How far is Austin, TX from Hudson Bend, TX?
The driving distance from Austin, TX to Hudson Bend, TX is about 21 miles (33.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.2 miles (24.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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City in Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Austin and Hudson Bend.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Austin and Hudson Bend.
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Start on East 5th Street
127 m · 16 sec · East 5th Street
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Turn left onto Brazos Street
109 m · 23 sec · Brazos Street
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Turn left onto East 6th Street
1.3 km · 2 min · East 6th Street
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Turn right onto North Lamar Boulevard
2303 ft · 1 min · North Lamar Boulevard
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Turn slight left onto Parkway
650 ft · 20 sec · Parkway
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Continue on Enfield Road
1.4 km · 1 min · Enfield Road
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Turn right onto Newfield Lane
17 m · 1 sec · Newfield Lane
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Take the ramp straight toward Loop 1 North: North Mopac
658 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Mopac Expressway
3.2 mi · 4 min · North Mopac Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward RM 2222: Northland Drive
1258 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto Northland Drive
1785 ft · 44 sec · Northland Drive
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Continue straight
3.2 mi · 6 min
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Continue on Ranch Road 2222
4.9 mi · 8 min · Ranch Road 2222
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Turn left onto RM 620 / RM 2222 Bypass
2224 ft · 51 sec · RM 620 / RM 2222 Bypass
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Ranch Road 620 North
4.8 mi · 7 min · Ranch Road 620 North
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Turn right onto Hudson Bend Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Hudson Bend Road
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Turn right onto La Hacienda Drive
43 m · 6 sec · La Hacienda Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · La Hacienda Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Austin and Hudson Bend.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Ranch Road 2222
Continue on Ranch Road 2222
4.86 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Austin and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hudson Bend.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Austin to Hudson Bend?
The road trip is about 21 miles (33.8 km) and usually takes 00h 34m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
West Lake Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.5 miles from Austin and 10.5 miles from Hudson Bend.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.2 miles (24.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.80 one way or $5.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Austin and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hudson Bend.
Stop Ideas Near West Lake Hills
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Austin and Hudson Bend. Straight-line distance: 15.19 mi (24.44 km).
#1 Austin
The eleventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the Austin metropolitan area.
| Population | 995,484 |
| Coordinates | 30.2671500, -97.7430600 |
| Altitude | 149 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hudson Bend
Census designated place
| Population | 2,981 |
| Coordinates | 30.4171400, -97.9291800 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hudson Bend (-97.92918, 30.41714)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 34 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
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 | $2.80 | $5.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.15 | $6.29 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $3.40 | $6.79 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $2.95 | $5.91 |
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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