How far is Ennis, TX from Nena, TX?
The driving distance from Ennis, TX to Nena, TX is about 19.2 miles (30.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.5 miles (21.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 58m 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 29m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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A city in Ellis County, Texas.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ennis and Nena.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ennis and Nena.
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Start on the route
55 m · 15 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Ennis Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · East Ennis Avenue
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Take the ramp straight
3071 ft · 1 min
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Continue on West US Highway 287
7.9 mi · 9 min · West US Highway 287
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Take the exit slight right
1.5 km · 2 min
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Turn left onto East US 287 Business
1959 ft · 44 sec · East US 287 Business
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East US 287 Business
1.5 mi · 2 min · East US 287 Business
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Continue on Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
1.5 mi · 2 min · Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
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Continue on East Main Street
1565 ft · 40 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto South Monroe Street
2397 ft · 40 sec · South Monroe Street
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Turn slight right onto South Highway 77
1 mi · 2 min · South Highway 77
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Keep slight left to continue on Highway 77
536 ft · 11 sec · Highway 77
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Continue on South US Highway 77
2.6 mi · 4 min · South US Highway 77
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South US Highway 77
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ennis and Nena.
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.
West US Highway 287
Continue on West US Highway 287
7.93 mi · 00h 09m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Ennis and Mostly Sunny near Nena.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ennis to Nena?
The road trip is about 19.2 miles (30.9 km) and usually takes 00h 29m 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?
Waxahachie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.6 miles from Ennis and 9.6 miles from Nena.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.5 miles (21.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.7 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 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.57 one way or $5.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ennis and Mostly Sunny near Nena.
Stop Ideas Near Waxahachie
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 Waxahachie.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ennis and Nena. Straight-line distance: 13.46 mi (21.66 km).
#1 Ennis
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 20,678 |
| Coordinates | 32.3293100, -96.6252700 |
| Altitude | 164 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Nena
Nena is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.3270900, -96.8558300 |
| Altitude | 190 |
| Country | United States |
End: Nena (-96.85583, 32.32709)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 31 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
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 | $2.57 | $5.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.89 | $5.78 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $3.12 | $6.24 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $2.72 | $5.43 |
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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