Plano to Texarkana, Arkansas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

156.5 miles 251.9 km · straight line
195.7 miles estimated 314.9 km · driving distance
3h 56min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
79° ENE bearing direction

How far is Plano from Texarkana, Arkansas?

The distance from Plano to Texarkana, Arkansas is 156.5 miles (251.9 km) as the crow flies. Texarkana, Arkansas is located ENE of Plano. By car, the driving distance is approximately 195.7 miles, taking about 3h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Plano in Texas and Texarkana, Arkansas in Arkansas.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Plano and Texarkana, Arkansas. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Plano to Texarkana, Arkansas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 56min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 43min $16–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 44min $23–$68* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Plano & Texarkana, Arkansas

Quick Facts

Plano
33.02°N, 96.70°W
America/Chicago
203m elevation
Texarkana, Arkansas
33.44°N, 94.04°W
America/Chicago
110m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 52 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 159.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients