Houston to McKinney: Road Trip Guide & Distance

248.5 miles 400 km · straight line
270.4 miles actual route 435.2 km · driving distance
4h 48min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
343° NNW bearing direction

How far is Houston from McKinney?

The distance from Houston to McKinney is 248.5 miles (400 km) as the crow flies. McKinney is located NNW of Houston. By car, the driving distance is approximately 270.4 miles, taking about 4h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Houston and McKinney. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Houston to McKinney

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 48min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 46min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~4h 34min $32–$95* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Houston & McKinney

Quick Facts

Houston
29.76°N, 95.37°W
America/Chicago
15m elevation
McKinney
33.20°N, 96.62°W
America/Chicago
192m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM