The Colony

Texas

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Destinations

The Colony is located in Texas, approximately 22 miles from Dallas. The most popular drive from The Colony is to Dallas. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.

Driving Times from The Colony

1 destinations

Short Drives — 1

Dallas
33 miles
1h 10min

Nearby Cities

Little Elm (6 mi)Frisco (6 mi)Lewisville (7 mi)Carrollton (9 mi)Farmers Branch (11 mi)

Routes to The Colony

Dallas → The Colony

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is The Colony from Dallas?
The Colony is approximately 33 miles from Dallas, taking around 1h 10min.
What cities are within 3 hours of The Colony?
There are 2 cities within 3 hours, including Dallas, The Colony.
How many routes from The Colony?
The Colony has 1 routes in our database.

How Far Is The Colony from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from The Colony to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Dallas, roughly 25 miles away by road.

Dallas~25 mi · 30 min
Oklahoma City~200 mi · 3h 30m
Austin~240 mi · 4h 15m
Houston~295 mi · 5h
San Antonio~325 mi · 5h 30m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to The Colony

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to The Colony by road:

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)~20 mi · 15 min
Oklahoma City (OKC)~195 mi · 3h 15m

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from The Colony: What to Know

The Colony, Texas makes a practical base for exploring Texas by car. Before a longer trip, give the vehicle a quick once-over — tire pressure, washer fluid, and wipers — and download offline maps, as coverage can thin out between towns on rural stretches. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-35, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Explore Routes from The Colony

From The Colony, you can drive to 3 different cities and attractions across the US. This page lists every available route sorted by distance, making it easy to find both nearby getaways and faraway adventures. Each destination card shows the driving distance and estimated travel time at a glance. Click through to any route for in-depth details on highway options, fuel expenses, rest stop suggestions, and real-time traffic considerations to help you plan the perfect trip.