Origin
Asherton, TX
Late night in Asherton on Sunday
Local time
12:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Asherton, TX to Plano, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 35m
Distance
424.7 mi
684 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$64
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 23m
★
6 AM
6h 36m
8 AM
7h 0m
10 AM
6h 44m
12 PM
6h 42m
3 PM
6h 45m
5 PM
6h 59m
8 PM
6h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Asherton, TX
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Plano, TX
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Trip Overview
This 424.7-mile drive from Asherton, TX, to Plano, TX, is estimated to take about 6 hours and 35 minutes, making it a manageable single-day trip. You'll navigate primarily on FM 190 and I-35, with a portion on Purple Heart Trail, covering a total distance with no highway percentage. The fuel cost is estimated at around $65. Expect a turn-heavy local drive experience as you traverse the Great Plains region. This route is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
212.4 miles from Asherton, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 17m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| FM 190 | — | — |
| I-35 | — | — |
| Purple Heart Trail | — | — |
| South Pan Am Expressway | — | — |
| North Pan Am Expressway | — | — |
| Highway 35 | — | — |
| South Jack Kultgen Expressway | — | — |
| I 35E | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
FM 190
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Asherton, TX and Plano, TX.
1
Start on Carter Street
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Carter Street
2
Continue on FM 190
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
FM 190
3
Turn left
11 mi
·
14 min
4
At the end of the road, turn right
32 mi
·
47 min
5
Turn left onto I-35 Access Road East
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
I-35 Access Road East
6
Take the ramp slight left
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
7
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
60 mi
·
1 hr
·
Purple Heart Trail
8
Continue on South Pan Am Expressway
9.3 mi
·
11 min
·
South Pan Am Expressway
9
Keep slight left to continue on South Pan Am Expressway
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South Pan Am Expressway
10
Keep slight right to continue on South Pan Am Expressway
10 mi
·
13 min
·
South Pan Am Expressway
11
Keep slight left to continue on North Pan Am Expressway
7.4 mi
·
8 min
·
North Pan Am Expressway
12
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
13
Continue on Interstate Highway 35
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Interstate Highway 35
14
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
48 mi
·
52 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
15
Keep slight right to continue on Purple Heart Trail
96 mi
·
1 hr 40 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
16
Continue on South Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
South Jack Kultgen Expressway
17
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
33 mi
·
33 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
18
Keep slight right to continue on I 35E: Dallas
56 mi
·
58 min
·
I 35E: Dallas
19
Take the exit slight right toward I 30 East: Texarkana, Riverfront Boulevard, Griffin Street
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
I 30 East: Texarkana, Riverfront Boulevard, Griffin Street
20
Keep slight left to continue on I 35E North, I 30 West: Denton, Fort Worth, Texarkana
423 ft
·
6 sec
·
I 35E North, I 30 West: Denton, Fort Worth, Texarkana
21
Keep slight right to continue on I 30 East: Texarkana, Convention Center
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
I 30 East: Texarkana, Convention Center
22
Keep slight left to continue on I 30 East: Texarkana
384 ft
·
6 sec
·
I 30 East: Texarkana
23
Continue on East R L Thornton Freeway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East R L Thornton Freeway
24
Take the exit slight right toward I 45, US 75: Houston, McKinney
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
I 45, US 75: Houston, McKinney
25
Keep slight left to continue on US 75 North: McKinney
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 75 North: McKinney
26
Keep slight right to continue on US 75 North: McKinney, Bryan Street East
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 75 North: McKinney, Bryan Street East
27
Merge slight left onto Julius Schepps Freeway
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
Julius Schepps Freeway
28
Continue on North Central Expressway
15 mi
·
16 min
·
North Central Expressway
29
Take the exit slight right toward Plano Parkway, 15th Street
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Plano Parkway, 15th Street
30
Turn straight onto North Central Expressway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Central Expressway
31
Turn right onto East 15th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 15th Street
32
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Consider an early morning departure from Asherton to make the most of your 6-hour and 35-minute travel time to Plano, especially given the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. With only one recommended stop, you can plan your breaks strategically. The estimated fuel cost of $65 should be factored into your budget. Pay close attention to road signs and local traffic patterns, as the lack of highway travel means you'll be navigating through communities. The flexibility of a single-day drive allows for potential detours if time permits, but stay mindful of the overall duration.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 212.4 miles from Asherton, TX, or about 3h 17m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 93 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 212.4 miles or 3h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Plano, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Asherton, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Asherton, TX
This is one driving day of about 424.7 miles and 6h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 93 miles from Asherton, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
212 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 93 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 212.4 miles from Asherton, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$64.17 one way
$128.35 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
149 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $70.24 | $140.49 |
| premium | $4.54 | $75.83 | $151.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $93.77 | $187.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$64
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$89–$114
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 148.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 127.4 | 1 | $44.59 | $20.39 |
| Efficient EV | 106.2 | 1 | $37.16 | $16.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 169.9 | 2 | $59.46 | $27.18 |
Gas CO2
149 kg
EV CO2
50 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Plano, TX
Late night in Plano on Sunday
Local time
12:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 35m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
The profile for this journey is described as 'turn-heavy local drive,' indicating you'll encounter frequent turns and potentially slower speeds typical of non-highway travel. With a 0% highway share, this route emphasizes local roads, suggesting a more intimate connection with the landscape rather than high-speed transit. While there's no longest uninterrupted stretch specified, the 'turn-heavy' nature implies a need for constant attention and engagement with the road. This drive will likely feel more like a series of connected local journeys rather than a continuous interstate cruise.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: FM 190.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 35m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Asherton, TX to Plano, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
About the Cities
Arriving in Plano, TX
Full guide →Plano is a city of 285,000 people (2020) in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex region of Texas and is north of Dallas. It is home to the headquarters of several large corporations.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 35m. Total distance: 424.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 35m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Plano, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Asherton, TX to Plano, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.6 hours each way, a round trip means 13.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Plano, TX before the return drive.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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