Distance from Athens, Texas to The Colony, Texas
The driving distance from Athens, Texas to The Colony, Texas is 100.6 mi (161.8 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is approximately 53.1 mi (85.5 km)
Estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 35 minutes
This route includes Toll roads along the way.
We found 3 routes between Athens and The Colony.
Available Routes
Route Directions
Follow US-175 W to I-20 E in Balch Springs. Take the I-20 E exit from US-175 W
Take I-635 N and Dallas North Tollway N to State Hwy 121 S in The Colony. Take the exit toward FM-423/Main St/Josey Ln from Sam Rayburn Tollway
Drive to Main St
Route Directions
Follow US-175 W to I-45 N in Dallas
Take I-35E and Sam Rayburn Tollway to State Hwy 121 N in The Colony. Take the exit toward FM 423/Main St/Josey Ln from Sam Rayburn Tollway
Drive to Main St
Route Directions
Follow US-175 W to I-45 N in Dallas
Take I-35E to N Interstate 35E in Carrollton. Take exit 445A from I-35E N
Take Dickerson Pkwy, Old Denton Rd and State Hwy 121 N to Main St in The Colony
Journey Details
Traveling from Athens, Texas to The Colony, Texas covers 99.5 miles (160 km) in a northwest direction. This highway, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (99-101 miles / 160-162 km). The primary route shown here saves no time compared to alternatives.
The route features scenic views. During morning weekend travel, expect typical weekend traffic patterns with average speeds around 56 mph (90 km/h) .
Journey Waypoints
Athens
Starting Point
The Colony
Destination
