How far is Ferris, TX from Walnut Springs, TX?
The driving distance from Ferris, TX to Walnut Springs, TX is about 8.1 miles (13.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 6.5 miles (10.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 38m 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 19m.
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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City in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ferris and Walnut Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ferris and Walnut Springs.
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Start on the route
15 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto West 6th Street
141 m · 15 sec · West 6th Street
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Turn right onto South Baker Street
659 ft · 24 sec · South Baker Street
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Turn left onto East 8th Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · East 8th Street
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Turn slight left
5 mi · 12 min
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Turn right onto James Road
2841 ft · 2 min · James Road
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Turn left onto Hall Road
30 m · 4 sec · Hall Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hall Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ferris and Walnut Springs.
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.
Longest stretch
Turn slight left
5 mi · 00h 12m
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 Ferris and Mostly Sunny near Walnut Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ferris to Walnut Springs?
The road trip is about 8.1 miles (13.1 km) and usually takes 00h 19m 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?
Wilmer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.1 miles from Ferris and 4.1 miles from Walnut Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 6.5 miles (10.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.6 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 7:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.10 one way or $2.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ferris and Mostly Sunny near Walnut Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Wilmer
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 Wilmer.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ferris and Walnut Springs. Straight-line distance: 6.49 mi (10.45 km).
#1 Ferris
City in Dallas and Ellis counties in Texas, USA
| Population | 3,069 |
| Coordinates | 32.5340300, -96.6655500 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Walnut Springs
City in Ellis County, Texas, United States
| Population | 877 |
| Coordinates | 32.5220800, -96.5549900 |
| Altitude | 119 |
| Country | United States |
End: Walnut Springs (-96.55499, 32.52208)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 13 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $1.10 | $2.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.23 | $2.47 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $1.33 | $2.66 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $1.16 | $2.32 |
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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