Origin
Plano, TX
Afternoon in Plano on Friday
Local time
2:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Plano, TX to Anson, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 52m
Distance
220.5 mi
355 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 40m
★
6 AM
3h 53m
8 AM
4h 18m
10 AM
4h 2m
12 PM
3h 59m
3 PM
4h 3m
5 PM
4h 17m
8 PM
3h 45m
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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Anson, TX
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Trip Overview
The drive from Plano, TX to Anson, TX covers 220.5 miles and takes about 3h 52m 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, I 635 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.32 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
110.2 miles from Plano, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 56m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 52m. Total distance: 220.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 52m drive with frequent turns across 220.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 32 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 52m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Plano, TX to Anson, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central Expressway | — | — |
| US 75 South | — | — |
| I 635 | — | — |
| I 635 West | — | — |
| Lyndon B | — | — |
| Lyndon B Johnson Freeway | — | — |
| I 35E South | — | — |
| South Stemmons Freeway | — | — |
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 Anson, 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
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Central Expressway
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 635
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 635
6
Keep slight right to continue on I 635 West
0.9 mi
·
55 sec
·
I 635 West
7
Merge slight left onto Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
8
Continue on Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
9
Take the exit slight left toward I 35E South: Dallas
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 35E South: Dallas
10
Merge slight right onto South Stemmons Freeway
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Stemmons Freeway
11
Keep slight right to continue on North Walton Walker Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Walton Walker Boulevard
12
Take the exit slight right
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
13
Merge slight right onto Loop 12 TEXpress
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Loop 12 TEXpress
14
Merge slight right onto SH 183 TEXpress
13 mi
·
13 min
·
SH 183 TEXpress
15
Continue on SH 121/183 TEXpress
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
SH 121/183 TEXpress
16
Continue on SH 183 TEXpress
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
SH 183 TEXpress
17
Continue on SH 121/183 TEXpress
0.7 mi
·
43 sec
·
SH 121/183 TEXpress
18
Continue on I 820 TEXpress
6.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 820 TEXpress
19
Merge slight right onto Northeast Loop
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
·
Northeast Loop
20
Continue on Jim Wright Freeway
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Jim Wright Freeway
21
Take the exit slight right toward I 30 West: Weatherford
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 30 West: Weatherford
22
Merge slight left onto West Freeway
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
West Freeway
23
Merge slight right
135 mi
·
2 hr 17 min
24
Take the exit slight right toward US 83 Business: Abilene
151 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 83 Business: Abilene
25
Turn slight right onto US 83 Business: Abilene
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
US 83 Business: Abilene
26
At the end of the road, turn left onto Pine Street
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Pine Street
27
Take the ramp straight toward Pine Street
0.6 mi
·
45 sec
·
Pine Street
28
Continue straight
19 mi
·
20 min
29
Turn slight right onto East Court Plaza
79 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Court Plaza
30
Turn right onto 12th Street
131 ft
·
11 sec
·
12th Street
31
Turn left
174 ft
·
8 sec
32
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 110.2 miles from Plano, TX, or about 1h 56m 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 49 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110.2 miles or 1h 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Anson, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Plano, 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 Plano, TX
This is one driving day of about 220.5 miles and 3h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Plano, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 110.2 mi from Plano, TX · 1h 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
110 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 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 110.2 miles from Plano, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Anson, TX
The final approach into Anson, 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 Anson, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.32 one way
$66.64 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
77 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $36.47 | $72.94 |
| premium | $4.54 | $39.37 | $78.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $48.68 | $97.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66.1 | 0 | $23.15 | $10.58 |
| Efficient EV | 55.1 | 0 | $19.29 | $8.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 88.2 | 1 | $30.87 | $14.11 |
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Anson, TX
Afternoon in Anson on Friday
Local time
2:48 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 52m 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 Anson, TX covers 220.5 miles and takes about 3h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Central Expressway, US 75 South, I 635. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 110.2 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 $33.32 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 52m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Plano, TX to Anson, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Plano, TX to Anson, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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