How far is Terrell, TX from Plano, TX?

The driving distance from Terrell, TX to Plano, TX is about 41.2 miles (66.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 31.4 miles (50.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 41m 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
41.18 mi
00h 50m
Flight
31.45 mi
50.61 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
31.45 mi
Kilometers
50.61 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
41.18 mi
Kilometers
66.28 km
Drive Time
00h 50m

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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 00h 50m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Plano
Fri, Apr 24, 3:38 PM CDT
Return by in Terrell
Fri, Apr 24, 4:29 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Terrell
2026-04-24T14:48
Arrive Plano
Fri, Apr 24, 3:38 PM CDT
Route Timing
00h 50m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:51 AM to 10:51 AM CDT

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

Leave by
4:48 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Terrell
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
Mesquite
TX

The ninth most populous city in Texas.

From Terrell
21.3 mi
00h 25m
To Plano
19.9 mi
00h 25m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
85°F
Today

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, Apr 24 8:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SSW
Destination
89°F
Today

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 24 11:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on South Virginia Street

    45 m · 5 sec · South Virginia Street

  2. 2

    Turn right

    98 m · 16 sec

  3. 3

    Turn right onto South Adelaide Street

    58 m · 9 sec · South Adelaide Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto East Moore Avenue

    2.6 mi · 3 min · East Moore Avenue

  5. 5

    Continue on West US Highway 80

    3 mi · 3 min · West US Highway 80

  6. 6

    Take the exit straight toward US 80 West: Dallas

    15.6 mi · 17 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward I 635 North

    2115 ft · 52 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Lyndon B Johnson Freeway

    11.4 mi · 12 min · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway

  9. 9

    Continue on Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway

    737 ft · 9 sec · Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward US 75 South, US 75 North: Dallas, McKinney

    1.5 km · 2 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on US 75 North: McKinney

    1 km · 55 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight left onto North Central Expressway

    5.3 mi · 6 min · North Central Expressway

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward Plano Parkway, 15th Street

    2162 ft · 53 sec

  14. 14

    Turn straight onto North Central Expressway

    1.4 mi · 2 min · North Central Expressway

  15. 15

    Turn right onto East 15th Street

    3101 ft · 1 min · East 15th Street

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East 15th Street

Car Route Details

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

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
16 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
2 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
38.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 80 West
15.6 mi · 38%
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
11.4 mi · 28%
North Central Expressway
6.73 mi · 16%
West US Highway 80
2.96 mi · 7%
East Moore Avenue
2.56 mi · 6%
US 75 South
0.91 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

US 80 West

Take the exit straight toward US 80 West: Dallas

15.6 mi · 00h 17m

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
00h 50m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.8 mi
31.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Mesquite
00h 25m from Terrell
Leave By
4:48 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Terrell and Mostly Sunny near Plano.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 41.2 miles (66.3 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?

Mesquite is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.3 miles from Terrell and 19.9 miles from Plano.

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

The direct path is about 31.4 miles (50.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.8 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 4:48 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.48 one way or $10.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Terrell and Mostly Sunny near Plano.

Stop Ideas Near Mesquite

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 Mesquite and the surrounding midpoint area.
Anju
Food stop 10.2 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 10.3 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 10.2 mi away

Dallas City Hall

Dallas , TX
1500 Marilla St, Dallas, TX 75201
Rating 3.9/5 112 reviews City Hall
Galleria Dallas
Nearby stop 14.9 mi away

Galleria Dallas

Dallas , TX
13350 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75240, United States
Rating 4.5/5 16,850 reviews Shopping mall,Ice skating rink

Transit and Meeting Points

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

BUS

Mesquite, TX

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

Union Station

19 mi away
400 South Houston St.
BUS

Dallas, TX

19 mi away
205 South Lamar Street
RAIL

Fort Worth Central Station

68 mi away
1001 Jones Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Terrell and Plano. Straight-line distance: 31.45 mi (50.61 km).

Terrell

#1 Terrell

Town in Kaufman County, Texas, United States

Population19,693
Coordinates32.7359600, -96.2752600
Altitude155
CountryUnited States
Plano

#2 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
Start: South Virginia Street (-96.275224, 32.735956)
End: East 15th Street (-96.698873, 33.019694)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 66 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 22m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 01m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 49m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 41m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 35m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 30m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.45 gal
5.5 L · about $5.48
Round trip
$10.96
2.9 gal · 11 L
Estimated CO2
12.9 kg one way
Round trip: 25.8 kg / 57 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $5.48 $10.96
Mid-grade $4.25 $6.17 $12.33
Premium $4.59 $6.66 $13.31
Diesel $3.99 $5.79 $11.58

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 · Apr 24, 2026

There is no time difference between Terrell and Plano. The current time is 14:48:06.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

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