Origin
Mount Vernon, TX
Night in Mount Vernon on Wednesday
Local time
10:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Vernon, TX to Plano, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
103.7 mi
167 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Vernon, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Plano, TX
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Trip Overview
This 103.7-mile drive from Mount Vernon, TX to Plano, TX is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 40 minutes, making it perfect for a single-day trip. You'll navigate using Highway 37 South, Interstate 30, and the PGBT, with a minimal highway share of 0%, suggesting a more local road experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $16, this drive through the Great Plains region of Texas is quite budget-friendly. Given its short duration and lack of designated overnight stops, you can plan to depart and arrive on the same day, offering flexibility.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
51.8 miles from Mount Vernon, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this route, as indicated by the data. With a 0% highway share, you won't be spending much time on high-speed interstates. Instead, this journey is characterized by frequent turns and navigating local roads, as you transition from Highway 37 South to Interstate 30 and then onto the PGBT. The absence of a specified longest stretch suggests a continuous series of turns and intersections rather than long, unbroken segments of driving. This means staying alert and engaged is key to a smooth progression.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 37 South 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Mount Vernon, TX to Plano, TX is easy. At 1h 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mount Vernon, TX to Plano, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 37 South | — | — |
| Interstate 30 | — | — |
| PGBT | — | — |
| President George Bush Turnpike | — | — |
| Avenue K | — | — |
| President George Bush Highway | — | — |
| K Avenue | — | — |
| Municipal Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Highway 37 South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Vernon, TX and Plano, TX.
1
Start on East Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto State Highway 37 South
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 37 South
3
Turn right onto West Interstate 30
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Interstate 30
4
Take the ramp slight left
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
5
Merge slight left
84 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward PGBT: President George Bush Turnpike
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
PGBT: President George Bush Turnpike
7
Continue on President George Bush Turnpike
15 mi
·
15 min
·
President George Bush Turnpike
8
Take the exit slight right toward Avenue K, Plano Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Avenue K, Plano Road
9
Turn straight onto President George Bush Highway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
President George Bush Highway
10
Turn right onto K Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
K Avenue
11
Continue on Municipal Avenue
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Municipal Avenue
12
Turn left onto East 15th Street
394 ft
·
8 sec
·
East 15th Street
13
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this drive is only 103.7 miles and takes approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, you have the luxury of flexibility. Consider an early morning departure to avoid any potential local traffic, especially as you approach Plano. With no specific recommended stops and a low fuel cost of around $16, you likely won't need to plan for extensive breaks or refueling. Pay close attention to the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile; a good tip is to ensure your GPS is updated and to be mindful of speed limits as you navigate through various local road segments.
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 51.8 miles from Mount Vernon, TX, or about 50m 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 23 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.8 miles or 50m 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 22m
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 Mount Vernon, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Mount Vernon, TX
This is one driving day of about 103.7 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Mount Vernon, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.8 mi from Mount Vernon, TX · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.8 miles from Mount Vernon, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.67 one way
$31.34 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $17.15 | $34.30 |
| premium | $4.54 | $18.51 | $37.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.90 | $45.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.1 | 0 | $10.89 | $4.98 |
| Efficient EV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.07 | $4.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.5 | 0 | $14.52 | $6.64 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Night in Plano on Wednesday
Local time
10:04 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
4 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
1h 40m 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 Mount Vernon, TX to Plano, TX covers 103.7 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 37 South, Interstate 30, PGBT. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.8 miles from Mount Vernon, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.67 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.
The drive from Mount Vernon, TX to Plano, TX is easy. At 1h 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mount Vernon, TX to Plano, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Mount Vernon, TX to Plano, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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