Origin
Ferris, TX
Evening in Ferris on Wednesday
Local time
8:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ferris, TX to Plano, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
45m
Distance
38 mi
61 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ferris, TX
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Plano, TX
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 38-mile drive from Ferris, TX to Plano, TX will take you about 45 minutes, making it an easy day trip. With 96% of the journey on highways, expect a focused driving experience. The estimated fuel cost is around $6, so it's an economical option. You'll be traveling within the Great Plains region throughout this trip. Given the short distance and duration, no overnight stops are necessary. This route is ideal for a quick transition between locations without significant detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
19 miles from Ferris, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
The profile of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with a 96% highway share. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 19.3 miles on I 45, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the trip. The main roads include I 45, North Central Expressway, and East 15th Street, indicating a mix of interstate travel and major arterial roads as you approach your destination. Expect a driving experience characterized by smooth, high-speed travel for most of the 38 miles.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 45 is the longest continuous segment at about 19.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 45 and North Central Expressway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West 5th Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 45m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (North Interstate 45): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (I 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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West 5th Street
Turn right onto West 5th Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
North Interstate 45
Turn left onto North Interstate 45
Navigation decision point
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 45
Merge onto I 45
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
35.6 mi into trip
|
~40m 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
6
37.4 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
East 15th Street
Turn right onto East 15th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 45 | 19.3 mi | 21m |
| North Central Expressway | 16.6 mi | 18m |
| East 15th Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Interstate 45 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West 5th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 45
— 19.3 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ferris, TX and Plano, TX.
1
Start on this road
278 ft
·
22 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto West 5th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West 5th Street
3
Turn left onto North Interstate 45
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
North Interstate 45
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 45 North
5
Merge onto I 45
19 mi
·
21 min
·
I 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on US 75
15 mi
·
16 min
·
North Central Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 28A
Toward Plano Parkway, 15th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn straight onto North Central Expressway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Central Expressway
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9
Turn right onto East 15th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 15th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Arrive at destination
East 15th Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 45-minute duration and 38-mile distance, you have considerable flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Ferris, TX, consider heading out mid-morning to avoid potential local rush hour congestion. The low fuel cost of $6 means you likely won't need to worry about refueling stops. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 19.3 miles on I 45, so plan any brief diversions or checks before or after this segment. Since this is a quick drive, you can easily adjust your timing based on traffic conditions closer to Plano.
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 19 miles from Ferris, TX, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.3 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 38 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19 miles or 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Plano, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Ferris, TX.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ferris, TX
This is one driving day of about 38 miles and 45m.
At 38 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 45 for about 19.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19 mi from Ferris, TX · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19 miles from Ferris, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Plano, TX
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Plano, TX if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.74 one way
$11.48 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $6.28 | $12.57 |
| premium | $4.54 | $6.78 | $13.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.39 | $16.78 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.32
Central Expressway
(16.6 mi)
$1.32
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
$6
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.99 | $1.82 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.32 | $1.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.32 | $2.43 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Evening in Plano on Wednesday
Local time
8:04 PM
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
45m 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 Ferris, TX to Plano, TX covers 38 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 45, North Central Expressway, East 15th Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19 miles from Ferris, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.74 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 straightforward 45m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (North Interstate 45): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (I 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Ferris, TX to Plano, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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