Origin
Hallsville, TX
Morning in Hallsville on Sunday
Local time
9:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hallsville, 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
2h 36m
Distance
148 mi
238 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 26m
★
6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 57m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 45m
5 PM
2h 56m
8 PM
2h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hallsville, TX
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Plano, TX
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 148-mile drive from Hallsville, Texas, to Plano, Texas, is easily manageable in a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 36 minutes. The journey primarily utilizes major highways, with 93% of the route on interstates and freeways, making it a quick and efficient trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $22, this drive is budget-friendly. Traveling within the Great Plains region, you'll experience a consistent landscape throughout. This route is ideal for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
74 miles from Hallsville, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 16m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 104.6 mi | 1h 44m |
| US 80 | 15.3 mi | 16m |
| Lyndon B Johnson Freeway | 11.4 mi | 12m |
| North Central Expressway | 6.7 mi | 8m |
| Spur 557 | 4.4 mi | 4m |
| South Central Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| East 15th Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 104.6 mi, about 1h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hallsville, TX and Plano, TX.
1
Start on FM 450
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Central Street
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 20
3
Merge onto I 20
105 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto Spur 557
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Spur 557
Exit 499A
Toward Dallas
Use the slight right lane.
5
Continue on US 80
15 mi
·
16 min
·
US 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 635 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 635
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 635
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
9
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19A
Toward US 75 South, US 75 North: Dallas, McKinney
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
Toward US 75 North: McKinney
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto US 75
5.3 mi
·
5 min
·
North Central Expressway
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 28A
Toward Plano Parkway, 15th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto North Central Expressway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Central Expressway
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto East 15th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 15th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
East 15th Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2 hour and 36 minute duration of this 148-mile drive, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best. Plan for one stop to break up the drive, especially since the longest stretch on I-20 is over 100 miles. The $22 fuel cost is minimal, so ensure your tank is full before you depart Hallsville to maximize your time on the road. Keep an eye on traffic conditions as you approach the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, particularly on Lyndon B Johnson Freeway, as congestion can be a factor.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74 miles from Hallsville, TX, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.6 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 33 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74 miles or 1h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 4m
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 Hallsville, 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 Hallsville, TX
This is one driving day of about 148 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Hallsville, 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 I 20 for about 104.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74 miles from Hallsville, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 20 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.6 miles.
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 115 decision points cluster between mile 107 and 145.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
107 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
|
Spur 557
Keep slight right at fork onto Spur 557 toward Dallas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 499A
Toward Dallas
6
126.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 10m in
Take the exit toward I 635 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 635 North
8
138.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 23m 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
139.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 25m 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
145.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 32m 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
$22.36 one way
$44.73 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $24.48 | $48.96 |
| premium | $4.54 | $26.42 | $52.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.68 | $65.35 |
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
$22
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.54 | $7.10 |
| Efficient EV | 37 | 0 | $12.95 | $5.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.2 | 0 | $20.72 | $9.47 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Morning in Plano on Sunday
Local time
9:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Partly Cloudy
S 10 mph
6% chance
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
10 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
2h 36m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 experience for most of this 148-mile journey. You'll spend the majority of your time on I-20 and Lyndon B Johnson Freeway, designed for speed and efficiency. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 104.6 miles on I-20, offering a solid period of consistent driving. While largely interstate, segments of US-80 may introduce a slightly different feel. This is a route where you can settle in and cover ground efficiently, with the focus remaining on reaching your destination.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.6 mi on I 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and US 80. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 107 miles in near Spur 557.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 148 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 107 miles (Spur 557): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 138.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Hallsville, TX and Plano, TX, road signs point toward Dallas and Mckinney.
Dallas
107 mi in
|
~1h 49m
|
via Spur 557
Mckinney
138.7 mi in
|
~2h 23m
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 2h 36m. Total distance: 148 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 104.6 miles on I 20. 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.
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 107 miles (Spur 557): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 138.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Plano, TX before heading back.
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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