Cities Near Allen
Cities near Allen, Texas: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Plano, McKinney, Frisco. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Allen, Texas is Plano, about 6 mi (10 km) away — roughly 20 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plano | 6 mi / 10 km | 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| McKinney | 7 mi / 12 km | 25 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Frisco | 9 mi / 15 km | 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Garland | 13 mi / 21 km | 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Carrollton | 16 mi / 26 km | 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lewisville | 19 mi / 31 km | 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Dallas | 23 mi / 38 km | 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mesquite | 24 mi / 38 km | 46 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Irving | 26 mi / 41 km | 50 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Grapevine | 26 mi / 42 km | 51 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Allen
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Plano, McKinney, Frisco, Garland, Carrollton. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Allen include Plano, McKinney, Frisco, Garland, Carrollton. The closest is Plano, about 6 miles (10 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.