How far is Ben Hur, TX from Thornton, TX?
The driving distance from Ben Hur, TX to Thornton, TX is about 14.4 miles (23.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.4 miles (18.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 45m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 22m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ben Hur and Thornton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ben Hur and Thornton.
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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 · 57 sec · West Yeagua Street
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Turn right onto State Highway 14 South
8 mi · 12 min · State Highway 14 South
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Continue on North Preston Street
1196 ft · 26 sec · North Preston Street
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Turn left onto West 11th Street
3004 ft · 60 sec · West 11th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 11th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ben Hur and Thornton.
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 Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Thornton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ben Hur to Thornton?
The road trip is about 14.4 miles (23.1 km) and usually takes 00h 22m 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 11.3 miles from Ben Hur and 3 miles from Thornton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.4 miles (18.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 3 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 7:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.93 one way or $3.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Ben Hur and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Thornton.
Stop Ideas Near Groesbeck
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ben Hur and Thornton. Straight-line distance: 11.46 mi (18.44 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 Thornton
Town in Limestone County, Texas
| Population | 524 |
| Coordinates | 31.4110100, -96.5722000 |
| Altitude | 150 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 11th Street (-96.572176, 31.411115)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 23 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 10m |
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 | $1.93 | $3.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.17 | $4.34 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $2.34 | $4.68 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $2.04 | $4.07 |
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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