Bevil Oaks, TX to Plano, TX is 291.3 miles and takes about 5h 41m via US 69 and US Highway 175 West, with a fuel budget near $42 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward trip across Texas. With 94% of the route on highways, expect a consistent pace for most of the drive. This is a manageable one-day trip, so you can leave when you're ready and still have plenty of time.
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
145.6 miles from Bevil Oaks, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 54m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 69
147.2 mi
2h 49m
US Highway 175 West
68.6 mi
1h 14m
US Highway 175
20.8 mi
22m
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
18.8 mi
20m
North Central Expressway
6.7 mi
8m
TX 105
5 mi
7m
Eastex Freeway
4.8 mi
4m
East Corsicana Street
2.5 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
US 69
— 147.2 mi, about 2h 49m
Traffic on I-635
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 4 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~5,274 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~569 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 9 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bevil Oaks, TX and Plano, TX.
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Start on Sweetgum Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Sweetgum Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto TX 105
5.0 mi·7 min·TX 105
3
Turn left onto R F D Road
0.8 mi·1 min·R F D Road
4
Continue on R F D Road
177 ft·4 sec·R F D Road
5
Turn straight onto Eastex Freeway Frontage Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Eastex Freeway Frontage Road
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·26 sec
Toward US 69 North, US 96 North, US 287 North
7
Merge onto US 69; US 96; US 287
4.8 mi·4 min·Eastex Freeway
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 69; US 287
94 mi·1 hr 46 min·US 69; US 287
Toward US 69 North, US 287 North: Kountze, Lufkin
9
Turn right onto US 69 Bus
0.6 mi·1 min·South Chestnut Street
10
Turn straight
304 ft·11 sec
11
Turn straight onto US 59 Bus; US 69 Bus
1.2 mi·2 min·South Timberland Drive
12
Turn left onto US 69 Bus; TX 103
2.1 mi·3 min·Kurth Drive
13
At end of road, turn left onto TX 103; Loop 287
0.6 mi·59 sec·Loop 287 Frontage Road
14
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·21 sec
15
Merge onto US 69
54 mi·1 hr 3 min·US 69
16
Turn left onto US 175
0.2 mi·19 sec·Alexander Boulevard
17
Continue on US 175
0.6 mi·56 sec·Frankston Highway
18
Continue on US 175
9.6 mi·10 min·US Highway 175 West
19
Turn slight right
3.8 mi·4 min
20
Merge onto US 175
1.9 mi·2 min·East Pine Street
21
Continue on US 175
21 mi·22 min·US Highway 175
22
Continue on US 175 Bus
2.5 mi·4 min·East Corsicana Street
23
Keep slight right at fork onto US 175 Bus
59 mi·1 hr 3 min·US Highway 175 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 20 East, I 635 NorthUse the straight / right lanes.
25
Merge onto I 20
0.1 mi·9 sec·Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
26
Keep slight right at fork onto I 635
19 mi·20 min·Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Exit 480Toward I 635 North: Mesquite, GarlandUse the straight / right lanes.
27
Continue on I 635
0.1 mi·9 sec·Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
28
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 19AToward US 75 South, US 75 North: Dallas, McKinneyUse the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·54 sec
Toward US 75 North: McKinneyUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
30
Merge onto US 75
5.3 mi·5 min·North Central Expressway
31
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 28AToward Plano Parkway, 15th StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Turn straight onto North Central Expressway
1.4 mi·2 min·North Central Expressway
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
33
Turn right onto East 15th Street
0.6 mi·1 min·East 15th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
34
Arrive at destination
East 15th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 41m estimated drive time, leaving Bevil Oaks in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight. The longest continuous stretch is 147.2 miles on US 69, so plan your fuel stop before or shortly after this segment to stay comfortable. With a total trip under six hours and a fuel cost around $42, this route is flexible enough for a same-day journey. Consider a brief stop around the halfway point to stretch your legs before continuing on US Highway 175 West.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 145.6 miles from Bevil Oaks, TX, or about 2h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 147.2 miles.
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 64 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 145.6 miles or 2h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 41m
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 Bevil Oaks, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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 Bevil Oaks, TX
This is one driving day of about 291.3 miles and 5h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from Bevil Oaks, 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.
The longest stretch is on US 69 for about 147.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 262.7 and 288.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
262.7 mi into trip|~5h 7m in
Take the exit toward I 20 East, I 635 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 20 East, I 635 North
9
263.2 mi into trip|~5h 8m in|I 635 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 635 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway toward I 635 North: Mesquite, Garland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 480
Toward I 635 North: Mesquite, Garland
8
282 mi into trip|~5h 28m in
Take the exit toward US 75 South, US 75 North: Dallas, McKinney
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 19A
Toward US 75 South, US 75 North: Dallas, McKinn...
7
282.9 mi into trip|~5h 29m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 75 North: McKinney
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 75 North: McKinney
8
288.9 mi into trip|~5h 36m in
Take the exit toward Plano Parkway, 15th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 28A
Toward Plano Parkway, 15th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$39.90 one way
$79.80 round trip
$3.48/gal25.4 MPG avg102 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.89
$44.57
$89.13
premium
$4.23
$48.45
$96.91
diesel
$4.80
$55.00
$110.01
Estimated Tolls: $0.54
Central Expressway
(6.7 mi)$0.54
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 101.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
87.4
1
$30.59
$13.98
Efficient EV
72.8
0
$25.49
$11.65
EV Truck/SUV
116.5
1
$40.78
$18.64
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Bevil Oaks, TX
Late night
in Bevil Oaks on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 0 to 5 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 17 at 6:27PM CDT until July 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 6:23PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Destination
Plano, TX
Late night
in Plano on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
93°F
Partly Sunny
S 10 mph18% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 17 at 6:27PM CDT until July 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 6:23PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
76°F
Jacksonville, TX
146 mi in
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
20 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 41m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 94% of the 291.3 miles covered on major roads. You'll experience a long stretch of 147.2 miles on US 69 before transitioning to US Highway 175 West. Expect mostly rural cruising with fewer exits for a significant portion of the trip. The final miles will likely involve more local traffic as you approach Plano.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 147.2 mi on US 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 69 and US Highway 175 West. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 262.7 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 291.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 262.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 263.2 miles (I 635 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 282 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
668 ft25 ft
Total Climb
911 ft
Total Descent
268 ft
Highest Point
668 ft
~291.3 mi in
Elevation Range
643 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bevil Oaks, TX to Plano, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Garland along the way.
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.
Top landmarks
•Heritage Farmstead Museum — building in Texas, United States
•Plano Station, Texas Electric Railway — historic place in Plano, Collin County, Texas
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 41m. Total distance: 291.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 147.2 miles on US 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.54 in tolls one way, starting with Central Expressway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 262.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 263.2 miles (I 635 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 282 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.7 hours each way, a round trip means 11.4 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.
