Origin
Coppell, TX
Late night in Coppell on Friday
Local time
12:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coppell, TX to Plano, TX
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
31m
Distance
25 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coppell, TX
Thomas balabaud
Plano, TX
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Trip Overview
This quick 25-mile journey from Coppell, TX to Plano, TX takes about 31 minutes to complete, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You'll primarily be on major highways, with 89% of the drive being on interstates and freeways, including stretches of the Lyndon B Johnson Freeway and North Central Expressway. The estimated fuel cost for this short hop is a modest $4. Since it's a straightforward drive within the Great Plains region of Texas, there's no need for an overnight stay; you can easily tackle this route in one go. It's a very direct path with minimal fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 25 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 25-mile trip. With 89% of the route utilizing major roadways like the Lyndon B Johnson Freeway and North Central Expressway, this isn't a scenic backroad adventure. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11.3 miles on the Lyndon B Johnson Freeway. The character of the drive remains consistent, primarily involving fast-paced travel on well-maintained freeways. It's a functional transit experience designed for efficiency.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 11.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Lyndon B Johnson Freeway and North Central Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Bethel Road.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 25 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 31m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Bethel Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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West Bethel Road
Turn uturn onto West Bethel Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
1.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Turn left toward I 635 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 635 East
8
16.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward US 75 North, US 75 South: McKinney, Dallas
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 19A
Toward US 75 North, US 75 South: McKinney, Dall...
7
16.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 75 North: McKinney
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 75 North: McKinney
8
22.7 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward Plano Parkway, 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 28A
Toward Plano Parkway, 15th Street
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 Coppell, TX to Plano, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Dallas along the way.
Dallas
16.1 mi in
|
~20m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lyndon B Johnson Freeway | 11.3 mi | 12m |
| North Central Expressway | 6.7 mi | 8m |
| Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway | 2.6 mi | 2m |
| Freeport Parkway | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| East 15th Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Bethel Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
— 11.3 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coppell, TX and Plano, TX.
1
Start on this road
174 ft
·
14 sec
·
this road
2
Turn uturn onto West Bethel Road
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Bethel Road
3
Turn right onto Freeport Parkway
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Freeport Parkway
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 635 East
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 635
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 635
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
Use the right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 19A
Toward US 75 North, US 75 South: McKinney, Dallas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 75 North: McKinney
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto US 75
5.3 mi
·
5 min
·
North Central Expressway
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 28A
Toward Plano Parkway, 15th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto North Central Expressway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Central Expressway
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12
Turn right onto East 15th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 15th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Arrive at destination
East 15th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.78 one way
$7.56 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $4.13 | $8.27 |
| premium | $4.54 | $4.46 | $8.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.52 | $11.04 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.54
Central Expressway
(6.7 mi)
$0.54
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$1
Total
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.19 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Plano, TX
Late night in Plano on Friday
Local time
12:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
12 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
31m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Coppell, TX to Plano, TX covers 25 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lyndon B Johnson Freeway, North Central Expressway, Lyndon B. Johnson 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 12.5 miles from Coppell, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.78 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 25 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 31m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Bethel Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Coppell, TX to Plano, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Dallas along the way.
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