Cities Near McKinney
Cities near McKinney, Texas: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Allen, Frisco, Richardson. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to McKinney, Texas is Allen, about 7 mi (12 km) away — roughly 25 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allen | 7 mi / 12 km | 25 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Frisco | 12 mi / 20 km | 42 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Richardson | 18 mi / 30 km | 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Rowlett | 21 mi / 33 km | 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Carrollton | 23 mi / 37 km | 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lewisville | 24 mi / 39 km | 47 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mesquite | 30 mi / 48 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Denton | 30 mi / 48 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Dallas | 31 mi / 49 km | 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Grapevine | 32 mi / 52 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from McKinney
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Allen, Frisco, Richardson, Rowlett, 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 McKinney include Allen, Frisco, Richardson, Rowlett, Carrollton. The closest is Allen, about 7 miles (12 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.