stonebrook Parkway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Julius Schepps Freeway
— 188.3 mi, about 3h 11m
Traffic on I-45
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 36 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,927 veh/hr typical · worst 2,389
Quietest
2 AM
~288 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 45 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 Frisco, TX and Willis, 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
23 mi
·
25 min
·
Dallas North Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward Harry Hines Boulevard, Downtown
9
Continue on Harry Hines Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Harry Hines Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn slight left
370 ft
·
11 sec
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Turn straight onto Moody Street
327 ft
·
8 sec
·
Moody Street
12
Continue on North Pearl Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Pearl Street
13
Turn left onto Woodall Rodgers Freeway
288 ft
·
5 sec
·
Woodall Rodgers Freeway
Use the left lane.
14
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 45 South
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Merge onto I 45
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Julius Schepps Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 45
185 mi
·
3 hr 7 min
·
Julius Schepps Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward Calvary Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
19
Turn left onto Calvary Road
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Calvary Road
20
At end of road, turn right onto TX 75
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North State Highway 75
21
Continue on TX 75
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
North Danville Street
22
Turn left onto FM 1097
35 ft
·
0 sec
·
East Stewart Street
Use the left lane.
23
Arrive at destination
FM 1097
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 51m estimated driving time, starting your trip from Frisco in the morning is ideal to avoid peak traffic, especially around the Dallas metroplex. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $33, this is a manageable one-day drive. Plan to refuel before leaving Frisco or look for services along North State Highway 75, as the longest stretch without significant exits is 188.3 miles. This route's efficiency means you have flexibility to depart later if needed, but an early start will make for a more relaxed arrival in Willis.
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 109.2 miles from Frisco, TX, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 188.3 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 48 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.2 miles or 1h 58m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Willis, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Frisco, 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 Frisco, TX
This is one driving day of about 218.4 miles and 3h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Frisco, 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 Julius Schepps Freeway for about 188.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
109 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 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 109.2 miles from Frisco, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Julius Schepps Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 188.3 miles.
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.
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Navarro County Southbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.1 mi from route
TA Express
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Walker County Southbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Walker County Northbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
TA Express
0.2 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.2 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.2 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.7 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.4 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.4 mi from route
TA
1.6 mi from route
City Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
First break
2.9 mi from route
~7 min detour
Dallas, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+19724823055
Visit websiteVisit Frisco
4.0
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the start, short detour
3.1 mi from route
~8 min detour
Frisco, Texas
Hours: 8 am–5 pm
+19722925250
Visit websiteKids Colony
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, ~12 min detour
4.8 mi from route
~12 min detour
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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 218.4 — 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
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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
218.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 51m in
|
FM 1097 / East Stewart Street
Turn left onto FM 1097 / East Stewart Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.91 one way
$59.83 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
76 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $33.41 | $66.83 |
| premium | $4.23 | $36.33 | $72.66 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $41.24 | $82.48 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.83
Dallas North Tollway
(22.9 mi)
$1.83
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
$30
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65.5 | 0 | $22.93 | $10.48 |
| Efficient EV | 54.6 | 0 | $19.11 | $8.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 87.4 | 1 | $30.58 | $13.98 |
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Frisco, TX
Late night in Frisco on Monday
Local time
4:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
96°F
Mostly Sunny
SSW 15 mph
2% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 4:46PM CDT until July 18 at 5:30PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 4:38PM CDT until July 18 at 6:45PM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX
Destination
Willis, TX
Late night in Willis on Monday
Local time
4:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
94°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 5 mph
16% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 4:46PM CDT until July 18 at 5:30PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 4:38PM CDT until July 18 at 6:45PM CDT by NWS Lubbock 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
2 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 51m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily highway driving, with 88% of the 218.4 miles spent on high-speed roads. You'll encounter a substantial longest stretch of 188.3 miles on Julius Schepps Freeway. Expect urban merging and dense exits as you begin and navigate through the Dallas area on Julius Schepps Freeway and the Dallas North Tollway. The latter portion of the drive will transition to North State Highway 75, offering a more open cruising experience as you approach Willis.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 188.3 mi on Julius Schepps Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Julius Schepps Freeway and Dallas North Tollway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 5th Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 218.4 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: 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
696 ft
301 ft
Total Climb
274 ft
Total Descent
590 ft
Highest Point
696 ft
Elevation Range
396 ft
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 Willis, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Downtown
24.8 mi in
|
~29m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Starbucks
Cafe
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Willis, TX
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteBuli's Cafe Bakery
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
First break
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Lucky's
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
First break
0.8 mi from route
~2 min detour
Hope Coffee
Cafe
Near the start, short detour
First break
2.4 mi from route
~6 min detour
Visit website
Houndstooth Coffee
Cafe
Near the start, short detour
First break
2.5 mi from route
~6 min detour
Dallas, TX
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Su 07:00-17:00
Visit websiteStarbucks
Cafe
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.8 mi from route
~7 min detour
Huntsville, TX
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteSimply Thai Bistro
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Cuisine: thai
Visit websiteChef House
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
First break
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Cuisine: chinese
Visit websiteChurch's Chicken
Fast_food
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Cuisine: chicken
Church's Chicken
Fast_food
Later in the drive, right off the route
Final third
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Madisonville, TX
Cuisine: chicken
Visit websiteLos Pericos
Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Cuisine: tex-mex
Hikari Sushi & Grill Japanese Restaurant
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Frisco, TX
Cuisine: sushi
Visit websitePritchett Field
Park
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.8 mi from route
~7 min detour
Bearkat Field
Park
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
3.2 mi from route
~8 min detour
Josey Park
Park
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
3.2 mi from route
~8 min detour
Trinity River Greenbelt Park
Park
Near the start, short detour
First break
3.3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Willis
Memorial
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0 mi from route
Site of Willis Cigar Factory
Memorial
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.1 mi from route
Willis Methodist Church
Memorial
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.1 mi from route
H.E.A.R.T.S. Veterans Museum of Texas
Museum
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Huntsville, TX
Hours: Mo-Su 10:00-17:00
Visit websiteWillis Male and Female College
Memorial
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.2 mi from route
~1 min detour
Thomas Chapel United Methodist Church
Memorial
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Motel 6
Motel
Later in the drive, right off the route
Final third
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Shapira Hotel
Hotel
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
TX
La Quinta Inn
Hotel
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
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 Willis, TX
Full guide →Founded 1937
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 51m. Total distance: 218.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 188.3 miles on Julius Schepps Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.83 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.
Yes — we found about 20 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 Willis, 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 20 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Willis, 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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