How far is Chicota, TX from Paris, TX?
The driving distance from Chicota, TX to Paris, TX is about 17.5 miles (28.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.4 miles (23.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 40m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chicota and Paris.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chicota and Paris.
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Start on the route
3.9 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto North US Highway 271
12.4 mi · 14 min · North US Highway 271
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Continue on North Main Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto Graham Street
88 m · 9 sec · Graham Street
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Turn left onto 1st Street Northwest
1173 ft · 29 sec · 1st Street Northwest
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Continue on South Plaza
541 ft · 16 sec · South Plaza
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Turn left onto 1st Street Southeast
35 m · 5 sec · 1st Street Southeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Street Southeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chicota and Paris.
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.
North US Highway 271
Turn right onto North US Highway 271
12.4 mi · 00h 14m
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.
Sunny leaving Chicota and Mostly Sunny near Paris.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chicota to Paris?
The road trip is about 17.5 miles (28.1 km) and usually takes 00h 20m 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?
Amherst is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.4 miles from Chicota and 8.1 miles from Paris.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.4 miles (23.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.1 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 7:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.34 one way or $4.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Chicota and Mostly Sunny near Paris.
Stop Ideas Near Amherst
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Amherst.
Mineola
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chicota and Paris. Straight-line distance: 14.4 mi (23.18 km).
#1 Chicota
Chicota is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.8689900, -95.5710700 |
| Altitude | 149 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Paris
County seat of Lamar County, Texas, United States
| Population | 24,872 |
| Coordinates | 33.6609400, -95.5555100 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
End: 1st Street Southeast (-95.55539, 33.660938)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 28 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $2.34 | $4.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.64 | $5.27 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $2.85 | $5.69 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $2.48 | $4.95 |
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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