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Trip from Reno, 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 53m

Distance

97.6 mi

157 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min
4 AM
1h 45m ★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 10m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
2h 0m
5 PM
2h 9m
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 Reno, TX, TX

Reno, TX

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city in Collin and Denton counties in Texas, United States

Plano, TX

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Trip Overview

This 97.6-mile drive from Reno, TX to Plano, TX is a straightforward, single-day trip that will take approximately 1 hour and 53 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it's an economical option for a quick journey. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it efficient for getting from point A to point B. Both your origin and destination are located within the Great Plains region, so you can expect a consistent landscape throughout your travels. Given its short duration and straightforward nature, this trip is best suited for a single day of travel without the need for an overnight stop.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

48.8 miles from Reno, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US Highway 82 West 34.1 mi 37m
Central Expressway 17.8 mi 19m
South State Highway 121 16.9 mi 18m
Sam Rayburn Highway 15.2 mi 17m
Bonham Street 3.4 mi 4m
Lamar Avenue 2.8 mi 4m
Lamar Road 2.7 mi 3m
North State Highway 121 2 mi 2m
Longest stretch: US Highway 82 West — 34.1 mi, about 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

161 ft · 11 sec · this road
2

Turn sharp left onto US 82

2.7 mi · 3 min · Lamar Road
3

Continue on US 82

2.8 mi · 4 min · Lamar Avenue
4

Continue on US 82 Business

3.4 mi · 4 min · Bonham Street
5

Continue on US 82

34 mi · 37 min · US Highway 82 West
6

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Exit 670 Toward TX 121: Randolph, Trenton
7

Turn straight onto West US Highway 82

0.2 mi · 29 sec · West US Highway 82
8

Turn left onto TX 121

2.0 mi · 2 min · North State Highway 121
9

Turn right onto TX 56; TX 121

0.5 mi · 37 sec · West Sam Rayburn Drive
10

Turn slight left onto TX 121

17 mi · 18 min · South State Highway 121
11

Continue on TX 121

15 mi · 17 min · Sam Rayburn Highway
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward US 75 South, TX 121 South Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Merge onto US 75; TX 121

17 mi · 18 min · Central Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Exit 29 Toward Park Boulevard, 15th Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Turn straight onto Central Expressway

0.8 mi · 1 min · Central Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16

Turn left onto West 15th Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · West 15th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
17

Arrive at destination

East 15th Street

Trip Plan

For this relatively short 1-hour and 53-minute drive, flexibility is your greatest asset. You can easily depart at your convenience, but consider leaving mid-morning to avoid potential rush hour congestion as you approach Plano. With no designated stops recommended, you can choose to pull over as needed, perhaps for a quick break or to refuel if your tank is getting low, keeping the $15 fuel cost in mind. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to signage as you transition from US Highway 82 West to Central Expressway, as it's a key junction point to stay on track for your destination.

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 48.8 miles from Reno, TX, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.1 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 21 miles or 26m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 48.8 miles or 57m 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 33m

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

Before You Leave

+

Open the route before leaving Reno, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Reno, TX

This is one driving day of about 97.6 miles and 1h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Reno, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 82 West for about 34.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in Grayson and Finnin counties in Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Whitewright, TX

49 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.

Popular next leg

Whitewright, TX to Plano, TX

42.9 mi · 54m

Pacing Suggestions

Forest Hill, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Boyd, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 48.8 miles from Reno, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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.

Mckee's Family Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Paris, Texas

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+19037850002

Visit website

Dark Hour Haunted House

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 97.6

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 97.6

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 97.6

Plano, Texas

Hours: Closed

+19728810140

Visit website

Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 83.6

McKinney, Texas

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+19725625566

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 9

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 95.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 82 / Lamar Road

Turn sharp left onto US 82 / Lamar Road

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

6
43.1 mi into trip | ~50m in

Take the exit toward TX 121: Randolph, Trenton

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

Exit 670 Toward TX 121: Randolph, Trenton
8
78 mi into trip | ~1h 30m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 75 South, TX 121 South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 75 South, TX 121 South
5
78.8 mi into trip | ~1h 31m in | US 75; TX 121 / Central Expressway

Merge onto US 75; TX 121 / Central Expressway

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
95.8 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in

Take the exit toward Park Boulevard, 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 29 Toward Park Boulevard, 15th Street

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.75 one way

$29.50 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 34 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $16.14 $32.28
premium $4.54 $17.43 $34.85
diesel $5.61 $21.55 $43.10

Estimated Tolls: $1.43

Central Expressway (17.8 mi) $1.43

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

$15

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 34.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 29.3 0 $10.25 $4.68
Efficient EV 24.4 0 $8.54 $3.90
EV Truck/SUV 39 0 $13.66 $6.25

Gas CO2

34 kg

EV CO2

11 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

Reno, TX

Late night in Reno on Sunday

Local time

2:43 AM

CDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Plano, TX

Late night in Plano on Sunday

Local time

2:43 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

11 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

1h 53m 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 predominantly highway-focused drive, with 73% of the journey utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 34.1 miles on US Highway 82 West, offering a good period of consistent travel. You'll navigate via US Highway 82 West and Central Expressway before transitioning to South State Highway 121. While not a winding scenic route, this configuration of roads is designed for efficient travel, allowing you to cover ground quickly and with minimal interruption.

73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.1 mi on US Highway 82 West.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 82 West and Central Expressway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 82 / Lamar Road.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 97.6 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 82 / Lamar Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 43.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

On the drive from Reno, TX to Plano, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Trenton along the way.

Trenton

43.1 mi in | ~50m

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 53m. Total distance: 97.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 34.1 miles on US Highway 82 West. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $1.43 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. 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: near the start (US 82 / Lamar Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 43.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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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