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Trip from Dimmitt, TX to Plano, TX

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

7h 38m

Distance

377.8 mi

608 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$57

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
7h 29m ★
6 AM
7h 39m
8 AM
7h 58m
10 AM
7h 46m
12 PM
7h 44m
3 PM
7h 47m
5 PM
7h 57m
8 PM
7h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city and county seat in Castro County, Texas, United States

Dimmitt, TX

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city in Collin and Denton counties in Texas, United States

Plano, TX

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Trip Overview

Dimmitt, TX to Plano, TX is 377.8 miles and takes about 7h 38m via US Highway 287, with a fuel budget near $57 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the state of Texas, beginning in the Great Plains region and ending in the same expansive landscape. It's primarily a highway-focused journey, making it a straightforward, one-day trip for most travelers. Expect a consistent pace as you head east, with a good portion of the drive on major roadways designed for efficient travel. This route is ideal if you're looking for a direct path to your destination without excessive detours.

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

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

188.9 miles from Dimmitt, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 12m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Central East Freeway 72.5 mi 1h 16m
US Highway 287 68.2 mi 1h 13m
US Highway 287 East 40.5 mi 42m
East Bedford Street 30.3 mi 44m
9th Street 29.8 mi 44m
Southeast 2nd Street 26.7 mi 39m
State Highway 86 24.9 mi 37m
West US Highway 380 21.8 mi 25m
Longest stretch: Central East Freeway — 72.5 mi, about 1h 16m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dimmitt, TX and Plano, TX.

1

Start on TX 86

30 mi · 44 min · East Bedford Street
2

Keep slight left at fork onto TX 86

1.0 mi · 2 min · TX 86
3

Turn right onto TX 86

0.7 mi · 1 min · Southwest 2nd Street
4

Continue on TX 86

27 mi · 39 min · Southeast 2nd Street
5

Continue on TX 86

1.0 mi · 1 min · Lone Star Street
6

Continue on TX 86

16 mi · 23 min · State Highway 86
7

Continue on TX 86

1.3 mi · 1 min · West Main Street
8

Continue on TX 86

9.1 mi · 13 min · State Highway 86
9

Turn left onto TX 70; TX 86

30 mi · 44 min · 9th Street
10

Continue on TX 86

0.6 mi · 1 min · Harper Street
11

Turn right onto US 287

0.3 mi · 28 sec · Burnett Street
12

Continue on US 287

14 mi · 14 min · US Highway 287
13

Continue on US 287

2.8 mi · 3 min · Avenue F Northwest
14

Continue on US 287

54 mi · 58 min · US Highway 287
15

Continue on US 287

4.1 mi · 4 min · Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Continue on US 70; US 183; US 287

41 mi · 42 min · US Highway 287 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Continue on US 287

4.6 mi · 4 min · Northwest Freeway
18

Keep slight right at fork onto US 287

0.6 mi · 42 sec · Northwest Freeway
Toward I 44 West, US 277 South, US 281 South, US 287 South: Wichita Falls
19

Merge onto I 44; US 277; US 281; US 287

2.5 mi · 3 min · Central Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Continue on US 277; US 281; US 287

0.9 mi · 1 min · Lloyd Ruby Overpass
Use the straight lane.
21

Continue on US 281; US 287

0.9 mi · 1 min · Central East Freeway
22

Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287

1.8 mi · 1 min · Central East Freeway
23

Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287

70 mi · 1 hr 13 min · Central East Freeway
24

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 21 sec
25

Keep slight left at fork

147 ft · 4 sec
26

Turn left onto US 380

22 mi · 25 min · West US Highway 380
27

Continue on US 380

3.3 mi · 4 min · West University Drive
28

Take the exit

288 ft · 7 sec
29

Turn straight onto North Interstate 35

0.1 mi · 11 sec · North Interstate 35
30

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Toward I 35 South Use the straight / left lanes.
31

Merge onto I 35; US 77

1.0 mi · 1 min · I 35; US 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32

Continue on I 35E; US 77

9.8 mi · 10 min · I 35E; US 77
Toward I 35E South: Dallas Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33

Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E

10 mi · 11 min · South Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
34

Take the exit

1.2 mi · 1 min
Exit 445 Toward PGBT Toll: President George Bush Turnpike Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35

Keep slight right at fork

1.2 mi · 1 min
Toward PGBT Toll East: President George Bush Turnpike Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36

Merge onto PGBT

13 mi · 14 min · President George Bush Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward US 75 North: McKinney Use the slight left lane.
39

Turn slight right

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Exit 29 Toward 15th Street Use the slight right lane.
40

Turn straight onto Central Expressway

0.4 mi · 49 sec · Central Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
41

Turn right onto East 15th Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · East 15th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
42

Arrive at destination

East 15th Street

Trip Plan

Given the 7h 38m duration, starting your drive from Dimmitt, TX early in the morning is recommended to maximize daylight and ensure a comfortable arrival in Plano, TX. With only 2 planned stops suggested, plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or when you feel the need to stretch. The fuel cost is estimated at $57, so ensure your tank is full before departing Dimmitt, as the longest stretch without a break is 72.5 miles. While this is a manageable one-day drive, keep an eye on the time and traffic as you approach the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Filling up your gas tank before leaving Dimmitt is a practical tip to avoid potential price variations on the highway.

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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 188.9 miles from Dimmitt, TX, or about 4h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.5 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 83 miles or 2h 4m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 188.9 miles or 4h 12m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 29m

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 Dimmitt, 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.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Dimmitt, TX

This is one driving day of about 377.8 miles and 7h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 83 miles from Dimmitt, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Central East Freeway for about 72.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in and county sear of Wilbarger County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Vernon, TX

189 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

Memphis, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 83 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Vernon, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 188.9 miles from Dimmitt, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Central East Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 72.5 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Dark Hour Haunted House

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Plano, Texas

+14692980556

Visit website

11th Hour Escape

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Plano, Texas

Hours: 12–5:30 pm

+14692095978

Visit website

Heritage Farmstead Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Plano, Texas

Hours: Closed

+19728810140

Visit website

Maniac’s Mansion (TAG’s)

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Wichita Falls, Texas

Hours: 5–9 pm

+19402575543

Visit website

Museum of North Texas History

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Wichita Falls, Texas

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+19403227628

Visit website

Jake's Hilltop Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour

Flower Mound, Texas

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+19728746000

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 23

5 decision points cluster between mile 236.7 and 375.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
236.7 mi into trip | ~5h 2m in | US 287 / Northwest Freeway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 287 / Northwest Freeway toward I 44 West, US 277 South, US 281 South, US 287 South: Wichita Falls

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 44 West, US 277 South, US 281 South, U...
6
338.6 mi into trip | ~6h 54m in

Take the ramp toward I 35 South

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes. Toward I 35 South
7
359.9 mi into trip | ~7h 17m in

Take the exit toward PGBT Toll: President George Bush Turnpike

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 445 Toward PGBT Toll: President George Bush Turnpik...
7
361.2 mi into trip | ~7h 19m in

Keep slight right at fork toward PGBT Toll East: President George Bush Turnpike

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward PGBT Toll East: President George Bush Tu...
7
375.9 mi into trip | ~7h 35m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 75 North: McKinney

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward US 75 North: McKinney

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$57.09 one way

$114.17 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 132 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $62.49 $124.97
premium $4.54 $67.45 $134.91
diesel $5.61 $83.41 $166.83

Estimated Tolls: $1.09

President George Bush Turnpike (13.3 mi) $1.06
Central Expressway (0.4 mi) $0.03

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

$57

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$83–$108

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 132.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 113.3 1 $39.67 $18.13
Efficient EV 94.5 1 $33.06 $15.11
EV Truck/SUV 151.1 1 $52.89 $24.18

Gas CO2

132 kg

EV CO2

44 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 Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Dimmitt, TX

Morning in Dimmitt on Tuesday

Local time

8:23 AM

CDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Plano, TX

Morning in Plano on Tuesday

Local time

8:23 AM

CDT

Current temp

83°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

37 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

7h 38m 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?

This trip is largely a highway-focused drive, with 72% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience long, open stretches characteristic of the Great Plains, with the longest uninterrupted segment covering 72.5 miles on Central East Freeway. The main artery for much of this journey is US Highway 287 East, which generally offers a consistent and predictable driving experience. While not overly complex, the extensive highway share means you'll be covering ground efficiently. Be prepared for extended periods of driving on well-maintained, high-speed roads as you make your way across Texas.

72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
42 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 72.5 mi on Central East Freeway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Central East Freeway and US Highway 287. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 236.7 miles in near US 287 / Northwest Freeway.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 23 significant decision points across 377.8 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 236.7 miles (US 287 / Northwest Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 338.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 359.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in Dimmitt, TX

Full guide →

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 7h 38m. Total distance: 377.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 38m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 72.5 miles on Central East Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $1.09 in tolls one way, starting with President George Bush Turnpike. 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 236.7 miles (US 287 / Northwest Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 338.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 359.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.6 hours each way, a round trip means 15.3 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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