Origin
Brownfield, TX
Afternoon in Brownfield on Sunday
Local time
2:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brownfield, TX to Plano, TX
Drive Time
5h 50m
Distance
359.9 mi
579 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$55
one way
Brownfield, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Plano, TX
Thomas balabaud
Trip Overview
Traveling from Brownfield to Plano covers 359.9 miles across the Texas Great Plains. You should anticipate a drive time of approximately 5 hours and 50 minutes, making it a manageable day trip if you get an early start. With a fuel budget of about $54, this journey is straightforward for those comfortable with a full day of driving. While the route remains entirely within the Great Plains, the transition from the High Plains of Brownfield to the metropolitan area of Plano offers a steady change in scenery. It is a direct route that works well as a single-day push, though you may want to factor in a stop to break up the time behind the wheel.
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
180 miles from Brownfield, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 55m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will navigate primarily via North 1st Street, Seagraves Road, and Lamesa Highway, requiring your full attention as you transition between local roads. Because the longest stretch on North 1st Street is 0 miles, you will find yourself frequently changing roads rather than settling into a long, monotonous highway rhythm. This personality makes the trip feel more involved and hands-on compared to a standard freeway commute. Stay alert, as the winding nature of these local roads requires consistent navigation throughout the nearly six-hour duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 41 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North 1st Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 50m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Brownfield, TX to Plano, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 1st Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Seagraves Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lamesa Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 137 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Brownfield Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Bryan Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North 4th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Lynn Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North 1st Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brownfield, TX and Plano, TX.
1
Start on Lubbock Road
43 ft
·
3 sec
·
Lubbock Road
2
Continue on North 1st Street
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
North 1st Street
3
Continue on Seagraves Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Seagraves Road
4
Turn left onto Lamesa Highway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Lamesa Highway
5
Continue on State Highway 137
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 137
6
Continue on Lamesa Highway
15 mi
·
14 min
·
Lamesa Highway
7
Continue on Brownfield Highway
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Brownfield Highway
8
Continue on North State Highway 137
15 mi
·
22 min
·
North State Highway 137
9
Continue on North Bryan Avenue
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
North Bryan Avenue
10
Turn left onto North 4th Street
0.7 mi
·
53 sec
·
North 4th Street
11
Turn right onto North Lynn Avenue
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
North Lynn Avenue
12
Continue on South Dallas Avenue
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Dallas Avenue
13
Continue on South US Highway 87
18 mi
·
18 min
·
South US Highway 87
14
Continue on William Crooker Highway
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
William Crooker Highway
15
Continue on North US Highway 87
18 mi
·
18 min
·
North US Highway 87
16
Continue on William B Crooker Memorial Highway
430 ft
·
5 sec
·
William B Crooker Memorial Highway
17
Take the exit slight right toward US 87 Business South, FM 700 East
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 87 Business South, FM 700 East
18
Continue on North US Highway 87
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North US Highway 87
19
Turn left onto West Interstate 20
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
West Interstate 20
20
Take the ramp straight toward I 20 East: Abilene
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
I 20 East: Abilene
21
Merge slight left
243 mi
·
4 hr 5 min
22
Keep slight left to continue on West Freeway
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
West Freeway
23
Take the exit slight right toward I 820 North
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 820 North
24
Merge slight left onto Jim Wright Freeway
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Jim Wright Freeway
25
Continue on Northeast Loop
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
Northeast Loop
26
Keep slight left to continue on I 820 TEXpress
6.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 820 TEXpress
27
Continue on SH 121/183 TEXpress
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
SH 121/183 TEXpress
28
Continue on SH 183 TEXpress
12 mi
·
11 min
·
SH 183 TEXpress
29
Keep slight left to continue on Loop 12 TEXpress
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Loop 12 TEXpress
30
Merge slight left onto North Walton Walker Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
54 sec
·
North Walton Walker Boulevard
31
Merge slight right onto North Stemmons Freeway
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Stemmons Freeway
32
Take the exit slight right toward I 635 East
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 635 East
33
Merge slight left onto Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
34
Continue on Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
35
Take the exit slight right toward US 75 North, US 75 South: McKinney, Dallas
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 75 North, US 75 South: McKinney, Dallas
36
Keep slight left to continue on US 75 North: McKinney
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 75 North: McKinney
37
Merge slight left onto North Central Expressway
5.3 mi
·
5 min
·
North Central Expressway
38
Take the exit slight right toward Plano Parkway, 15th Street
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Plano Parkway, 15th Street
39
Turn straight onto North Central Expressway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Central Expressway
40
Turn right onto East 15th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 15th Street
41
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy route without highway stretches, aim to depart early in the morning to maximize daylight for navigation. You have one recommended stop planned, which is essential for maintaining focus during the 359.9-mile journey. Keep your fuel gauge in mind, as the $54 estimate can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency and local station prices along these specific local roads. Because you are not dealing with high-speed interstate traffic, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace if you encounter unexpected local congestion. Pro tip: double-check your turn-by-turn navigation frequently, as the reliance on local roads like Seagraves Road and Lamesa Highway means missing a single turn could add significant time to your trip.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 180 miles from Brownfield, TX, or about 2h 55m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 180 miles or 2h 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 4h 52m
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 Brownfield, 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 Brownfield, TX
This is one driving day of about 359.9 miles and 5h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brownfield, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 180 mi from Brownfield, TX · 2h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
180 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 180 miles from Brownfield, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Plano, TX
The final approach into Plano, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Plano, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$54.98 one way
$109.95 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
126 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $60.25 | $120.50 |
| premium | $4.59 | $65.05 | $130.10 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $79.96 | $159.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 125.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 108 | 1 | $37.79 | $17.28 |
| Efficient EV | 90 | 1 | $31.49 | $14.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 144 | 1 | $50.39 | $23.03 |
Gas CO2
126 kg
EV CO2
42 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.
Destination
Plano, TX
Afternoon in Plano on Sunday
Local time
2:39 PM
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 50m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Brownfield, TX to Plano, TX covers 359.9 miles and takes about 5h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 1st Street, Seagraves Road, Lamesa Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 180 miles from Brownfield, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $54.98 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 50m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Brownfield, TX to Plano, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Brownfield, TX to Plano, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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