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Trip from Mount Vernon, 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

1h 52m

Distance

104.7 mi

168 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min
4 AM
1h 44m ★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 58m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
1h 59m
5 PM
2h 8m
8 PM
1h 48m

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

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Downtown Mount Vernon, TX, TX

Mount Vernon, TX

Jeff Stapleton

city in Collin and Denton counties in Texas, United States

Plano, TX

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Trip Overview

This 103.7-mile drive from Mount Vernon, TX to Plano, TX is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 40 minutes, making it perfect for a single-day trip. You'll navigate using Highway 37 South, Interstate 30, and the PGBT, with a minimal highway share of 0%, suggesting a more local road experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $16, this drive through the Great Plains region of Texas is quite budget-friendly. Given its short duration and lack of designated overnight stops, you can plan to depart and arrive on the same day, offering flexibility.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

52.3 miles from Mount Vernon, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 30 83.9 mi 1h 25m
President George Bush Turnpike 14.7 mi 15m
State Highway 37 South 1.8 mi 3m
K Avenue 0.7 mi 1m
President George Bush Highway 0.7 mi 1m
East Main Street 0.6 mi 1m
Municipal Avenue 0.4 mi <1m
West Interstate 30 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 30 — 83.9 mi, about 1h 25m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on US 67

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Main Street
2

Turn left onto US 67; TX 37

1.8 mi · 3 min · State Highway 37 South
3

Turn right onto West Interstate 30

0.3 mi · 49 sec · West Interstate 30
4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec
5

Merge onto I 30

84 mi · 1 hr 25 min · I 30
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 1 min
Exit 61B Toward PGBT: President George Bush Turnpike Use the slight right lane.
7

Continue on PGBT

15 mi · 15 min · President George Bush Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Toward Avenue K, Plano Road Use the slight right lane.
9

Turn straight onto TX 190

0.7 mi · 1 min · President George Bush Highway
10

Turn right onto K Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · K Avenue
11

Continue on Municipal Avenue

0.4 mi · 56 sec · Municipal Avenue
12

Turn left onto East 15th Street

392 ft · 7 sec · East 15th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
13

Arrive at destination

East 15th Street

Trip Plan

Since this drive is only 103.7 miles and takes approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, you have the luxury of flexibility. Consider an early morning departure to avoid any potential local traffic, especially as you approach Plano. With no specific recommended stops and a low fuel cost of around $16, you likely won't need to plan for extensive breaks or refueling. Pay close attention to the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile; a good tip is to ensure your GPS is updated and to be mindful of speed limits as you navigate through various local road segments.

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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 52.3 miles from Mount Vernon, TX, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.9 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 23 miles or 25m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 52.3 miles or 55m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 30m

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 Mount Vernon, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Mount Vernon, TX

This is one driving day of about 104.7 miles and 1h 52m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Mount Vernon, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 30 for about 83.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Hunt County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Caddo Mills, TX

52 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

Sulphur Springs, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Greenville, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 52.3 miles from Mount Vernon, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 30 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 83.9 miles.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Shenaniganz Entertainment Center

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Rockwall, Texas

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 82.3

Hours: 12–11 pm

+19727221133

Visit website

Shenaniganz Entertainment Center

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 82.3

Rockwall, Texas

Hours: 12–11 pm

+19727221133

Visit website

Dark Hour Haunted House

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 104.7

Plano, Texas

+14692980556

Visit website

11th Hour Escape

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 104.7

Plano, Texas

Hours: 12–5:30 pm

+14692095978

Visit website

Heritage Farmstead Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 104.7

Plano, Texas

Hours: Closed

+19728810140

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 7

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 104.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

3
0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 67; TX 37 / State Highway 37 South

Turn left onto US 67; TX 37 / State Highway 37 South

Navigation decision point

5
2.9 mi into trip | ~5m in | I 30

Merge onto I 30

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
86.9 mi into trip | ~1h 31m in

Take the exit toward PGBT: President George Bush Turnpike

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 61B Toward PGBT: President George Bush Turnpike
7
102.6 mi into trip | ~1h 48m in

Take the exit toward Avenue K, Plano Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward Avenue K, Plano Road
6
104.6 mi into trip | ~1h 52m in | East 15th Street

Turn left onto East 15th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.82 one way

$31.64 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 37 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $17.32 $34.63
premium $4.54 $18.69 $37.39
diesel $5.61 $23.12 $46.23

Estimated Tolls: $1.18

President George Bush Turnpike (14.7 mi) $1.18

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

$16

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 36.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 31.4 0 $10.99 $5.03
Efficient EV 26.2 0 $9.16 $4.19
EV Truck/SUV 41.9 0 $14.66 $6.70

Gas CO2

37 kg

EV CO2

12 kg (68% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Mount Vernon, TX

Morning in Mount Vernon on Sunday

Local time

11:12 AM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Plano, TX

Morning in Plano on Sunday

Local time

11:12 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

4 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

1h 52m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this route, as indicated by the data. With a 0% highway share, you won't be spending much time on high-speed interstates. Instead, this journey is characterized by frequent turns and navigating local roads, as you transition from Highway 37 South to Interstate 30 and then onto the PGBT. The absence of a specified longest stretch suggests a continuous series of turns and intersections rather than long, unbroken segments of driving. This means staying alert and engaged is key to a smooth progression.

96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 83.9 mi on I 30.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 30 and President George Bush Turnpike. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near US 67; TX 37 / State Highway 37 South.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Mount Vernon, TX to Plano, TX is easy. At 1h 52m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (US 67; TX 37 / State Highway 37 South): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

On the drive from Mount Vernon, TX to Plano, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Pgbt: President George Bush Turnpike along the way.

Pgbt: President George Bush Turnpike

86.9 mi in | ~1h 31m

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 1h 52m. Total distance: 104.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 83.9 miles on I 30. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $1.18 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.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (US 67; TX 37 / State Highway 37 South): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

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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