How far is Hume, TX from Rusk, TX?
The driving distance from Hume, TX to Rusk, TX is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.9 miles (23.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 46m 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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Cherokee County, Texas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hume and Rusk.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hume and Rusk.
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Start on County Road 3216
2575 ft · 2 min · County Road 3216
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Turn left onto US Highway 79 West
2.3 mi · 3 min · US Highway 79 West
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Continue on West Rusk Street
1.2 mi · 1 min · West Rusk Street
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Turn right onto South Jackson Street
2.6 mi · 3 min · South Jackson Street
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Continue on US Highway 69 North
9.5 mi · 11 min · US Highway 69 North
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Continue on North Dickinson Drive
1.5 mi · 2 min · North Dickinson Drive
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Turn right onto North Henderson Street
2274 ft · 41 sec · North Henderson Street
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Turn right onto East 6th Street
78 m · 4 sec · East 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hume and Rusk.
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.
US Highway 69 North
Continue on US Highway 69 North
9.52 mi · 00h 11m
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 Cloudy leaving Hume and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rusk.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hume to Rusk?
The road trip is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km) and usually takes 00h 23m 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?
Gallatin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9 miles from Hume and 9.1 miles from Rusk.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.9 miles (23.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.2 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 $2.42 one way or $4.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Hume and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rusk.
Stop Ideas Near Gallatin
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 Gallatin.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hume and Rusk. Straight-line distance: 14.84 mi (23.88 km).
#1 Hume
Hume is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.9446100, -95.3327300 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rusk
City in Cherokee County, Texas
| Population | 5,664 |
| Coordinates | 31.7960100, -95.1502200 |
| Altitude | 158 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 6th Street (-95.150221, 31.79593)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 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 |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $2.42 | $4.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.72 | $5.44 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $2.94 | $5.88 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $2.56 | $5.11 |
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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