Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
3h 36m
Distance
182.8 mi
294 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
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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Redland, TX
Jeff Stapleton
This 182.8-mile drive from Plano, Texas to Redland, Texas, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in a single day, taking about 3 hours and 36 minutes. You'll primarily be on US Highway 175 East and US Highway 69 South, with a good portion of the journey on the C F Hawn Freeway. With an estimated fuel cost of $28, this highway-focused route offers a practical way to travel between these two points within the Great Plains region. Its efficiency makes it ideal for a day trip, allowing for a timely arrival at your destination.
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
91.4 miles from Plano, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 36m. Total distance: 182.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience for 84% of this trip. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 58.5 miles on the C F Hawn Freeway, indicating substantial periods of consistent travel. While the specific road characteristics outside of this freeway aren't detailed, the emphasis on major highways suggests a generally efficient and direct drive. This profile means you'll likely experience fewer delays and a predictable pace for most of the 182.8 miles.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on C F Hawn Freeway and US Highway 175 East. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near Central Expressway.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 182.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Central Expressway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (US 75 / Central Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 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.
Turn left onto Central Expressway
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto US 75 / Central Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 635
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 635 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 175 East: Kaufman
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| C F Hawn Freeway | 58.5 mi | 1h 3m |
| US Highway 175 East | 20.8 mi | 22m |
| US Highway 69 South | 20.8 mi | 23m |
| Lyndon B Johnson Freeway | 18.5 mi | 19m |
| US Highway 175 | 13.3 mi | 14m |
| Rusk Street | 12.3 mi | 15m |
| US Highway 69 North | 9.5 mi | 10m |
| Central Expressway | 7 mi | 7m |
Step-by-step road directions between Plano, TX and Redland, TX.
Start on East 15th Street
Turn left onto Central Expressway
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 75
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 635
Continue on I 635
Take the exit
Merge onto US 175
Continue on US 175 Bus
Turn left onto US 175 Bus; TX 31 Bus
Continue on US 175 Bus
Continue on US 175
Continue on US 175
Continue on US 175
Continue on US 175
At end of road, turn right onto US 69
Continue on US 69
Continue on US 69
Continue on US 69
Continue on US 69
Continue on US 69
Continue on US 69
Turn left onto FM 2021
Take the ramp
Turn right
Arrive at destination
For this 3-hour and 36-minute drive, departing in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and take advantage of potentially lighter traffic. With only one stop suggested, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch without a clear indication of services is 58.5 miles on the C F Hawn Freeway. Given the relatively short duration and manageable distance of 182.8 miles, this trip is well-suited for a single-day excursion, eliminating the need to plan for an overnight stay.
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.
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 40 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.4 miles or 1h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Redland, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Plano, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 182.8 miles and 3h 36m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 91.4 mi from Plano, TX · 1h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
91 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 91.4 miles from Plano, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Redland, 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 Redland, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$27.62 one way
$55.24 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $30.23 | $60.47 |
| premium | $4.54 | $32.64 | $65.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.36 | $80.72 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.56
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
$28
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.8 | 0 | $19.19 | $8.77 |
| Efficient EV | 45.7 | 0 | $16.00 | $7.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73.1 | 0 | $25.59 | $11.70 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Night in Plano on Thursday
Local time
10:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Night in Redland on Thursday
Local time
10:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
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
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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