How far is Ben Hur, TX from Mexia, TX?
The driving distance from Ben Hur, TX to Mexia, TX is about 26 miles (41.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.6 miles (29.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 00m 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 Ben Hur and Mexia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ben Hur and Mexia.
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Start on Lcr 609
18 m · 5 sec · Lcr 609
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Turn right
2737 ft · 55 sec
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Keep slight right
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto State Highway 164
10.9 mi · 16 min · State Highway 164
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Continue on West Yeagua Street
3117 ft · 60 sec · West Yeagua Street
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Turn left onto South Ellis Street
2989 ft · 53 sec · South Ellis Street
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Continue on State Highway 14 South
10.5 mi · 13 min · State Highway 14 South
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Turn right onto West Tyler Street
1.4 km · 2 min · West Tyler Street
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Turn left onto South McKinney Street
2486 ft · 50 sec · South McKinney Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South McKinney Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ben Hur and Mexia.
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.
State Highway 164
Turn right onto State Highway 164
10.9 mi · 00h 16m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ben Hur and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Mexia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ben Hur to Mexia?
The road trip is about 26 miles (41.9 km) and usually takes 00h 30m 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?
Groesbeck is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.1 miles from Ben Hur and 12.9 miles from Mexia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.6 miles (29.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.4 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 7:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.48 one way or $6.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Ben Hur and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Mexia.
Stop Ideas Near Groesbeck
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ben Hur and Mexia. Straight-line distance: 18.6 mi (29.93 km).
#1 Ben Hur
Ben Hur is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.5104500, -96.7277600 |
| Altitude | 143 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mexia
City in Limestone County, Texas, United States
| Population | 7,287 |
| Coordinates | 31.6798900, -96.4822000 |
| Altitude | 159 |
| Country | United States |
End: South McKinney Street (-96.482584, 31.679863)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 42 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $3.48 | $6.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.91 | $7.82 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $4.22 | $8.45 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $3.67 | $7.35 |
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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