Origin
Plano, TX
Night in Plano on Wednesday
Local time
10:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Plano, TX to Addison, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
18m
Distance
13.1 mi
21 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Plano, TX
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Addison, TX
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Trip Overview
The drive from Plano, TX to Addison, TX covers 13.1 miles and takes about 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Central Expressway, US 75 South, President George Bush Turnpike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.98 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
6.6 miles from Plano, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 18m drive with frequent turns across 13.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Central Expressway 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 Plano, TX to Addison, TX is easy. At 18m 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 Plano, TX to Addison, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central Expressway | — | — |
| US 75 South | — | — |
| President George Bush Turnpike | — | — |
| PGBT West | — | — |
| DNT | — | — |
| DNT South | — | — |
| Dallas North Tollway | — | — |
| Addison Toll Tunnel | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Central Expressway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plano, TX and Addison, TX.
1
Start on East 15th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 15th Street
2
Turn left onto Central Expressway
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Central Expressway
3
Take the ramp slight left toward US 75 South
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 75 South
4
Merge slight left onto Central Expressway
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
Central Expressway
5
Take the exit slight right toward President George Bush Turnpike
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
President George Bush Turnpike
6
Keep slight right to continue on PGBT West: President George Bush Turnpike
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
PGBT West: President George Bush Turnpike
7
Merge slight left onto President George Bush Turnpike
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
President George Bush Turnpike
8
Take the exit slight right toward DNT: Dallas North Tollway
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
DNT: Dallas North Tollway
9
Keep slight left to continue on DNT South: Dallas North Tollway South
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
DNT South: Dallas North Tollway South
10
Merge slight left onto Dallas North Tollway
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Dallas North Tollway
11
Take the exit slight right toward Addison Toll Tunnel, Keller Springs Road, Arapaho Road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Addison Toll Tunnel, Keller Springs Road, Arapaho Road
12
Turn straight onto Dallas Parkway
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Dallas Parkway
13
Turn right onto Addison Circle
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Addison Circle
14
At the end of the road, turn right onto Addison Circle
197 ft
·
10 sec
·
Addison Circle
15
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Addison Circle
207 ft
·
7 sec
·
Addison Circle
16
Exit the roundabout onto Addison Circle
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Addison Circle
17
Turn right
66 ft
·
7 sec
18
Turn right
85 ft
·
6 sec
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 6.6 miles from Plano, TX, or about 9m 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 13 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.6 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Addison, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Plano, TX.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Plano, TX
This is one driving day of about 13.1 miles and 18m.
At 13.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.6 mi from Plano, TX · 9m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.6 miles from Plano, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Addison, TX
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Addison, 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
$1.98 one way
$3.96 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $2.17 | $4.33 |
| premium | $4.54 | $2.34 | $4.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.89 | $5.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.38 | $0.63 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.83 | $0.84 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Addison, TX
Night in Addison on Wednesday
Local time
10:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
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
18m 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 Plano, TX to Addison, TX covers 13.1 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Central Expressway, US 75 South, President George Bush Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.6 miles from Plano, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.98 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 Plano, TX to Addison, TX is easy. At 18m 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 Plano, TX to Addison, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Plano, TX to Addison, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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