How far is New Waverly, TX from Plano, TX?
The driving distance from New Waverly, TX to Plano, TX is about 202.9 miles (326.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 185.8 miles (299 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 06m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and county seat of Freestone County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between New Waverly and Plano.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Waverly and Plano.
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Start on Gibbs Street
26 m · 6 sec · Gibbs Street
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Turn right onto State Highway 75 South
896 ft · 21 sec · State Highway 75 South
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Turn left onto State Highway 150 West
1.4 km · 2 min · State Highway 150 West
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Turn right onto Interstate 45 Frontage Road
1723 ft · 34 sec · Interstate 45 Frontage Road
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Continue on East Feeder
2515 ft · 1 min · East Feeder
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Continue straight
2636 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
181.7 mi · 3 hr 4 min
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Continue on North Central Expressway
15.2 mi · 16 min · North Central Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Plano Parkway, 15th Street
2162 ft · 53 sec
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Turn straight onto North Central Expressway
1.4 mi · 2 min · North Central Expressway
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Turn right onto East 15th Street
3101 ft · 1 min · East 15th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 15th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between New Waverly and Plano.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Feeder
Merge slight left
182 mi · 03h 04m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving New Waverly and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Plano.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New Waverly to Plano?
The road trip is about 202.9 miles (326.5 km) and usually takes 03h 06m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Fairfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 101 miles from New Waverly and 101.9 miles from Plano.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 185.8 miles (299 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.06 one way or $54.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around New Waverly and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Plano.
Stop Ideas Near Fairfield
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fairfield.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New Waverly and Plano. Straight-line distance: 185.77 mi (298.96 km).
#1 New Waverly
City in Walker County, Texas, United States
| Population | 1,073 |
| Coordinates | 30.5377000, -95.4832800 |
| Altitude | 108 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Plano
The second most populous city in Texas and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area.
| Population | 291,296 |
| Coordinates | 33.0198400, -96.6988900 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 15th Street (-96.698873, 33.019694)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 326 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $27.06 | $54.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $30.44 | $60.89 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $32.87 | $65.74 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $28.59 | $57.18 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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