How far is Ben Hur, TX from Coolidge, TX?

The driving distance from Ben Hur, TX to Coolidge, TX is about 29 miles (46.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 37m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 17.5 miles (28.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 15m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
29 mi
00h 37m
Flight
17.44 mi
28.07 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
17.44 mi
Kilometers
28.07 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
29 mi
Kilometers
46.67 km
Drive Time
00h 37m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 37m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Coolidge
Wed, Apr 22, 10:22 PM CDT
Return by in Ben Hur
Wed, Apr 22, 10:59 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Ben Hur
2026-04-22T21:44
Arrive Coolidge
Wed, Apr 22, 10:22 PM CDT
Route Timing
00h 37m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:38 AM to 7:38 PM CDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:14 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Ben Hur
10:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure

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
Victoria
TX

The most populous city in Victoria County, Texas.

From Ben Hur
11.6 mi
00h 18m
To Coolidge
17.4 mi
00h 18m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80°F
Wednesday

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SSE
Destination
78°F
Wednesday

Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Ben Hur and Coolidge.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ben Hur and Coolidge.

  1. 1

    Start on Lcr 609

    18 m · 5 sec · Lcr 609

  2. 2

    Turn right

    2737 ft · 55 sec

  3. 3

    Keep slight right

    11 mi · 19 min

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn right

    1622 ft · 34 sec

  5. 5

    Turn left

    2027 ft · 43 sec

  6. 6

    Turn right

    10.9 mi · 19 min

  7. 7

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Bell Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Ben Hur and Coolidge.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
7 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
24.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Lcr 609
11 mi · 38%
Longest Stretch

Lcr 609

Keep slight right

11 mi · 00h 19m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 37m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11.5 mi
17.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Victoria
00h 18m from Ben Hur
Leave By
7:14 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ben Hur and Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Coolidge.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Ben Hur to Coolidge?

The road trip is about 29 miles (46.7 km) and usually takes 00h 37m 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?

Victoria is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.6 miles from Ben Hur and 17.4 miles from Coolidge.

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

The direct path is about 17.5 miles (28.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.5 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 7:14 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.85 one way or $7.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Ben Hur and Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Coolidge.

Stop Ideas Near Victoria

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 Victoria and the surrounding midpoint area.
Riesel City Hall
Practical stop 14.4 mi away

Riesel City Hall

Riesel , TX
104 Hwy 6, Riesel, TX 76682
Rating 1.5/5 15 reviews Waste management service
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 13.6 mi away

Hubbard City Hall

Hubbard , TX
118 N Magnolia Ave, Hubbard, TX 76648
Rating 2.5/5 4 reviews City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 9.1 mi away

Mount Calm City Hall

Mount Calm , TX
Mt Calm, TX 76673
Corporate office

Transit and Meeting Points

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

BUS

Waco, TX

34 mi away
301 South 8th Street
RAIL

McGregor

62 mi away
1 Amtrak Blvd.
RAIL

Temple

78 mi away
315 West Ave B
RAIL

Cleburne

101 mi away
206 North Border St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Ben Hur and Coolidge. Straight-line distance: 17.44 mi (28.07 km).

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#1 Ben Hur

Ben Hur is a place in Texas, United States.

Population0
Coordinates31.5104500, -96.7277600
Altitude143
CountryUnited States
Photo coming soon

#2 Coolidge

Town of the United States

Population950
Coordinates31.7540500, -96.6499900
Altitude163
CountryUnited States
Start: Lcr 609 (-96.727714, 31.510382)
End: Bell Street (-96.649903, 31.75397)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 47 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 57m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 43m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 34m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 28m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 24m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 21m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.02 gal
3.87 L · about $3.85
Round trip
$7.71
2.04 gal · 7.74 L
Estimated CO2
9.1 kg one way
Round trip: 18.1 kg / 40 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $3.85 $7.71
Mid-grade $4.25 $4.34 $8.67
Premium $4.59 $4.68 $9.37
Diesel $3.99 $4.07 $8.15

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Ben Hur and Coolidge. The current time is 21:44:11.

Distance to Other Cities

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