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Trip from Bushland, TX to Plano, TX

Data updated 5 hours ago

Drive Time

6h 46m

Distance

373.7 mi

601 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$56

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
6h 35m ★
6 AM
6h 47m
8 AM
7h 10m
10 AM
6h 55m
12 PM
6h 53m
3 PM
6h 56m
5 PM
7h 9m
8 PM
6h 40m

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

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Downtown Bushland, TX, TX

Bushland, TX

Jeff Stapleton

city in Collin and Denton counties in Texas, United States

Plano, TX

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Trip Overview

This 373.7-mile drive from Bushland, TX to Plano, TX will take approximately 6 hours and 46 minutes. It's a solid day trip option, especially since it's almost entirely on highways at 96%. You'll primarily be on US Highway 287 and the Central East Freeway, making for a straightforward journey through the Great Plains region of Texas. With an estimated fuel cost of $56, this route is budget-friendly for a single day's travel. Consider this a practical, efficient route for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.

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

186.9 miles from Bushland, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 22m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 96% of the route utilizing major roadways like US Highway 287. The feel is largely that of a high-speed transit, allowing you to cover ground quickly. You'll encounter one significant uninterrupted stretch of 81.8 miles on US Highway 287, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly. While primarily a highway experience, the Central East Freeway in the latter part of the journey might offer a slightly different, perhaps more urban, road feel as you approach Plano.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 39 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 287 is the longest continuous segment at about 81.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 287 and US 287. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 232.7 miles in near US 287 / Northwest Freeway.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 373.7 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 232.7 miles (US 287 / Northwest Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 334.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 355.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 24 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
232.7 mi into trip | ~4h 10m in | US 287 / Northwest Freeway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 287 / Northwest Freeway toward I 44 West, US 277 South, US 281 South, US 287 South: Wichita Falls

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

Toward I 44 West, US 277 South, US 281 South, U...
6
334.5 mi into trip | ~6h 2m in

Take the ramp toward I 35 South

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes. Toward I 35 South
7
355.9 mi into trip | ~6h 25m 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
357.2 mi into trip | ~6h 27m 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
371.8 mi into trip | ~6h 43m 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

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US Highway 287 81.8 mi 1h 27m
US 287 77.2 mi 1h 21m
Central East Freeway 72.5 mi 1h 16m
US Highway 287 East 40.5 mi 42m
West US Highway 380 21.8 mi 25m
I 40 20.5 mi 24m
President George Bush Turnpike 13.3 mi 14m
South Stemmons Freeway 10.5 mi 11m
Longest stretch: US Highway 287 — 81.8 mi, about 1h 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

219 ft · 17 sec · this road
2

At end of road, turn right onto RM 2381

469 ft · 14 sec · South Ranch Road 2381
3

Turn left onto West Interstate 40 Frontage Road

0.2 mi · 26 sec · West Interstate 40 Frontage Road
4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 25 sec
5

Merge onto I 40

20 mi · 24 min · I 40
6

Take the exit onto US 287

77 mi · 1 hr 21 min · US 287
Exit 78 Toward US 287 South: Fort Worth
7

Turn slight right onto US 287

14 mi · 13 min · US Highway 287
8

Continue on US 287

0.7 mi · 58 sec · Burnett Street
9

Continue on US 287

14 mi · 14 min · US Highway 287
10

Continue on US 287

2.8 mi · 3 min · Avenue F Northwest
11

Continue on US 287

54 mi · 58 min · US Highway 287
12

Continue on US 287

4.1 mi · 4 min · Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Continue on US 70; US 183; US 287

41 mi · 42 min · US Highway 287 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Continue on US 287

4.6 mi · 4 min · Northwest Freeway
15

Keep slight right at fork onto US 287

0.6 mi · 42 sec · Northwest Freeway
Toward I 44 West, US 277 South, US 281 South, US 287 South: Wichita Falls
16

Merge onto I 44; US 277; US 281; US 287

2.5 mi · 3 min · Central Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Continue on US 277; US 281; US 287

0.9 mi · 1 min · Lloyd Ruby Overpass
Use the straight lane.
18

Continue on US 281; US 287

0.9 mi · 1 min · Central East Freeway
19

Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287

1.8 mi · 1 min · Central East Freeway
20

Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; US 287

70 mi · 1 hr 13 min · Central East Freeway
21

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 21 sec
22

Keep slight left at fork

147 ft · 4 sec
23

Turn left onto US 380

22 mi · 25 min · West US Highway 380
24

Continue on US 380

3.3 mi · 4 min · West University Drive
25

Take the exit

288 ft · 7 sec
26

Turn straight onto North Interstate 35

0.1 mi · 11 sec · North Interstate 35
27

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Toward I 35 South Use the straight / left lanes.
28

Merge onto I 35; US 77

1.0 mi · 1 min · I 35; US 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29

Continue on I 35E; US 77

9.8 mi · 10 min · I 35E; US 77
Toward I 35E South: Dallas Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30

Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E

10 mi · 11 min · South Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
31

Take the exit

1.2 mi · 1 min
Exit 445 Toward PGBT Toll: President George Bush Turnpike Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32

Keep slight right at fork

1.2 mi · 1 min
Toward PGBT Toll East: President George Bush Turnpike Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33

Merge onto PGBT

13 mi · 14 min · President George Bush Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward US 75 North: McKinney Use the slight left lane.
36

Turn slight right

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Exit 29 Toward 15th Street Use the slight right lane.
37

Turn straight onto Central Expressway

0.4 mi · 49 sec · Central Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
38

Turn right onto East 15th Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · East 15th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
39

Arrive at destination

East 15th Street

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour and 46-minute duration, departing from Bushland in the morning is recommended to arrive in Plano with ample daylight. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before the longest stretch of 81.8 miles on US Highway 287, as services might be more spread out. The $56 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always factor in a little extra for unexpected detours or variations in fuel prices. This route is well-suited for a single-day push, so no need to plan for an overnight stay.

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 186.9 miles from Bushland, TX, or about 3h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.8 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 82 miles or 1h 30m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 186.9 miles or 3h 22m 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 37m

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 Bushland, 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 Bushland, TX

This is one driving day of about 373.7 miles and 6h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Bushland, 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 Highway 287 for about 81.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 186.9 mi from Bushland, TX · 3h 22m into the drive

Downtown Wichita Falls, TX, TX

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Wichita Falls, TX

187 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

Wichita Falls, TX to Plano, TX

138.2 mi · 2h 34m

Pacing Suggestions

Wellington, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 84 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Wichita Falls, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 190 miles from Bushland, 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument

Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument

National Monument

13,000 years ago, Alibates Flint was used by mammoth hunters as a source of flint for tools. Learn how important this site was to the survival, commerce, and culture of the people of the High Plains.

28 mi from route ~69 min detour Free near mile 25.8
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$56.47 one way

$112.93 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 131 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $61.81 $123.62
premium $4.54 $66.72 $133.44
diesel $5.61 $82.51 $165.02

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

$56

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$83–$108

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 130.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 112.1 1 $39.24 $17.94
Efficient EV 93.4 1 $32.70 $14.95
EV Truck/SUV 149.5 1 $52.32 $23.92

Gas CO2

131 kg

EV CO2

44 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 data refreshed 6 hours ago

Origin

Bushland, TX

Evening in Bushland on Tuesday

Local time

8:57 PM

CDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Plano, TX

Evening in Plano on Tuesday

Local time

8:57 PM

CDT

Current temp

83°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

S 15 mph 20% chance 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

36 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 46m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Bushland, TX to Plano, TX covers 373.7 miles and takes about 6h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 287, US 287, Central East Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 186.9 miles from Bushland, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $56.47 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 373.7 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 232.7 miles (US 287 / Northwest Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 334.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 355.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bushland, TX to Plano, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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