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Trip from Petersburg, TX to Plano, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 22m
Distance
342.1 mi
551 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 10m
★
6 AM
6h 22m
8 AM
6h 47m
10 AM
6h 31m
12 PM
6h 28m
3 PM
6h 32m
5 PM
6h 46m
8 PM
6h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Petersburg, TX
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Plano, TX
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Trip Overview
Petersburg, TX to Plano, TX is 342.1 miles and takes about 6h 22m via US 62 and US 82, with a fuel budget near $52 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive mostly stays within the vast Great Plains region of Texas, offering a straightforward trek across the state. Given its highway-heavy nature and manageable duration, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip. Plan for a primarily open-road experience with minimal detours, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
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
171.1 miles from Petersburg, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 12m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 62 | 140.5 mi | 2h 28m |
| Central East Freeway | 71.9 mi | 1h 15m |
| US 82 | 49 mi | 55m |
| West US Highway 380 | 21.8 mi | 25m |
| Main Street | 14 mi | 24m |
| President George Bush Turnpike | 13.3 mi | 14m |
| South Stemmons Freeway | 10.5 mi | 11m |
| I 35E | 9.8 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
US 62
— 140.5 mi, about 2h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Petersburg, TX and Plano, TX.
1
Start on Avenue H
149 ft
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11 sec
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Avenue H
2
Turn left onto FM 789
14 mi
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24 min
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Main Street
3
Turn left onto US 62; US 82; TX 114
140 mi
·
2 hr 28 min
·
US 62; US 82; TX 114
4
Turn left onto US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
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North Main Street
5
Continue on US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 82
6
Take the exit onto US 82
48 mi
·
53 min
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US 82
Toward US 82 East, US 183 North, US 277 North, US 283 North: Wichita Falls
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 82
Toward US 82 East, US 281 South, US 287 South: Fort Worth
8
Merge onto US 82; US 281; US 287
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
Central East Freeway
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287
1.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Central East Freeway
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287
70 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
·
Central East Freeway
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
12
Keep slight left at fork
147 ft
·
4 sec
13
Turn left onto US 380
22 mi
·
25 min
·
West US Highway 380
14
Continue on US 380
3.3 mi
·
4 min
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West University Drive
15
Take the exit
288 ft
·
7 sec
16
Turn straight onto North Interstate 35
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
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North Interstate 35
17
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 35 South
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Merge onto I 35; US 77
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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I 35; US 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on I 35E; US 77
9.8 mi
·
10 min
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I 35E; US 77
Toward I 35E South: Dallas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E
10 mi
·
11 min
·
South Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
21
Take the exit
1.2 mi
·
1 min
Exit 445
Toward PGBT Toll: President George Bush Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight right at fork
1.2 mi
·
1 min
Toward PGBT Toll East: President George Bush Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Merge onto PGBT
13 mi
·
14 min
·
President George Bush Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 75 North: McKinney
Use the slight left lane.
26
Turn slight right
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 29
Toward 15th Street
Use the slight right lane.
27
Turn straight onto Central Expressway
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
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Central Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
Turn right onto East 15th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 15th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Arrive at destination
East 15th Street
Trip Plan
Starting your drive from Petersburg in the morning will give you ample time to reach Plano before evening, as the 6h 22m duration is easily achievable in one day. With a fuel cost estimated at $52, it's wise to fill up before you leave Petersburg or at a major stop along US 62. The longest stretch is over 140 miles, so ensure you have snacks and drinks for that segment. Given the route's efficiency, you have flexibility to depart later if needed, but an earlier start maximizes daylight and allows for any unforeseen traffic near Plano.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 171.1 miles from Petersburg, TX, or about 3h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 140.5 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 75 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 171.1 miles or 3h 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 5h 12m
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 Petersburg, 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 Petersburg, TX
This is one driving day of about 342.1 miles and 6h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 75 miles from Petersburg, 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 62 for about 140.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
171 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 75 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 171.1 miles from Petersburg, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 62 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 140.5 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.
Knox County Westbound Rest Area
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Wise County Northbound
0 mi from route
Crosby County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
QuikTrip
1 mi from route
TA
2.2 mi from route
Texas Travel Information Center at Wichita Falls
2.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
2.2 mi from route
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 website11th 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 websiteHeritage 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 websiteJake's Hilltop Park
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Flower Mound, Texas
Hours: 6 am–9 pm
+19728746000
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 225 decision points cluster between mile 156.6 and 340.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
156.6 mi into trip
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~2h 55m in
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US 82
Take the exit onto US 82 toward US 82 East, US 183 North, US 277 North, US 283 North: Wichita Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 82 East, US 183 North, US 277 North,...
6
204.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 49m in
|
US 82
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82 toward US 82 East, US 281 South, US 287 South: Fort Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 82 East, US 281 South, US 287 South:...
7
324.3 mi into trip
|
~6h 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
325.5 mi into trip
|
~6h 2m 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
340.2 mi into trip
|
~6h 18m 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
$46.86 one way
$93.71 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
120 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $52.34 | $104.68 |
| premium | $4.23 | $56.90 | $113.81 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $64.59 | $129.19 |
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
$47
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 119.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 102.6 | 1 | $35.92 | $16.42 |
| Efficient EV | 85.5 | 0 | $29.93 | $13.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 136.8 | 1 | $47.89 | $21.89 |
Gas CO2
120 kg
EV CO2
40 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.
Origin
Petersburg, TX
Evening in Petersburg on Monday
Local time
7:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Clear
SSW 5 to 15 mph
18% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 19 at 7:22PM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 19 at 6:49PM CDT until July 19 at 9:45PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Destination
Plano, TX
Evening in Plano on Monday
Local time
7:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Clear
S 5 to 10 mph
20% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 19 at 7:22PM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 19 at 6:49PM CDT until July 19 at 9:45PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
102°F
Henrietta, TX
171 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
13 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
6h 22m 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 route is 93% highway, meaning you'll spend most of your time on high-speed roads like US 62 and US 82. The longest continuous stretch without a significant change in road type is 140.5 miles on US 62. You'll notice the landscape is consistently open and rural for much of the drive, with fewer towns and exits compared to routes with less highway share. Expect a smooth, consistent pace for the vast majority of the trip.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 140.5 mi on US 62.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 62 and Central East Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 156.6 miles in near US 82.
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 22 significant decision points across 342.1 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 156.6 miles (US 82): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 204.7 miles (US 82): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 324.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
3,253 ft
565 ft
Total Climb
228 ft
Total Descent
2,813 ft
Highest Point
3,253 ft
Elevation Range
2,688 ft
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.
On the drive from Petersburg, TX to Plano, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Pgbt Toll: President George Bush Turnpike along the way.
Pgbt Toll: President George Bush Turnpike
324.3 mi in
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~6h
About the Cities
Starting in Petersburg, TX
Full guide →Arriving in Plano, TX
Full guide →Founded 1873
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
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 6h 22m. Total distance: 342.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 22m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 140.5 miles on US 62. 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.
Yes — we found about 15 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 15 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 156.6 miles (US 82): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 204.7 miles (US 82): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 324.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.4 hours each way, a round trip means 12.7 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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