How far is West University Place, TX from Plano, TX?
The driving distance from West University Place, TX to Plano, TX is about 266.6 miles (429 km), with a travel time of about 04h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 240 miles (386.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 23m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 11m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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City in Leon County, Texas
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West University Place and Plano.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West University Place and Plano.
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Start on the route
16 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto Edloe Street
1847 ft · 1 min · Edloe Street
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Turn right onto Sunset Boulevard
1838 ft · 54 sec · Sunset Boulevard
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Turn left onto Buffalo Speedway
2278 ft · 1 min · Buffalo Speedway
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Turn right onto Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
2107 ft · 46 sec · Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
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Take the ramp straight toward I 69 North, US 59 North
923 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left onto Southwest Freeway
1.7 mi · 2 min · Southwest Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on Richmond Avenue, Downtown via Louisiana Street
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue on Brazos Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Brazos Street
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Take the ramp left toward Pierce Elevated
2103 ft · 52 sec · Pierce Elevated
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Keep slight right to continue on I 45 North: Dallas
1978 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left onto Gulf Freeway
1 mi · 1 min · Gulf Freeway
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Continue on North Freeway
237.4 mi · 4 hr 9 min · North Freeway
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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 West University Place 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.
North Freeway
Continue on North Freeway
237 mi · 04h 09m
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.
Sunny leaving West University Place and Sunny near Plano.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West University Place to Plano?
The road trip is about 266.6 miles (429 km) and usually takes 04h 11m 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?
Buffalo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 131.2 miles from West University Place and 135.3 miles from Plano.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 240 miles (386.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:36 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.52 one way or $71.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 83.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around West University Place and Sunny near Plano.
Stop Ideas Near Buffalo
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West University Place and Plano. Straight-line distance: 240.02 mi (386.28 km).
#1 West University Place
City in Harris County, Texas, U.
| Population | 15,496 |
| Coordinates | 29.7180100, -95.4338300 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| 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: 429 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 19m |
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 | $35.52 | $71.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $39.97 | $79.94 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $43.16 | $86.31 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $37.53 | $75.07 |
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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