How far is Plano, TX from Quitman, TX?
The driving distance from Plano, TX to Quitman, TX is about 98.9 miles (159.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74 miles (119.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 51m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 55m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Kaufman County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Plano and Quitman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plano and Quitman.
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Start on East 15th Street
1 km · 1 min · East 15th Street
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Turn left onto Central Expressway
919 ft · 18 sec · Central Expressway
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Take the ramp slight left toward US 75 South
798 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left onto Central Expressway
6.8 mi · 7 min · Central Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 635
1474 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 635 East
1.3 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 635 East
2765 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
1426 ft · 17 sec · Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
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Continue on Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
11.2 mi · 12 min · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 80 East: Terrell
1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 80 East: Terrell
1373 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
15.2 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 80 East: Terrell
38.6 mi · 45 min
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Turn straight onto West Garland Street
12.1 mi · 14 min · West Garland Street
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Continue on West Broad Street
1.6 km · 1 min · West Broad Street
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Turn left onto West Loop 564
1.6 mi · 2 min · West Loop 564
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Continue on Northwest Loop 564
1.2 km · 1 min · Northwest Loop 564
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Turn left onto North Pacific Street
7.9 mi · 9 min · North Pacific Street
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Turn right onto East Goode Street
63 m · 4 sec · East Goode Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Goode Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Plano and Quitman.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 80 East
Take the exit slight right toward US 80 East: Terrell
38.6 mi · 00h 45m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Plano and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Quitman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Plano to Quitman?
The road trip is about 98.9 miles (159.1 km) and usually takes 01h 55m 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?
Terrell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.4 miles from Plano and 49.5 miles from Quitman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74 miles (119.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.9 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 2:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.19 one way or $26.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Plano and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Quitman.
Stop Ideas Near Terrell
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Plano and Quitman. Straight-line distance: 74.02 mi (119.12 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Quitman
City in Wood County, Texas
| Population | 1,859 |
| Coordinates | 32.7959600, -95.4510600 |
| Altitude | 126 |
| Country | United States |
End: Quitman (-95.45106, 32.79596)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 159 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $13.19 | $26.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.84 | $29.68 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $16.02 | $32.05 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $13.94 | $27.87 |
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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