Origin
Del Rio, TX
Late night in Del Rio on Sunday
Local time
2:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Del Rio, 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
8h 5m
Distance
447.5 mi
720 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$68
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 58m
★
6 AM
8h 6m
8 AM
8h 23m
10 AM
8h 12m
12 PM
8h 10m
3 PM
8h 13m
5 PM
8h 22m
8 PM
8h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Del Rio, TX
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Plano, TX
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Trip Overview
This 447.5-mile journey from Del Rio, Texas, to Plano, Texas, is best split over two days, taking approximately 8 hours and 5 minutes of driving time. Primarily utilizing US 277 and I-20, with a short stint on the Jim Wright Freeway, this highway-focused drive covers 95% paved roads. With an estimated fuel cost of $68, it's a straightforward trip through the Great Plains region of Texas. Given the duration and the longest stretch of 225.3 miles on US 277, planning an overnight stop is highly recommended to avoid fatigue and allow for a more relaxed pace.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
223.7 miles from Del Rio, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 9m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 277 | 225.3 mi | 4h 7m |
| I 20 | 137.1 mi | 2h 19m |
| Jim Wright Freeway | 12.6 mi | 14m |
| SH 183 TEXpress | 11.7 mi | 11m |
| I 820 TEXpress | 6.9 mi | 6m |
| North Central Expressway | 6.7 mi | 8m |
| South Loop 306 | 6.4 mi | 6m |
| West Freeway | 5.6 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
US 277
— 225.3 mi, about 4h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Del Rio, TX and Plano, TX.
1
Start on Spur 297
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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Spur 297
2
Continue on US 90; US 277; US 377
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Veterans Boulevard
3
Keep slight right at fork onto US 277; US 377
86 mi
·
1 hr 33 min
·
US 277; US 377
4
Turn left onto US 277; Loop 467
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Crockett Avenue
5
Take the exit onto US 277
60 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
US 277
6
Turn right onto US 87 Frontage Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 87 Frontage Road
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward US 87 South, Loop 306 East: Eden
8
Merge onto US 87; Loop 306
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
South Bryant Boulevard
9
Continue on US 87; Loop 306
2.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US Highway 87 South
10
Take the exit onto Loop 306
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Loop 306
Toward Loop 306 North, FM 1223
11
Turn left onto Loop 306; FM 1223
6.4 mi
·
6 min
·
South Loop 306
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward US 67 North, US 277 North
13
Merge onto US 67; US 277
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 67; US 277
14
Take the exit onto US 277
80 mi
·
1 hr 26 min
·
US 277
Toward US 277 North: Bronte, Abilene
15
Turn left onto US 277
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Danville Drive
16
Take the ramp onto US 277
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 277
17
Merge onto US 83; US 84; US 277
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Winters Freeway
18
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
19
Merge onto I 20
137 mi
·
2 hr 19 min
·
I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30
5.6 mi
·
5 min
·
West Freeway
Exit 421
Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 5B
Toward I 820 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Merge onto I 820
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Jim Wright Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on I 820
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
Northeast Loop
24
Keep slight left at fork onto I 820 TEXpress
6.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 820 TEXpress
Toward I 820 Express East: DFW Airport Dallas Entrance
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
25
Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
SH 121/183 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Continue on TX 183 TEXpress
12 mi
·
11 min
·
SH 183 TEXpress
Toward TX 183 Express East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Keep slight left at fork onto Loop 12 TEXpress
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Loop 12 TEXpress
Toward I 35E Toll North
Use the slight left lane.
28
Merge onto Loop 12
0.8 mi
·
53 sec
·
North Walton Walker Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Merge onto I 35E
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 440B
Toward I 635 East
Use the right lane.
31
Merge onto I 635
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Continue on I 635
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
Use the right lane.
33
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 19A
Toward US 75 North, US 75 South: McKinney, Dallas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 75 North: McKinney
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
35
Merge onto US 75
5.3 mi
·
5 min
·
North Central Expressway
36
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 28A
Toward Plano Parkway, 15th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Turn straight onto North Central Expressway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Central Expressway
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
38
Turn right onto East 15th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 15th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
39
Arrive at destination
East 15th Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 8-hour, 5-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Del Rio to maximize daylight hours. With two recommended stops and a fuel cost around $68, plan your refueling strategically, especially before tackling the 225.3-mile segment on US 277. Breaking the trip into two days is advisable; a logical overnight point would be somewhere around the halfway mark or just past Abilene, where I-20 offers more services. This allows you to enjoy the drive without feeling rushed and ensures you arrive in Plano refreshed.
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 223.7 miles from Del Rio, TX, or about 4h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 225.3 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 98 miles or 1h 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 223.7 miles or 4h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 223.7 miles or 4h 9m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 58m
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 Del Rio, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
+
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Del Rio, TX
Aim for roughly 224 miles and 4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Plano, TX
Aim for roughly 224 miles and 4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 98 miles from Del Rio, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 277 for about 225.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
224 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Tye, TXOvernight Options
Night 1
224 mi · about 4h in
A practical overnight split lands near Tye, TX after about 224 miles or 4 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 98 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 223.7 miles from Del Rio, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 277 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 225.3 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 224 miles or 4 hours on the road.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 295 decision points cluster between mile 383.2 and 445.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
383.2 mi into trip
|
~6h 54m in
|
I 30 / West Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30 / West Freeway toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 421
Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
7
388.8 mi into trip
|
~7h in
Take the exit toward I 820 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5B
Toward I 820 North
7
402.5 mi into trip
|
~7h 16m in
|
I 820 TEXpress
Keep slight left at fork onto I 820 TEXpress toward I 820 Express East: DFW Airport Dallas Entrance
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 820 Express East: DFW Airport Dallas E...
8
438.5 mi into trip
|
~7h 54m in
Take the exit toward US 75 North, US 75 South: McKinney, Dallas
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 North, US 75 South: McKinney, Dall...
8
445.1 mi into trip
|
~8h 1m 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
$67.62 one way
$135.24 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
157 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $74.01 | $148.03 |
| premium | $4.54 | $79.90 | $159.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $98.80 | $197.60 |
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
$68
Tolls
$1
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$198–$308
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 156.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $47 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 134.3 | 1 | $46.99 | $21.48 |
| Efficient EV | 111.9 | 1 | $39.16 | $17.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 179 | 2 | $62.65 | $28.64 |
Gas CO2
157 kg
EV CO2
52 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.
Destination
Plano, TX
Late night in Plano on Sunday
Local time
2:45 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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
18 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
8h 5m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 447.5-mile route, with 95% of the journey on paved roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 225.3 miles on US 277, followed by segments on I-20. This means you'll experience extended periods of consistent driving speeds. While the Great Plains region offers a consistent landscape, the prevalence of major highways suggests a practical, efficient travel experience rather than a winding, scenic tour. This drive is designed for covering ground.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 225.3 mi on US 277.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 277 and I 20. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 383.2 miles in near I 30 / West Freeway.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 29 significant decision points across 447.5 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 383.2 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 388.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 402.5 miles (I 820 TEXpress): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Del Rio, TX and Plano, TX, road signs point toward Loop 306 East: Eden, Loop 306 North, Fm 1223 and Abilene.
Loop 306 East: Eden
150.9 mi in
|
~2h 49m
Loop 306 North
153.9 mi in
|
~2h 52m
|
via Loop 306
Fm 1223
153.9 mi in
|
~2h 52m
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via Loop 306
Abilene
162.1 mi in
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~3h 2m
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via US 277
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).
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 225.3 miles on US 277. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 224 miles on day one.
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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 383.2 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 388.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 402.5 miles (I 820 TEXpress): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 8.1 hours each way, a round trip means 16.2 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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