Origin
Sachse, TX
Late night in Sachse on Sunday
Local time
3:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sachse, 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
32m
Distance
24 mi
39 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sachse, TX
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McKinney, TX
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 24-mile drive from Sachse, TX to McKinney, TX is easily manageable in just 32 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily navigate via Central Expressway and President George Bush Turnpike, with a portion on Lavon Drive. With a highway share of 72%, this route is focused on efficient travel through the Great Plains region of Texas. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $4, reflecting the short distance. Given its brevity and minimal stops, this journey is best suited for a quick commute or an add-on to a local exploration rather than an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central Expressway | 10.3 mi | 11m |
| President George Bush Turnpike | 6.1 mi | 6m |
| Lavon Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| South Tennessee Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| State Highway 78 | 1 mi | 1m |
| South McDonald Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Spur 399 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Tennessee Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Central Expressway
— 10.3 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sachse, TX and McKinney, TX.
1
Start on TX 78
233 ft
·
6 sec
·
State Highway 78
2
Continue on TX 78
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 78
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Continue on TX 78
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Lavon Drive
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward PGBT Toll West
5
Merge onto PGBT
6.1 mi
·
6 min
·
President George Bush Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 75 North: McKinney
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto US 75
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Central Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 38C
Toward SRT South, TX 5: Sam Rayburn Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto Spur 399
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Spur 399
12
Continue on TX 5
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South McDonald Street
13
Turn slight left
281 ft
·
10 sec
14
Continue on South Tennessee Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Tennessee Street
15
Arrive at destination
North Tennessee Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 2.6 and 20.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
PGBT / President George Bush Turnpike
Merge onto PGBT / President George Bush Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
8.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 75 North: McKinney
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 75 North: McKinney
8
19.9 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward SRT South, TX 5: Sam Rayburn Tollway
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.
Exit 38C
Toward SRT South, TX 5: Sam Rayburn Tollway
6
20.2 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.63 one way
$7.25 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $3.97 | $7.94 |
| premium | $4.54 | $4.29 | $8.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.30 | $10.60 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.31
Central Expressway
(10.3 mi)
$0.82
President George Bush Turnpike
(6.1 mi)
$0.49
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$1
Total
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.52 | $1.15 |
| Efficient EV | 6 | 0 | $2.10 | $0.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.36 | $1.54 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
3:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
32m 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 highway-focused drive for the majority of this 24-mile trip, with 72% of the route utilizing major roadways. Your longest uninterrupted stretch will be about 10.3 miles on Central Expressway, offering a consistent pace. While largely a highway experience, you'll also encounter sections of Lavon Drive, which might offer a slightly different road feel. The overall character is efficient and direct, designed for getting from point A to point B without much fuss.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.3 mi on Central Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Central Expressway and President George Bush Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near PGBT / President George Bush Turnpike.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 24 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 32m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles (PGBT / President George Bush Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Between Sachse, TX and McKinney, TX, road signs point toward Pgbt Toll West and Srt South.
Pgbt Toll West
2.2 mi in
|
~3m
Srt South
19.9 mi in
|
~24m
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 32m. Total distance: 24 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.3 miles on Central Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.31 in tolls one way, starting with Central Expressway. 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 McKinney, 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: at 2.6 miles (PGBT / President George Bush Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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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