Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
68.2 mi
110 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Aledo, TX
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The drive from Plano, TX to Aledo, TX covers 68.2 miles and takes about 1h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SH 183 TEXpress, Jim Wright Freeway, Central Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.6 miles on SH 183 TEXpress. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.31 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 68.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 1h 18m highway drive covering 68.2 miles, with most of the trip on SH 183 TEXpress and Jim Wright Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 13.6 miles on SH 183 TEXpress.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SH 183 TEXpress and Jim Wright Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.8 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.2 miles you will encounter 21 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward I 635
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward I 635 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 35E South: Dallas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto North Walton Walker Boulevard toward Loop 12 South: Irving, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Walsh Ranch Parkway, FM 1187/FM 3325
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Plano, TX and Aledo, TX, road signs point toward Loop 12 South: Irving, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport and Fm 1187/Fm 3325.
Loop 12 South: Irving
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Fm 1187/Fm 3325
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SH 183 TEXpress | 13.6 mi | 13m |
| Jim Wright Freeway | 12.8 mi | 14m |
| Central Expressway | 7 mi | 7m |
| I 820 TEXpress | 6.9 mi | 6m |
| Lyndon B Johnson Freeway | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| West Freeway | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| SH 121/183 TEXpress | 2.7 mi | 2m |
| Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway | 2.4 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Plano, TX and Aledo, TX.
Start on East 15th Street
Turn left onto Central Expressway
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 75
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 635
Continue on I 635
Take the exit
Merge onto I 35E
Keep slight right at fork onto North Walton Walker Boulevard
Take the exit
Merge onto Loop 12 TEXpress
Merge onto TX 183 TEXpress
Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress
Continue on TX 183 TEXpress
Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress
Continue on I 820 TEXpress
Merge onto I 820
Continue on I 820
Take the exit
Merge onto I 30
Take the exit
Turn straight onto West Freeway
Turn straight onto East Interstate 20
Turn left onto FM 1187
Continue on FM 1187
Keep slight left at fork onto FM 1187
Continue on FM 1187
Turn slight left
Turn straight onto FM 1187
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.1 mi from Plano, TX · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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.
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 34.1 miles from Plano, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Aledo, 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.
Regular Gas
$10.31 one way
$20.61 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $11.28 | $22.56 |
| premium | $4.54 | $12.18 | $24.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.06 | $30.12 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.56
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$1
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.16 | $3.27 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.97 | $2.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.55 | $4.36 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Plano on Thursday
Local time
12:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Aledo on Thursday
Local time
12:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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