How far is Freeport, TX from Manvel, TX?
The driving distance from Freeport, TX to Manvel, TX is about 42.1 miles (67.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.2 miles (56.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Freeport and Manvel.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Freeport and Manvel.
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Start on West 2nd Street
1.4 km · 2 min · West 2nd Street
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Turn right onto North Brazosport Boulevard
1.9 mi · 3 min · North Brazosport Boulevard
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Continue on State Highway 288
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 288
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Keep slight right to continue on Nolan Ryan Expressway
36.3 mi · 44 min · Nolan Ryan Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 6: Alvin, Sugar Land
2651 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on TX 288 North
82 m · 8 sec
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Turn slight right onto Alvin Sugarland Road
2.8 mi · 4 min · Alvin Sugarland Road
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Turn right onto Masters Road
1697 ft · 46 sec · Masters Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Masters Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Freeport and Manvel.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Nolan Ryan Expressway
Keep slight right to continue on Nolan Ryan Expressway
36.3 mi · 00h 44m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Freeport and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Manvel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Freeport to Manvel?
The road trip is about 42.1 miles (67.8 km) and usually takes 00h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Angleton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22 miles from Freeport and 20.1 miles from Manvel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.2 miles (56.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.59 one way or $11.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Freeport and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Manvel.
Stop Ideas Near Angleton
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 Angleton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Freeport and Manvel. Straight-line distance: 35.14 mi (56.55 km).
#1 Freeport
City in Texas
| Population | 12,126 |
| Coordinates | 28.9541400, -95.3596600 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Manvel
City in Grand Forks County, North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 13,867 |
| Coordinates | 29.4627400, -95.3579900 |
| Altitude | 16 |
| Country | United States |
End: Masters Road (-95.358032, 29.462754)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 68 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $5.59 | $11.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.29 | $12.59 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $6.79 | $13.59 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $5.91 | $11.82 |
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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