Trip from Plano, TX to Wink, TX

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

7h 32m

Distance

435.3 mi

700 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$66

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min

4 AM

7h 23m ★

6 AM

7h 33m

8 AM

7h 53m

10 AM

7h 40m

12 PM

7h 38m

3 PM

7h 41m

5 PM

7h 52m

8 PM

7h 27m

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

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city in Collin and Denton counties in Texas, United States

Plano, TX

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city in Winkler County, Texas, United States

Wink, TX

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Trip Overview

Plano, TX to Wink, TX is 435.3 miles and takes about 7h 32m via I 20, Rodgers Street, and SH 183 TEXpress, with a fuel budget near $63 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Great Plains region, traversing mostly flat terrain. Expect a straightforward drive primarily on major highways. Given the relatively short duration and highway focus, this route is well-suited for a single-day push, allowing you to reach your destination 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

2 planned breaks

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

Midpoint

217.6 miles from Plano, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 45m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 20	354.6 mi	5h 57m
Rodgers Street	15.7 mi	23m
SH 183 TEXpress	13.6 mi	13m
Jim Wright Freeway	12.8 mi	14m
Central Expressway	7 mi	7m
I 820 TEXpress	6.9 mi	6m
West Freeway	6 mi	6m
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway	4.8 mi	5m

Longest stretch: I 20 — 354.6 mi, about 5h 57m

Traffic on I-20

Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 48 FHWA count stations on your route.

Peak

5 PM

~1,511 veh/hr typical · worst 1,850

Quietest

2 AM

~212 veh/hr

Peak-to-quiet ratio

7.1×

busier at peak than in the quiet hours

12a 6a noon 6p 11p

Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on East 15th Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · East 15th Street

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto Central Expressway

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Central Expressway

Use the left / straight lanes.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 19 sec

Toward US 75 South

Merge onto US 75

6.8 mi · 7 min · Central Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec

Exit 21 Toward I 635 Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.9 mi · 55 sec

Toward I 635 West Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 635

2.4 mi · 2 min · Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 635

4.8 mi · 5 min · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 31 sec

Exit 27C Toward I 35E South: Dallas Use the left / straight lanes.

Merge onto I 35E

2.2 mi · 2 min · South Stemmons Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto North Walton Walker Boulevard

0.6 mi · 39 sec · North Walton Walker Boulevard

Exit 436A Toward Loop 12 South: Irving, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 14 sec

Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto Loop 12 TEXpress

2.2 mi · 2 min · Loop 12 TEXpress

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto TX 183 TEXpress

13 mi · 13 min · SH 183 TEXpress

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress

2.0 mi · 2 min · SH 121/183 TEXpress

Continue on TX 183 TEXpress

0.1 mi · 7 sec · SH 183 TEXpress

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress

0.7 mi · 42 sec · SH 121/183 TEXpress

Continue on I 820 TEXpress

6.9 mi · 6 min · I 820 TEXpress

Toward I 820 Express West Toll Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 820

0.4 mi · 24 sec · Northeast Loop

Continue on I 820

13 mi · 14 min · Jim Wright Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 1 min

Exit 3A Toward I 30 West: Weatherford Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 30

6.0 mi · 6 min · West Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 20

355 mi · 5 hr 57 min · I 20

Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 27 sec

Exit 66 Toward FM 1907, SH 115: Pyote, Kermit

Turn right onto TX 115

16 mi · 23 min · Rodgers Street

Continue on TX 115

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Hendricks Boulevard

Turn right onto FM 1232

78 ft · 2 sec · Southwest 1st Street

Arrive at destination

FM 1232

Trip Plan

For this 7.5-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Plano to maximize daylight. With only two recommended stops, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially on the long stretch of I 20, as services can be spaced out in West Texas. The estimated fuel cost of $63 should help you budget for gas. Since this is a manageable one-day trip, you can decide on your stop timing based on comfort and need.

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 217.6 miles from Plano, TX, or about 3h 45m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 354.6 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 96 miles or 1h 42m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 217.6 miles or 3h 45m 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 24m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wink, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Plano, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Plano, TX

This is one driving day of about 435.3 miles and 7h 32m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 96 miles from Plano, 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 I 20 for about 354.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Aspermont, TX

218 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

Granbury, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 96 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rotan, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 217.6 miles from Plano, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

0.9 mi from route

QuikTrip

1.9 mi from route

Mr. Fuel Travel Center

2.4 mi from route

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 7.8 and 58.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7.8 mi into trip | ~9m in

Take the exit toward I 635

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

Use the straight / right lanes. Exit 21 Toward I 635

8.1 mi into trip | ~9m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 635 West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 635 West

16.1 mi into trip | ~18m in

Take the exit toward I 35E South: Dallas

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

Use the left / straight lanes. Exit 27C Toward I 35E South: Dallas

18.8 mi into trip | ~21m in | North Walton Walker Boulevard

Keep slight right at fork onto North Walton Walker Boulevard toward Loop 12 South: Irving, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

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

Exit 436A Toward Loop 12 South: Irving, Dallas Fort Worth...

58.1 mi into trip | ~1h 3m in

Take the exit toward I 30 West: Weatherford

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 3A Toward I 30 West: Weatherford

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$66.08 one way

$132.17 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 152 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$72.84	$145.67
premium	$4.58	$78.49	$156.98
diesel	$5.35	$91.69	$183.37

Estimated Tolls: $0.56

Central Expressway (7 mi) $0.56

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

$66

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$92–$117

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 152.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.

Driving Electric?

About $46 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	130.6	1	$45.71	$20.89
Efficient EV	108.8	1	$38.09	$17.41
EV Truck/SUV	174.1	2	$60.94	$27.86

Gas CO2

152 kg

EV CO2

51 kg (66% 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 May 14, 2026

Origin

Plano, TX

Afternoon in Plano on Wednesday

Local time

4:28 PM

CDT

Current temp

92°F

Sunny

S 10 to 15 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Fire Weather Watch

Fire Weather Watch issued May 14 at 1:16PM CDT until May 15 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued May 14 at 12:56PM CDT until May 14 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Norman OK

Destination

Wink, TX

Afternoon in Wink on Wednesday

Local time

4:28 PM

CDT

Current temp

98°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

6 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 32m 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 95% highway, so you'll spend most of your time on high-speed roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 354.6 miles on I 20. You'll transition to surface roads as you approach your destination. Be prepared for the dense exit patterns common on interstates for much of this drive.

95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 354.6 mi on I 20.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and Rodgers Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.8 miles in.

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 21 significant decision points across 435.3 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 7.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

2,938 ft 576 ft

Total Climb

2,990 ft

Total Descent

863 ft

Highest Point

2,938 ft

~373.1 mi in

Elevation Range

2,362 ft

Detours Along the Way

Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.

Starbucks

Cafe

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Richardson, TX

Cuisine: coffee_shop

Visit website

Starbucks

Cafe

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour

Abilene, TX

Cuisine: coffee_shop

Visit website

Burger King

Fast_food

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Eastland, TX

Restaurant

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Santo, TX

Cuisine: indian

Visit website

Subway

Fast_food

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Santo, TX

Cuisine: sandwich

Hours: 08:00-21:00

Visit website

Ol' Rip

Attraction

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Oak Grove Park

Park

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Livestock Exchange Building

Attraction

Caravan_site

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.

About the Cities

Starting 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

Arriving in Wink, TX

Full guide →

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 32m. Total distance: 435.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 32m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 354.6 miles on I 20. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.56 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.

Yes — we found about 50 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 Wink, 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. There are 50 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.5 hours each way, a round trip means 15.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Wink, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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