Origin
Reno, TX
Night in Reno on Tuesday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Reno, TX to Plano, TX
Data updated 5 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 53m
Distance
97.6 mi
157 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 45m
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6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 10m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
2h 0m
5 PM
2h 9m
8 PM
1h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Reno, TX
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Plano, TX
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Trip Overview
This 97.6-mile drive from Reno, TX to Plano, TX is a straightforward, single-day trip that will take approximately 1 hour and 53 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it's an economical option for a quick journey. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it efficient for getting from point A to point B. Both your origin and destination are located within the Great Plains region, so you can expect a consistent landscape throughout your travels. Given its short duration and straightforward nature, this trip is best suited for a single day of travel without the need for an overnight stop.
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
48.8 miles from Reno, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 73% of the journey utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 34.1 miles on US Highway 82 West, offering a good period of consistent travel. You'll navigate via US Highway 82 West and Central Expressway before transitioning to South State Highway 121. While not a winding scenic route, this configuration of roads is designed for efficient travel, allowing you to cover ground quickly and with minimal interruption.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 82 West is the longest continuous segment at about 34.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 82 West and Central Expressway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 82 / Lamar Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 97.6 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (US 82 / Lamar Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 43.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 82 / Lamar Road
Turn sharp left onto US 82 / Lamar Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
43.1 mi into trip
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~50m in
Take the exit toward TX 121: Randolph, Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 670
Toward TX 121: Randolph, Trenton
8
78 mi into trip
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~1h 30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 75 South, TX 121 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 75 South, TX 121 South
5
78.8 mi into trip
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~1h 31m in
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US 75; TX 121 / Central Expressway
Merge onto US 75; TX 121 / Central Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
95.8 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward Park Boulevard, 15th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 29
Toward Park Boulevard, 15th Street
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Reno, TX to Plano, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Trenton along the way.
Trenton
43.1 mi in
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~50m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 82 West | 34.1 mi | 37m |
| Central Expressway | 17.8 mi | 19m |
| South State Highway 121 | 16.9 mi | 18m |
| Sam Rayburn Highway | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| Bonham Street | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Lamar Avenue | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Lamar Road | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| North State Highway 121 | 2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 82 West
— 34.1 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reno, TX and Plano, TX.
1
Start on this road
161 ft
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11 sec
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this road
2
Turn sharp left onto US 82
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Lamar Road
3
Continue on US 82
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Lamar Avenue
4
Continue on US 82 Business
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Bonham Street
5
Continue on US 82
34 mi
·
37 min
·
US Highway 82 West
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 670
Toward TX 121: Randolph, Trenton
7
Turn straight onto West US Highway 82
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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West US Highway 82
8
Turn left onto TX 121
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North State Highway 121
9
Turn right onto TX 56; TX 121
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
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West Sam Rayburn Drive
10
Turn slight left onto TX 121
17 mi
·
18 min
·
South State Highway 121
11
Continue on TX 121
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Sam Rayburn Highway
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 75 South, TX 121 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto US 75; TX 121
17 mi
·
18 min
·
Central Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 29
Toward Park Boulevard, 15th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn straight onto Central Expressway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Turn left onto West 15th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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West 15th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Arrive at destination
East 15th Street
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 1-hour and 53-minute drive, flexibility is your greatest asset. You can easily depart at your convenience, but consider leaving mid-morning to avoid potential rush hour congestion as you approach Plano. With no designated stops recommended, you can choose to pull over as needed, perhaps for a quick break or to refuel if your tank is getting low, keeping the $15 fuel cost in mind. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to signage as you transition from US Highway 82 West to Central Expressway, as it's a key junction point to stay on track for your destination.
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 48.8 miles from Reno, TX, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.1 miles.
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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.8 miles or 57m 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 33m
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 Reno, 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 Reno, TX
This is one driving day of about 97.6 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Reno, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 82 West for about 34.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.8 mi from Reno, TX · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.8 miles from Reno, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Plano, 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
$14.75 one way
$29.50 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $16.14 | $32.28 |
| premium | $4.54 | $17.43 | $34.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.55 | $43.10 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.43
Central Expressway
(17.8 mi)
$1.43
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
$15
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.25 | $4.68 |
| Efficient EV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.54 | $3.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39 | 0 | $13.66 | $6.25 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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 Tuesday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Greenville, TX
49 mi in
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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 53m 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 Reno, TX to Plano, TX covers 97.6 miles and takes about 1h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 82 West, Central Expressway, South State Highway 121. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.8 miles from Reno, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.75 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 97.6 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 82 / Lamar Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 43.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Reno, TX to Plano, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Trenton along the way.
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