How far is Powderly, TX from Plano, TX?
The driving distance from Powderly, TX to Plano, TX is about 102 miles (164.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.1 miles (140.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 26m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 43m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Powderly and Plano.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Powderly and Plano.
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Start on North US Highway 271
8.3 mi · 9 min · North US Highway 271
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Continue on North Main Street
2494 ft · 34 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto Northwest Loop 286
146 m · 11 sec · Northwest Loop 286
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Take the ramp straight
151 m · 14 sec
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Merge slight left onto Northwest Loop 286
3.1 mi · 4 min · Northwest Loop 286
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Take the exit slight right toward US 82: Bonham
1376 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 82: Bonham
31 m · 3 sec
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Keep slight right
103 m · 9 sec
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Merge slight left onto Bonham Street
1.5 km · 1 min · Bonham Street
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Continue on US Highway 82 West
34.1 mi · 38 min · US Highway 82 West
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 121: Randolph, Trenton
724 ft · 20 sec
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Turn straight onto West US Highway 82
795 ft · 29 sec · West US Highway 82
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Turn left onto North State Highway 121
2 mi · 2 min · North State Highway 121
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Turn right onto West Sam Rayburn Drive
2747 ft · 37 sec · West Sam Rayburn Drive
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Turn slight left onto South State Highway 121
16.9 mi · 18 min · South State Highway 121
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Continue on Sam Rayburn Highway
15.2 mi · 17 min · Sam Rayburn Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on US 75 South, TX 121 South
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Central Expressway
17 mi · 18 min · Central Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Park Boulevard, 15th Street
1368 ft · 33 sec
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Turn straight onto Central Expressway
1.4 km · 1 min · Central Expressway
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Turn left onto West 15th Street
1 km · 1 min · West 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 Powderly and Plano.
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 Highway 82 West
Continue on US Highway 82 West
34.1 mi · 00h 38m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Powderly and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Plano.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Powderly to Plano?
The road trip is about 102 miles (164.1 km) and usually takes 01h 43m 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?
Bonham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51 miles from Powderly and 51.1 miles from Plano.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.1 miles (140.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.9 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:04 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.56 one way or $25.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Powderly and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Plano.
Stop Ideas Near Bonham
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 Bonham.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Powderly and Plano. Straight-line distance: 87.05 mi (140.09 km).
#1 Powderly
Powderly is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.8112200, -95.5244000 |
| Altitude | 161 |
| 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: 164 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $3.49 | $12.56 | $25.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.00 | $14.39 | $28.78 |
| Premium | $4.38 | $15.75 | $31.50 |
| Diesel | $5.60 | $20.17 | $40.35 |
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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