How far is Plano, TX from Maypearl, TX?

The driving distance from Plano, TX to Maypearl, TX is about 58.1 miles (93.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 52.1 miles (83.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
58.09 mi
01h 12m
Flight
52.1 mi
83.85 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
52.1 mi
Kilometers
83.85 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
58.09 mi
Kilometers
93.49 km
Drive Time
01h 12m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 12m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Maypearl
Mon, May 4, 5:49 PM CDT
Return by in Plano
Mon, May 4, 7:02 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Plano
2026-05-04T16:37
Arrive Maypearl
Mon, May 4, 5:49 PM CDT
Route Timing
01h 12m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:13 AM to 11:13 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:04 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Plano
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
DeSoto
TX

A city in Dallas County, Texas.

From Plano
29.1 mi
00h 36m
To Maypearl
29 mi
00h 36m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
84°F
Monday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Mon, May 4 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 20 mph SSW
Destination
82°F
Monday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Mon, May 4 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 20 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Plano and Maypearl.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Plano and Maypearl.

  1. 1

    Start on East 15th Street

    1 km · 1 min · East 15th Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Central Expressway

    919 ft · 18 sec · Central Expressway

  3. 3

    Take the ramp slight left toward US 75 South

    798 ft · 19 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto Central Expressway

    16.6 mi · 18 min · Central Expressway

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight left toward Downtown, Good-Latimer Expressway

    153 m · 12 sec

  6. 6

    Continue on North Central Expressway

    1.2 km · 1 min · North Central Expressway

  7. 7

    Turn right onto Elm Street

    93 m · 11 sec · Elm Street

  8. 8

    Turn left onto North Pearl Expressway

    1086 ft · 29 sec · North Pearl Expressway

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Young Street

    572 ft · 20 sec · Young Street

  10. 10

    Turn left onto South Harwood Street

    96 m · 8 sec · South Harwood Street

  11. 11

    Turn right onto Canton Street

    2105 ft · 48 sec · Canton Street

  12. 12

    Take the ramp slight left toward I 30 West

    1773 ft · 38 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on I 35E South, I 35E North: Waco, Denton

    607 ft · 15 sec

  14. 14

    Keep slight left to continue on I 35E North, I 35E South: Denton, Waco

    67 m · 5 sec

  15. 15

    Keep slight left to continue on I 35E South: Waco

    1915 ft · 30 sec

  16. 16

    Continue on South R L Thornton Freeway

    2866 ft · 44 sec · South R L Thornton Freeway

  17. 17

    Continue on South R L Thornton Freeway

    27.5 mi · 30 min · South R L Thornton Freeway

  18. 18

    Take the exit slight right toward FM 66, FM 876

    996 ft · 28 sec

  19. 19

    Turn straight onto South Interstate 35E

    134 m · 11 sec · South Interstate 35E

  20. 20

    Turn right onto Farm-to-Market Road 66

    9.7 mi · 17 min · Farm-to-Market Road 66

  21. 21

    Turn left

    13 m · 3 sec

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Plano and Maypearl.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
22 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
1 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
37.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
South R L Thornton Freeway
28.1 mi · 48%
Central Expressway
16.8 mi · 29%
Farm-to-Market Road 66
9.67 mi · 17%
North Central Expressway
0.73 mi · 1%
East 15th Street
0.64 mi · 1%
I 35E South
0.48 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

South R L Thornton Freeway

Continue on South R L Thornton Freeway

27.5 mi · 00h 30m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 12m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6 mi
52.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
DeSoto
00h 36m from Plano
Leave By
4:04 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Plano and Mostly Sunny near Maypearl.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Plano to Maypearl?

The road trip is about 58.1 miles (93.5 km) and usually takes 01h 12m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

DeSoto is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.1 miles from Plano and 29 miles from Maypearl.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 52.1 miles (83.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:04 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.75 one way or $15.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Plano and Mostly Sunny near Maypearl.

Stop Ideas Near DeSoto

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around DeSoto and the surrounding midpoint area.
Anju
Food stop 10.7 mi away

Anju

Dallas , TX
2901 Thomas Ave, Dallas, TX 75204
Rating 4.2/5 311 reviews Asian fusion restaurant,Bar,Brunch restaurant,Comedy club,Karaoke bar
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 9.3 mi away

Dallas Environmental Quality

Dallas , TX
1500 Marilla St # L2fs, Dallas, TX 75201
Rating 4.5/5 2 reviews City government office,Emergency services,Environmental health service
Dallas City Hall
Meeting point 9.3 mi away

Dallas City Hall

Dallas , TX
1500 Marilla St, Dallas, TX 75201
Rating 3.9/5 112 reviews City Hall
Ovilla City Hall
Nearby stop 8.9 mi away

Ovilla City Hall

Ovilla , TX
105 S Cockrell Hill Rd, Ovilla, TX 75154
Rating 3.3/5 9 reviews Fire station,Police department

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to DeSoto.

RAIL

Union Station

21 mi away
400 South Houston St.
BUS

Dallas, TX

22 mi away
205 South Lamar Street
BUS

Mesquite, TX

32 mi away
1331 Highway 80 East \r\n1331 Highway 80 East \r\n
RAIL

Fort Worth Central Station

47 mi away
1001 Jones Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Plano and Maypearl. Straight-line distance: 52.1 mi (83.85 km).

Plano

#1 Plano

The second most populous city in Texas and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area.

Population291,296
Coordinates33.0198400, -96.6988900
Altitude203
CountryUnited States
Maypearl

#2 Maypearl

City in Ellis County, Texas, United States

Population1,046
Coordinates32.3132000, -97.0116700
Altitude162
CountryUnited States
Start: Plano (-96.69889, 33.01984)
End: Maypearl (-97.01167, 32.3132)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 93 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 56m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 27m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 09m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 58m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 49m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 43m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.05 gal
7.76 L · about $7.75
Round trip
$15.49
4.1 gal · 15.52 L
Estimated CO2
18.2 kg one way
Round trip: 36.4 kg / 80 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $7.75 $15.49
Mid-grade $4.25 $8.72 $17.43
Premium $4.59 $9.41 $18.82
Diesel $3.99 $8.19 $16.37

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Texas · May 04, 2026

There is no time difference between Plano and Maypearl. The current time is 16:37:00.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.