How far is Ben Hur, TX from Tehuacana, TX?
The driving distance from Ben Hur, TX to Tehuacana, TX is about 31.2 miles (50.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.2 miles (30.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 13m 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
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ben Hur and Tehuacana.
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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
11.3 mi · 15 min · State Highway 14 South
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Turn left onto Tehuacana Highway
4.8 mi · 7 min · Tehuacana Highway
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Turn right onto Main Street
3207 ft · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto South 2nd Street East
35 m · 5 sec · South 2nd Street East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 2nd Street East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ben Hur and Tehuacana.
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 14 South
Continue on State Highway 14 South
11.3 mi · 00h 15m
Route Summary
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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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ben Hur to Tehuacana?
The road trip is about 31.2 miles (50.2 km) and usually takes 00h 36m 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 15.6 miles from Ben Hur and 15.6 miles from Tehuacana.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.2 miles (30.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 12 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 7:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.16 one way or $8.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Groesbeck
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ben Hur and Tehuacana. Straight-line distance: 19.17 mi (30.85 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 Tehuacana
Ghost town
| Population | 277 |
| Coordinates | 31.7412800, -96.5469300 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
End: South 2nd Street East (-96.546931, 31.741377)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 50 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
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 | $4.16 | $8.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.68 | $9.35 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $5.05 | $10.10 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $4.39 | $8.78 |
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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